We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on a house. I used my third transfer to renovate my house because it was leaking and the walls had weakened.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer because I now live in a better shelter and I feed well.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly does well to sensitise us about the program and the good coordination between us and GiveDirectly officers.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($420 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying a cow to provide milk at home. I also stocked food and use the rest for my medication and upkeep.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the improved health due to medication and good feeding in this old age.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used my first transfer to renovate my house since the floor was made of mud. I also used some of the money to get treatment as I was sick when GD sent the money. Then the rest of the money was used to buy food as we have been affected by hunger in our home.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when i received the money was so joyious and life normalized because I knew I woukd be taken to hospital for the sickness I had.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on renovating my house and the remaining balance treat myself.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is buying a plot on which I built a house
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is feeding myself because now I am weak my cultivation is very small.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon when I am having a meal with my grandchild.
