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 ($400 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 and medication. I used the transfer to finish my house because the second transfer was insufficient . I also paid for my medication.
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, I feed well and sleep well. I no longer have stress and I feel stronger than before.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly does well to consider the older people into the program.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 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 rear and get milk when it gives birth in future so that I stop spending on milk. The rest of the money i am planning to start building a house because I am staying in a small house right now.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i have been able to buy myself a cow and also plan for my building. I feel life is better now thanks to give directly.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying a gomesi because it's what i wanted at heart.i also bought a mattress which i didn't have.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when i recieved my money i felt thankful to God and i just appreciated GD's work.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building renovating my house and also help out my children.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is my son and the wife because they have taken good care of me.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is loosing my parents and my husband because they were of help to me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I have something to eat.
