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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($342 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I have successfully maintained my house. if not for this transfer it could have fallen.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly has empowered us financially, such that we are able to build houses, and feed ourselves. WE just wish there more transfers,
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have been able to do house maintanance; therefore i bought bricks, sand, and cement such that the builder has started on plastering the walls. I also bought fertilizer for the farm and maize for food
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($356 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The recipient was so happy to have received the transfer, her heart skipped for a while when she got the text
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The recipient now has shelter and food and for that she's so happy
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The recipient used the transfer to build a house something that she thought would never happen she was also able to buy food and fertilizer
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means alot to me, i am going to be able to feed my family and buy some basic needs for us.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Afternoon
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I do not have any reliable means of finding money for my family, so lately life has been difficult.
