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
1686517 UGX ($449 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I've finished my house
I've have a side business
My children are going to school
Generally all is well thanks to GD
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
It handles us with a lot of respect
What did you spend your second transfer on?
School fees @200000
Cow @ 700000
Cement 6 bags @ 180000
Murram @ 150000
Send @ 35000
Labour @ 150000
Balance on farming project as well as home maintenance
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($459 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
Enrolled
access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money to me means i have got a chance to pay school fees for my children,buy food,buy house hold items and to invest in sustainable business that can help me improve my standard of living
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening after my work when i go and watch foot ball with my father and some times my elder son.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced in my life in the current situation is difficulty in paying school fees for my children that has been worsened by the low crop price that are provided by the middle men.
