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?
Oh yes, Treatment ! I spent my Third transfer on treating my sick child who was suffering from Heart disease. Thanks
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than if i didn't receive a transfer, because i wouldn't have been able to pay for my child's hospital bills. He is now improving.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Well ! In my opinion, GiveDircetly sent us money in 3 transfers, this was good because we have planned very well for it. Thanks
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 havent yet used my second transfer because i am still looking for a good plot of land which i want to buy
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is yet to come when i acquire a plot of land
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 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 buy beddings(bed, matress, bedsheets) because I was actually sleeping uncomfortably on a mat.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt so happy when I received the money that i could not sleep that night. I feared that if I slept I would wake up when my phone and money are gone.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
Firstly, i would like to spend the cash transfer on purchasing a plot of land that i will construct a house for me and my children, since the one i have leaks whenever it rains and this disorganises me with my children.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
I did rear goats that multiplied and i sold some of them and bought a cow.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced upto now is having no money to pay school fees for my children, they are being sent home always because of non payment of school fees.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy during afternoon hours when am chatting with my friends.
