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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($441 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?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer, am able to buy whatever I want to eat and am getting stronger each day even at my old age.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly did well to give me money that improved my life. There is nothing GD is not doing well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for buying two cows at 1,000,000ugx, food at 220,000ugx and transport of 10,000ugx. I have saved 400,000ugx.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($474 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now have a cow, kitchen utensils. Am able to eat and sleep well.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I felt so happy and I ululated.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy a cow, a mattress and Bedsheets. The balance of the money am spending on food.
Enrolled
access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am faced with is lack of food.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up and I am able to do some work.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means i Will be able to buy food and atleast a cow.
