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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($448 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 if I had not received this cash transfer in that, I have acquired items that I have been lacking towards marrying my wife.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly has supported vulnerable categories of people through unconditional cash transfer. I do not see what they have not done well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
When I received my second transfer worth 1,633,000ugx, I used 75,000ugx for treatment, I used 50,000ugx as contribution for the funeral, I bought a cow at 400,000ugx, I bought three goats at 215,000ugx, I gave a gift to my sister worth 27,000ugx, I also used transport of 20,000ugx. I bought clothes for my wife worth 300, 000ugx, I used some money for feeding but I can not remember and I have a balance of 150,000ugx.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($469 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 that I have acquired cows and feeding has improved greatly. My family used to eat once a day but now we have two meals in a day.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer happiness filled my heart.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on purchase of two cows at 890, 000ugx. I also bought food and kitchen utensils. I still have the balance 300,000ugx which I intend to use for buying goats.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means to build a permanent ironroofed house for my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moments is in the evening hours. This is a time i chat witg my brothers.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is poverty. My family is lacking money to sustain feeding and other basic needs like clothes,b eddings.
