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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($462 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
When I received my third transfer, I spent the whole of it on a second-hand motorcycle that has changed my life a lot. I earn daily income from it and I am just proud about it!
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has really improved. Initially, I never had a stable source of income but since I bought a motorcycle, I have been generating daily income that has really made life easier and enjoyable. Besides, my assets have increased-I have more cows , sheep and goats which is also my security. This is how my life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly promises and acts on them and again, it sends us money directly and intact but I would urge it adds us more money since 1000 US dollar was never enough.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($485 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used a larger portion of the transfer to buy two bulls and a cow. I also purchased other household items with the rest of the money.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now own bulls which I'll use in farming activities. The cow I bought will also provide me with the free milk in the near future.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on paying 4,000 KES school fee for my two two children, bought a water tank at 3,000 KES then used the rest on food for the house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so happy when I received the transfer and thanked God for the bringing GiveDirectly my way.
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access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that we face is the fact that we are unable to get enough money to feed our children. This is due to lack of a stable income.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I get money because this money will help me put food on the table for my family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means we will experience change in our lives.This is because we intend to buy a water pump that will help us in our farm.
