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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1662250 UGX ($454 USD)
access_time over 4 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has changed apparently in that, I have a peace of mind because I have bought household items especially beddings, utensils and I was able to change diet. Secondly I was able to complete my house by plastering and cementing the floor. Prior to receiving my transfer my house was so ugly and dusty whereby I could smear it with cowdung to curb dust. Lastly, I couldn't afford to change diet and feasted on the same meal which affected my health. This is no more because I can buy any food I desire anytime.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly in my opinion did well send money which helped me solve my problem that I faced for example feeding, livestock building among others. There's nothing wrong done by GD.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my transfer to plaster and cement the floor of my house which I had ealier built before GiveDirectly's intervention. I gave my son some money and rest I bought household items.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1730250 UGX ($467 USD)
access_time almost 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
At my age, I need to feed well. The cash transfer have improved my nutrition habits.I am healthier and happy because I nolonger worry about food compared to the time before I received the cash transfers.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I received the cash transfer news from my daughter inlaw the next day.
I was very happy and excited when I heard that I had received UGX 1730250 from GiveDirectly.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I purchased two cows worth UGX 1000000 and household items like mattress worth UGX 100000 and a blanket worth UGX 35000. I spent UGX 110000 on tithe. I saved UGX 200000 incase of any emergencies. I bought food with the balance of the cash transfer.
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access_time almost 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I will be able to marry for my son a wife.
His wife was withdrawn because he had no money to take care of the bride price needs.
I believe this transfers will be able to support us better.
I also hope to make my house better by way of plastering it.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest in the noon time when I am seated with friends.
They always encourage me.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I am faced with is poverty.
I am not able to meet most of the basic needs of my household being asingle parent.
Living as a widow is not an easy thing.
