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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1685137 UGX ($447 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?
The difference is that I hope to get alot of money from sugar canes I hired using the transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give Directly has changed out lives in the way that we are now able to attain what we would not attain without its support like getting good treatmet.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I bought sand at 40000/=, 1bag of cement 31000/=, building a latrine 150000/=, school fees 400000/=, hiring a sugar cane plantation 800000/= then balance catered for feeding and treatment.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($472 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means being able to access basic needs with out too much financial struggle. I will also be able to pay school fees for my children without having to borrow money.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when my family and i wake up alive and healthy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i faced in life was giving birth through caesarean section without having finances to cater for my medical expenses and my baby and i almost died because I couldn't afford the medical care and treatment.
