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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($404 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on completing my house which I had begun using the first transfers. Previously, we used to stay in a grass thatched house which was leaking and very risky.
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 in a way that I now stay in a spacious clean and strong house in which I don't have to worry about the bad weather conditions.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, what Give Directly does well is considering to give transfers to the most vulnerable. What GD does not do well is having short term interventions and leaving out some villages.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($419 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on building a good 2 room house since the one i was staying in was grass thatched and very ramshackle. It would rain on us many times.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is staying in a descent house which does not leak. I now sleep soundly these days.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($117 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
Bought iron sheets, bought solar, and spent on some household expenses like food
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
Building a house, and buying a cow, and school fees
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building a house and the remaining balance I will use it to start a business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is buying a plot. Where I hope to construct my home
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is providing basic needs to my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am having a meal with my children and husband.
