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
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time almost 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 is different now because i have improved my house. i used to walk long distances to look for clay black soil for smearing the floor of my house. since i have received my transfers i have cemented the floor of my house and i have also bought iron sheets for the roof. am living in a good house now.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
i feel like everything is done very well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When i received my transfer i bought cement and iron sheets which i used to improve the floor and roof of my house. the remaining amount was used to buy food and other basic needs.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time almost 4 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when i received my transfer and am reall thankful
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has changed. I now have the food. I used to sleep on an empty stomach. My kids are also happy because thay have some clothes and school uniforms.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought Iron sheets, blackets, food, chickens fertilizer, doors, books and school bags for my children.
Enrolled
access_time 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
We shall use the money to renovate our house,buy food for the children and make sure we have enough utensils.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Mornings
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Failure to always have food daily has always been a challenge.
