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 ($341 USD)
access_time over 3 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 am a house owner. I did not have a house before but now i have one because the funds enabled me to build myself a house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I have seen no problem with GiveDirectly, if i am to be honest all is well with this organisation
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used the money to buy cement, food and mattress.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($351 USD)
access_time over 3 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. I knew that GD remembers us.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Now i have a nice sleeping place. I also have enough food for my family
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought wooden doors for my house, Iron sheets, mattress, bags of maize and fertilizer.
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Am so thankful to be enrolled in the project. I will use the money to finish building my house and as transport whenever I visit the hospital.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest when I have my basic needs met.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I face is with my health. I have a stomach problem and I suffer from Tuberculosis.
