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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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My children were recently sent home from school because I did not have enough money to pay their school fees. I have started my building project also but couldn't continue due to limited finances. Hence, when I received my recent transfer, I bought enough building materials to continue my house project. Furthermore, portion of my transfer was used to pay my children balance school fees for the entire school year.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly unique method of delivering cash to poor people like us is incredible. I consider it a privilege to be part of this program. My life has changed completely and I see nothing that GD is not doing quite well.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
My primary objective at the moment is to see my children attend school regularly. I had also been hoping for enough money to complete my house project. Therefore, when I received my transfer, I used a very huge portion to pay my children balance school fees for the academic year. Additionally, the balance portion of my transfer was used to buy zinc and nails for the completion of my new house. I am blessed to be part of this unique project.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
37500 LRD ($246 USD)
access_time almost 2 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Recently, things have become very difficult for me and my family. My children were put out of school for tuition. Furthermore, I needed money to roof my house. Therefore, portion of my transfer was used to pay my children balance school fees for this academic year. The remaining portion was used to purchase additional 1bundle of zinc to roof my house. Transfers received from GiveDirectly has changed my life for good.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
The steps taken by GiveDirectly in selecting qualified household to benefit from this program is admirable. With these tranfers, my life has improved tremendously. I am blessed to be part of this unique project.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
A huge portion of my recent transfer was used to pay my children balance tuition for this academic year. Additionally, I also bought 1 bundle of zinc ($11,000LD) to roof my house. The remaining portion of my transfer was used to buy food for my home. I am very excited about this program that has brought change to my livelihood.
Enrolled
access_time over 2 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
My ex husband and i have 3 kids, I'm presently in a new relationship. My plan for this transfer is to built a house for my children, send them to school and also take care of myself. My ex man live in this village with his new wife. My husband now is on the gold mine and i need to take care of my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Though my aunt died last year, my family was down hearted but i have joy because my children are in good health and i am also doing well.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I have a shop on my house but I don't have money to start a business. I want to sell asorted goods. When the business incresses, i will use the profit to take care of me and my children. I have 3 kids and no school fees for them.
