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 plan is to build my own house because since I came to know myself I have not had the opportunity to build because I don't have the hand of doing that over the years.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I am happy because Givedirect make me to always have food to eat, and I am now thinking about building a house for myself
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When I withdraw the money, I will purchase building materials, buy food and the balance money will be used for labor payment
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
40375 LRD ($266 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money, I was very happy and excited. I have been living in family house for a very long time and now it's my time to build house for myself.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has improved greatly now, and I appreciate give directly for helping me with this transfer. I have my meal on time now, but before Givedirectly came I was really struggling and everything was very difficult for me.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I'm planning on building a house.
Enrolled
access_time over 2 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
" I plan to build my own house if I am successful in getting this cash".
What is the happiest part of your day?
" 6 months ago, I have been hearing about Give Directly and their unconditional cash transfer to recipients, absolutely this brought me happiness and joy".
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
" For now the only challenge I am face with is the lack of money to buy nutritional food and build me a house".
