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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
The way we were before We couldn't have food and fertilizer now we are better off
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
It does well in supporting our families with money and I don't see anything that givedirectly doesn't do well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have saved my money to buy land
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($356 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 very happy when i saw the transfer
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I used to be streesed about finding food but now am a happy person will food available at home.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have spent the transfer on food, matress, fertiliser and iron sheets
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means alot to me. I will use the cash to buy food and other items. It has come at the right time and will be used for the right purpose. I am thrilled at the prospect of receiving this cash because as a household, we are going through hard times financially. It is a timely financial assistance. Iam grateful to GD.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Iam happiest in the evening because it is when we usually have food as a family. Household members can afford a smile at this time.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Basically, I have been struggling to earn money to buy food. Most of the times, floods and droughts make it impossible for us to harvest enough.
