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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?
I would still be struggling with poverty but the money which i have received from GD have really helped us a lot
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Everything which GD is doing in our community is good there is nothing wrong with this Organization
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
we have spent the money on cement and other materials for our house renovation since we want to be living in a descent house
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 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. I knew I would be able to access things which I could not before. It was a happy moment seeing the money alert
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I could have not afford to build a house. Now I have the capability to do so with help from Give Directly
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
My house is glass thatched, I have have therefore bought iron sheet and other building material, i want to Build a house. I have also bought a bicycle to ease me with transportation cost, a mattress since I was sleeping on the floor. I have also bought a solar panel and a battery that will allow me to charge my phone
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This money means alot for me and I'm so excited
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is during evening hours because that's when I get to spend much time with my entire family.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is a proper house to live,feeding my family and buying basic needs
