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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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The phone was with my husband at the market when the transfers came in. He rushed home to show me the message and i was simply greatful because this is not something you see every day.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I now have a soft and warm place to sleep. I bought 2 mattress and blankets for my children and myself. This is a such a big change for me because i used to sleep on the floor with just a sack for a sleeping mat and a thin bedsheet for warmth. I am greatfull.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When irecieved my transfer, my children came i asked me to buy them a blanket because they would like to sleep on a nice place. I depend on my husband for all our daily needs and the money he brings in is only enough for food. We could not afford a blanket to keep ourselves and the children warm.
I bought 2 mattress, 1 for the children and the other for my husband and my self. We also bought 2 blankets, for the children and 1 for us. I have kept the remaining money because i want to add it to my second transfer to build a house that is more comfortable.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money is something i never expected and I am so greatful because i will now be able to have enough food
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon because that is when i usually have my first meal of the day
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest.hardship i have faced is being unable to have food throughout the year.
