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?
There, is no new goals for now. My previous planned on improving my house. I want to purchase all of the materials before starting up the the renovation process. .
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly has done more than good and is still doing it for my family and I. Can you imagine, receiving money that I didn't work for is like a blessing and miracle to me. GiveDirectly has made my dream come true.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have not used my current transfer yet but I'm intending of buying additional building materials to improve my the structure and roof of my house.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
42500 LRD ($297 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Since I received my second transfer, my goal is to change the roof of my house which I have started the process already.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give Directly is doing well by giving us the transfer which is helping us greatly to empower ourselves and I'm very grateful to them.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I'm planning to buy zinc and nail to roof my house.
Enrolled
access_time over 2 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I purchase zinc and reform my newly constructed building that I constructed with tash. My priority is to have a shelter that will provide a little bit of comfort for me. Even when there is rain, I will not be in worry.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The decision of one of my sisters to educate my kids due to my( no income) condition that started this gone January, 2021 really caused me serious joy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Daily food provision is my major challenge for the past time and even now. There is no stable source of income, as such, there is no plan to sustain the home.
