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?
That moment I saw the message that i have received a transfer from Givedirectly I was very grateful, because I never imagined that i would ever have an opportunity to be part of this program.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
A lot of things have changed in my life as well as of my family, i started a small business of selling some small groceries and this business is generating income for our family and we are able to purchase food everyday.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
Buying food, building a house and clothes
Enrolled
access_time 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I have been thinking and planning to do a business but i have been lacking money. I am really grateful for this program because my dream will come true.
I will also be able to buy matress, blackets and a bicycle. I will also be able to renovate my house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy when i have enough food.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
