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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 UGX ($449 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that I have hope that my child will get the best medical treatment that she needs. Had I not received this transfer my child's medical condition would have deteriorated. My child is now receiving medical attention courtesy of GiveDirectly cash transfers.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did well to send me money that has helped me treat my child who is very sick. In my opinion GiveDirectly has only done good deeds for me.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent 800,000 ugx on my child's treatment. I also paid off debts worth 200,000 ugx and bought some food to feed my family. I am keeping the balance of 400,000 ugx to help me in clearing any medical treatment of my sick child.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($470 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that, I have got a peace of mind, because I have been in position to start up a business of selling produce(maize and G-nuts), which will generate income for my family being a single mother.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money I became very happy.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first money for purchasing maize 20 bags at 1,300,000UGX plus G-nuts 4 bags at 240,000UGX and the balance I spent for buying clothings for my child and self.
Enrolled
access_time over 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This transfers will enable me buy a plot of land to establish my homestead. Also part of the transfers i intend to use for treating my sick child.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest moment is after doing domestic work. It is at this time i relax while talking to my siblings.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is inadequate amount of money to buy basic needs for my sickly child.
