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 moment i received the money I was glad because
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
the biggest it feels like I have a new life
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
roofing, fertelizer, farming tools basic needs
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am so happy to receive these funds from GD. My house is not in good shape. I will use these funds to mend it probably build a new house and put iron sheets.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am the happiest when I have food and money in my home. With money am able to buy things needed in my home
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Shelter has been something I have been struggling with. My house leaks during rainy seasons it's also cold during winter. We are mostly worried as we approach the colds
