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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has changed, even my home has been transformed. My house was grass roofed but now it has an iron sheet roof. In short i did not have a proper house but i am a proud owner of a proper built house. This is how my life has been different since GD came in to help
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I see no problem with GiveDirectly. All is going on well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have not used my money yet but i planned to buy bricks and renovate my house
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($351 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy when i received the transfer. I was in dire poverty but the funds brought hope and peace of mind.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Now i have managed to finalize my house. Honestly i could not have managed to buy iron sheets by myself. I also bought fertilizer and my kids are now happy in school uniforms which i bought using the transfer.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
The funds helped me to secure Iron sheets, mattress, roofing materials, blackets, fertilizer, learning materials and clothes.
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I will use the money to buy mattress for me and my kids. The other money I shall buy iron sheets and renovate our house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Mornings
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
