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.
Learn more about how recipients opt in to share their stories.
There will be no further updates from this completed recipient.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1662250 UGX ($450 USD)
access_time over 4 years ago
check
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Prior to receiving these transfers, I didn't have cows of my own but when I got money from GiveDirectly, I managed to purchase 2 cow that will produce milk which is going to boost my children's immunity and the cows will help me with my children's education in future. In addition, I have got 2 pieces of land which Iam going to cultivate untillmy money is paid back. These pieces of land will increase my hearvest unlike before when I suffered from food shortage because cultivated on one piece of land.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did well to give me cash that I spent for acquiring cows and land. GiveDirectly has not done bad on my side.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to purchase a cow, paid off a debt, a fine, medical treatment, gifts and lent out UGX 400,000 in exchange of a piece of land.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1730250 UGX ($469 USD)
access_time over 4 years ago
attach_money
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
I have been having a small piece of land that does not produce enough yields to support my family. When I recieved my money, I was able to get additional piece of land that is going to increase my crop production. Furthermore, I have acquired a cow that will help with my children's education in future.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
Upon learning that I had recieved money, I was overwhelmed by joy because I had got money that will help my family get a piece of land.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first to purchase a cow, household items ( mattress, utensils, bed sheets), clothes, lent out UGX 300,000 in exchange of a piece of land and gave my trustee UGX 50,000 as a gift.
Enrolled
access_time almost 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I am going to buy some piece of land for agriculture. We are currently having just one that does not allow me have enough food in my home.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is the afternoon when I get back from the garden. I like sitting with my mother-in Law who has a lot of stories to tell, that makes me happy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing is limited land for agriculture. In the one acre I have, we do alot of intercropping to try and have a variety. Some times the crops do not do very well and hence food insecurity in my household.
