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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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I hope to complete my dream house before this year ends.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Givedirectly is the reason why I will live long.Givedirectly is really helpful to me.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent most of my second transfer on buying house building materials.
I have been living in a very deplorable house which got me very sick.
Each time it rains,I would sit the whole night worrying and praying that the house shouldn't fall on me.
So upon getting my recent transfer I decided building a new house for my family.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
35625 LRD ($231 USD)
access_time over 1 year ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I have been thinking of building a new and befitting house but due to my financial status it was very impossible for me. I felt very happy because I will help me.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Iam at peace with myself and the community knowing that my transfers will help me
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent most of my transfer on buying house building materials
Enrolled
access_time over 1 year ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am a farmer and also a widow who live in a mud structure situated around the town hall. If I am opportune to benefit from GiveDirectly cash transfer, I will definitely build a decent house and spend the rest of the money on food stuffs and clothes.
What is the happiest part of your day?
In the past six months, I have been happy because life is still there. But as for today I am overwhelmed with the present of GiveDirectly working in my home town today. Order than these things I mentioned, I have really been discouraged especially looking at my current place of being. It doesn't represent a sound-minded individual like me but I have no control due to the fact that I don't have money to change my situation.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Some of the few challenges I am currently face with now is the lack of cash, food and clothing.
