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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($402 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Treatment ! Recipient has spent her third transfer on covering medical bills and buying food to eat.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if i never received a transfer because i am a bit fair and food is also available on time at home.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
It's has done well since everything was fulfilled.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer to construct a bigger house, i had a small house that was not enough for the family so i used the money to build another one
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest diference in my daily life is having a house that is enough for the family.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my transfer on buying a solar for lighting since I was spending alot on paraffin. I also paid someone to give me milk monthly. The rest I bought food because i am very old and frail I need to eat well.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment when I received my money i felt happy and told my grand son to buy me some bread and milk first before anything else. Thank you give directly for helping such an old woman like me
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on cementing my house and the remaining balance to treat myself because for a long time I have suffered from eye problem.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is raising and caring for my seven children and all now are married.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship currently is eye problem because it has even reduced my agricultural productivity as I can not go a lone to garden.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am with my grandchildren.
