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?
I was very happy because I didn't expect this to happen to me
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I have things that I couldn't afford on my own in the past
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought matress, food for my home , 2 bags of fertilizer, two blankets
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
The program is helpful and I appreciate the efforts made by GD to reduce poverty. I have been desiring people who have houses with Iron sheets for so long and I will buy mine when I receive my transfer.
I will also use the money to buy beddings such as blackets and mattresses. I will also buy food and fertilizer.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiness comes from chatting with my grandchildren. This is usually during day time.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My main challenge has been money to build a house.
