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Teddy's family
Teddy
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Subsistence farming
faceAge:
63
workCampaign
Standard Uganda
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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1652800 UGX ($445 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy a bull, ox-plough, paid school fees for the children and a debt of Ugx 100,000.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, givedirectly has done well giving people money to build houses, buy livestock and household items to improve their well being.
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 because i sleep comfortably after acquiring a bed, mattress, and a blanket. I feel proud because my home is improved a lot in a way of living.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($469 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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access_time 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i have faced is lack of money to complete my iron roof house. My house is collapsing on one side and these worries alot. whenever it heavily rains, I do not sleep because of the gaps and cracks on the wall that worry the strength of my house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the afternoon. This is the time when my neighbours visit and chat with me.This is an interesting moment because they make me happy with stories and fun
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means completing my iron roof house by plastering it's floor and wall with cement.This money will help purchase an ox plough for my household to increase it's agricultural production