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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
297300 MWK ($367 USD)
access_time almost 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has changed completely because of the assistance given from give directly
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly fulfilled their promise and we are very impressed
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
Iam very grateful for the opportunity given from give directly, i have managed to buy iron sheets, blankets and other things that I needed
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
307200 MWK ($385 USD)
access_time almost 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy and thankful. it is alot of money and i am thankful
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I have bought iron sheets which will allow me to maintain my house.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have bought blankets to be sleeping comfortably. I have bought fertilizer. for the farm. I have also bought bags of maize for food.
Enrolled
access_time 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This means a lot to me. I have been desiring to have a nice house. This is my chance to build one. I also plan to buy iron sheets.
With my old age, it is challenging to produce more for my family. The money will enable me to buy more food.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy when i am chatting with my friends.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
