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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
53075 KES ($515 USD)
access_time almost 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
Currently, I am living a better life compared to a few months back before Give directly came to my life. Through their help, I managed to build a spacious permanent house. I also managed to buy a cow that started producing milk recently. The milk supplements our meals. It is also a source of income. I used the remaining amount to pay for my medical expenses. I am grateful to this organization for helping me. I could not have done all these were it not for them
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I really like how GiveDirectly carries out its operations in our village. According to me, the process was so transparent and fair. There was no biasness selecting eligible households. I also feel that the amount they gave us was more than enough. Personally, my life has changed. I was able to do several development projects that have improved my life.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent part of the recent transfer I received from Give Directly to buy building materials. I am planning to construct a new house since the one I am living in currently is not in good condition. Apart from that, I was also not feeling well during that period. The money came in handy in paying my medical expenses. I spent the remaining amount to buy five chicken for rearing. I opted to buy this chicken so that I can sell them whenever an emergency arises.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
55000 KES ($546 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The greatest difference is that I have a house for my children whom they have been seeking a sleeping space at neigbors home.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I got money from GD I felt so happy and feel relieved as I was feed my family through casual jobs.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
When I got the money from GD I was not feeling well and I spent part of it on my medication. I spent part of it to buy food for my family as we had no food at that time. I also bought a cow and spent the rest on builiding a house for my children.
Enrolled
access_time almost 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I have had a difficult time trying to raise school fees for my children. Due to the unreliable sources of income, somehow this dream has been thwarted. However, am optimistic that this dream could become true with the arrival of this transfers. I am just so happy.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up strong and healthy. This is the time that I have not encountered any hitches of the day.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is sickness. I have been sick over and over and have never sought enough medical attention due to lack of funds. This has cost me a lot and I have not been able to accomplish some of my life's goals.
