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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1661910 UGX ($451 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that, I have been in position to construct an iron roofed house that has relieved me from the burden of renovating my grass thatched hut twice annually. In addition, I have acquired a cow that will help me in the near future. Previously, I didn't have enough money to buy construction materials and a cow.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirctly did well to give me cash which I used to construct an iron roofed house. On my side, GiveDirectly has only done good to me.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to purchase a cow, food items and pay medical bills.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($464 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am able to afford food now, and I am happy to have an iron sheet roofed house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, I felt so happy because God has blessed me to receive such an amount of money in a life time.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
My first transfer was spent to buy a cow, bought building materials such as iron sheets, bricks and timber to construct a house, I also bought a few household items like a bed and mattress.
Enrolled
access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
When I receive this money, I will build a house because apparently Iam not sleeping well because of the poor condition of the house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when I wake up healthy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced is poverty. I barely can afford a meal.
