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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($452 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I have got a piece of mind, because I have been relieved from the school fees burned that I was faced with. I have also owned 2 drums and solar that I couldn't afford before getting this transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly has done well to give me money that has enabled me take my son to senior 5, and Give Directly has not anything bad because it has put smiles on the faces of many poor people in my village.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for purchasing 2 water drums at UGX 240,000 solar system at UGX 120,000 and saved UGX 1,272,000 to spend later for paying school fees for my son who is joining advanced secondary level.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($464 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
Enrolled
access_time 6 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means investing in buying land for my children who are still studying in secondary school.This land will be used by them for farming when they get families in future.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Evening time is my happiest part of the day.This is an interesting moment of story and experience sharing with my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is lack of enough money to invest in buying land for my children.
