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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I spent most of my second on building materials like iron sheets, timber and nails which I have used to build my new house in my own compound because I had always longed to have my own compound but could not due to my financial status. I also bought steel windows and wooden which I have already fixed on my house. The remaining amount, I spent on mattress and a bed which is more spacious and comfortable than the one I was sleeping in before.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly did well in sending us money which helped the recipients to change their lives by doing what they could not do before like building houses and buying cattle. I have not seen anything that I did not do well.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
If I would not have received the transfer, I would not have built a house in my own compound and this makes me very happy. Thank you Gd for the transfer
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($96 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on household items like clothing and food for my household members. I am glad that courtesy of Give Directly, my children can now dress more decently and eat healthier food.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money from Give Directly, I got surprised since it was my first time receiving such big amount of money that would change my life. We would eat well, dress well and live well.
Enrolled
access_time almost 8 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship we have is building our own home and paying dowry.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is always in the evening after work when resting with my family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that we will build our home
