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Millicent's family
Millicent
landscapeCountry:
kenya
workOccupation:
Other
faceAge:
17
workCampaign
Standard Kenya
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($468 USD)
access_time over 6 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I used my third transfer to plaster the walls and floor of my main house. I had built a semi-permanent house of 24 iron sheets, but it was not looking strong since I smeared its walls with mud. I was afraid that it could be swept away by rain and wind in the near future and therefore to solve the problem and live in a secure shelter, I had to make it stronger by cementing it.
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
My second transfer has really helped me-I have built a better house of 2 rooms that I am proud living in-it is not leaky and it is strong enough to protect us from rain and criminals. My former one had turned old, it was terribly leaky and we felt stressed up living in there.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opionion what Give Directly does well is that it gives us more money that is enough to enable us accomplish much bigger projects. However, I would recommed the cycle to continue a little longer.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer in that currently, me together with my household members live in a more secure and healthier environment since we constructed an iron-roofed house that has not only protected us from rain but also improved our security since no one can just walk in and attack us-the house is stronger enough.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I used a portion of my first transfer on sofa set because I did not have seats in my house and the remaining amount, I paid as down payment for iron sheets which will enable me to build my own house and move from the rented one.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received the money, I was very happy because I was now sure of solving my financial problems and also all my worries subsided. Thank you GD
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that am now very happy because I have sofa set and my visitors no longer sits on the floor like it has always.
 
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access_time over 7 years ago
 
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I do not have a house that I own.I have to pay for a house monthly.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am sharing with my friends because that makes me forget my problems.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money makes me happy because I trust that my most needs are going to be met.My house fallen down and now I am renting a house,if I receive this money,I will build my own house and will save that money and use it elsewhere.