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
264000 MWK ($338 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I will have a new house after the rainy season is over
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I am very impressed with the GD programme, I am very grateful
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have managed to buy 30 iron sheets and other roofing materials to build a new house after the rainy season is over
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I never expect to get such a huge amount of money and Iam very happy to have join the programme
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has changed completely because I now have a comfortable house
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought 26 iron sheets and food items as soon as I received the funds
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I'm so grateful for the money..The money will help us to sustain our household by buying iron sheets and other necessities,,,some beddings and other necessities..
What is the happiest part of your day?
All day
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Not having enough money to buy food for her entire household
