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 ($340 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I am a happy person, for now I am out of poverty. There is enough food for my family and I will now own a proper house.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
EGivedirectly is doing everything so well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I bought timber, iron sheets, frames with the money I received. I want to build a house after the rainy season, I also bought bags of maize.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($351 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so happy to receive this grant. Infact i still am. I cant say thank you enough to GD for this opportunity. Am really grateful
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
My life has changed i have food on my table. Enough food for everyone in my home. I am thankful. Very thankful
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
With the funds i received last month, i managed to buy iron sheets and nails for a house am yet to build. I also bought matress, blankets and clothes for my children and i. I also bought maize as food for my family and fertilizer for our farm
Enrolled
access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Am happy to be part of the project. I will use the money to buy livestock, food and beddings.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Am happiest whenever I have enough to eat.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
