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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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($402 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer to build a house because I have been sleeping in a grass thatched house with a leaking roof
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different because I now have a well constructed house on my own land which I have all acquired on GD money than I would have been if i hadn't recieved at all, that i would still be sleeping in a grass thatched house
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly has done well by giving people money and they plan for themselves and there is nothing I would say has been done badly
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spend my second transfer on buying bricks to build my own house and move out of my brother's house
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my life is that before GD I always worried worried about how I am going to take care of my family and where we shall go in case my brother chased us out of his houses. With Gd money I am hopeful that I am going to build a small house for my kis and I and also be able to feed them. I am happier now because I don't worry a lot any more
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building better house and the remaining balance to start cloth Selling business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is buying a plot that I am hoping to construct house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing in my home is to provide basic needs to my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am relexed with my children telling me what they have learnt at school.
