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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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was so excited and very grateful for the program..I felt really happy because the money camr to me easier without any troubles...With the money i knew that my life would change..
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference is that I now have a better sleeping place with heavy blankets and I can no longer be worried about the winter season..
I also have enough food for the entire household.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I used the cash to purchase a Mattress at a cost of k65,000 as well as 2 heavy blankets. I also bought clothes and shoes for my children.. I saved a bit of the cash to be buying basic necessities such as sugar and salt.
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access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am very happy to receive this money. This money means that my household will develop. This money means a lot to me because it has shown me that people still have the ability to help each other in the world.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happiest when my kids are happy amd healthy. This is the only thing that makes me happy.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I face is lack of food and assistance for my children. My children lack good clothes.
