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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686517 UGX ($458 USD)
access_time 5 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
If I had not recieved the transfer, I would be drained on issue of fees but now, I feel full relief as I am able to pay fees for my children. Hence, giving me a peace of mind.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, givedirectly has done well by giving me money that has helped me lighten the issue of paying my children's fees.
However, givedirectly has done nothing bad.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent all my second transfer on paying fees for my children who are in secondary school, primary and myself. Personally, I am persuing a master degree and I would like my children to also have a bright future.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($459 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that am stress free and I have put on some weight. I used to think alot of how Iwould get money for taking my children back to school.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I felt so happy that Give Directly fulfilled their promise. I woke up my wife to break the good news to her.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first tansfer for buying a mattress, a pair of bedsheets and food. The rest of the money I spent on school fees for my three children.
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access_time over 5 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
This transfers will enable me educate my children . The money i will spend on paying school fees for my children at Bukedea comprehsive academy and Amus college.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of the day is evening after i have completed my tasks.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is lack of money for paying school fees for my children in secondary.
