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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1660965 UGX ($448 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer to buy a cow, a trip of bricks and sand. I'm planning to spent the balance on more building materials.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly in my opinion, has done well by giving me the transfer that enabled me to under go an operation. On the other hand, GiveDirectly has done everything well.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life has totally improved in that, my health is better since I can support my self to walk. In the past, I didn't have the money to treat my leg which made me move on a wheel chair.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1728300 UGX ($471 USD)
access_time over 5 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent part (ugx 590000) of my first transfer for my operation and treatment since I had a problem with walking. Treatment was my priority because I needed to be fine to run my daily activies.
I then bought some household items such as bedings, untensils among others since the ones I had were very few and wearing out. Therefore I needed to buy more.
I also some building materials such as iron sheets and bricks that I will be using to put up my permanent house.
I have some (ugx 400000) saved as I will use it incase of any emergency.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I recieved my money, I felt a high relief as I knew inside me that I was going to get proper treatment.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is the Joy that has filled my heart. I got proper treatment and I can now walk. Before I just used to sit and wait on someone to help me.
Enrolled
access_time almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My disabilities
What is the happiest part of your day?
Evening because I get to rest
What does receiving this money mean to you?
It will help me to improve my life. I will be able to repair my house and sick treatment for my condition.
