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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686517 UGX ($461 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer because am stress free, I used to think a lot of how I would get the school fees for my child but Give Directly came to my rescue and my child is happy to be at school. Am also feeling better having received complete treatment.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly did well to give me money that enabled me to take my child to school. There is nothing they have not done well.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer for paying school fees worth UGX 1,133,000, I bought a mattress UGX 120,000, hired a piece of land for a period of two years at UGX 300,000. I used UGX 80,000 for paying a medical expense.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1754517 UGX ($459 USD)
access_time 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I'm much more happier than I used to be because, I have been able to meet my daily needs with the help of the transfer.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer I felt very happy
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on my child's school fees and scholastic materials, a mattress and food. I also used it to settle a debt that I got for treating myself.
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access_time over 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i face is lack of money to pay fees for my granddaughter studying at Bukedae life line.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest moment is during afternoon. This when friends visit my home and i chatt with them.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means to buy oxen for cultivation.
