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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
53075 KES ($526 USD)
access_time 4 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 currently different that it would have been in that we currently have continuous source of income from the motor bike business that was started out of this transfers. In essence the money gave us a boda boda and also employed one of my family members where we get daily income from.
I also have a source of income from the sale of milk which came out of the cow that was bought. The milk is also food tp mu children hence I would not spend most of the money in procurement of milk for family use.
Had it not for the money, for sure, we wouldn't have recorded the milestones as noted above.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Honestly speaking, GD does not do anything wrong. Actually all the good things are attributed to this organization. Giving us unconditional cash for our own use is something that we are all proud of.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent the entire second transfers in purchase of a motorbike which is currently a source of income to my family. It is also worth noting that the money helped me in driving food shortage away since I am able to provide.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
55000 KES ($544 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy cattle because they will help me later in income generation when I sell milk which will assist me in taking care of my family.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the money I felt very happy and even tried calling the Hotline but the lady responded in English and it was very hard to understand, so I decided to wait for your call and thank you because you really helped me.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am a happy person since now I have some cattle and the feeling of ownership is awesome.I also know that my family future is secured since with cattle in my community, ones life is secured since one can either sell them or sell milk for sustainability.
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access_time almost 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is growing without my parents.I lost my parents when I was seven years old.I had to live a very difficult live in my elder sister's home.I dropped out of primary school in class seven so that I could look for money to survive.There was no money to continue with my studies.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning.This is because I feel fresh and strong to start and plan the day's activities.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means that my life will improve.Since I live near the forest I will buy cows and goats which I will graze them there.
