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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1686157 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?
I am happy that GiveDirectly sent me this cash transfer that helped me treat myself and pay my medical bills. I was very sick and helpless after being attacked by unknown thugs. Had I not received this cash transfer I would have lost my life.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion GiveDirectly does well to send people money that enabled them purchase many assets and feed their families. On the other hand, GiveDirectly has not done anything wrong so far.
What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent UGX600,000 to purchase a cow and I spent UGX60,000 to purchase school uniforms for my children. I spent UGX200,000 to prepare for my grand son's funeral arrangements. I spent UGX200,000 to purchase food for my family and the remaining money was spent on my treatment.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
1719800 UGX ($445 USD)
access_time almost 6 years ago
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Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
My life is better now because I have food and I am healthy. In the past I was sickly and very helpless without land but I was able to acquire a piece of land that I cultivate my food crops. I used to struggle with ground rent and my life was very difficult, however thanks to give directly that helped me.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the cash transfer, I praised and sung joyfully about give directly. I was so happy and thanked give directly for this financial support.
What did you spend your first transfer on?
I bought a piece of land worth 1,400,000 ugx and a cow worth 300,000 ugx with all my first cash transfer.
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access_time 6 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship i am faced with is lack of land for cultivation, sleeping in a leaking house.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the morning when i wake up healthy and i am able to work for the day.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money means I Will be able to better my sleeping house, pay school fees for my grandchildren and pay medical bills.
