We check in with people at each stage of the cash transfer process to see how things are going. Take a look at some of their stories as they appear here in real-time.
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($401 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on starting my own carpentry workshop as a form of employment and income generating activity.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is more different than it would have been if I never received transfers in that I am now self employed and employing some other people in my carpentry workshop.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly does well to reach out to recipients directly without a mediator.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($420 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer to buy land and construct a bigger house of 3 rooms tgat is iron roofed. I have been living in a small single roomed grass thatched house but grass for roofing was becoming scarce and the house getting smaller as the family increases. So I wanted to get a comfortable place for my family.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Being able to fulfill the needs of my family is the biggest difference in my daily life. This is because I started up a small work shop from which i earn income and am able to provide the necessities of my family.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I made my first deposit on the plot of land that I want to buy in my first transfer. I will construct a bigger house for my family on that land
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
I will use the next transfer to complete payment of the plot of land and the construct a house
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access_time over 7 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on building a metal rooftop house because grass is rear to find, renting enough land for growing crops is also part of my plan and also buying food for the family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The achievement I am proudest of is my family because i was one now we are four.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life is when i lost my father who used to give me good advice which could take you to another level.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when i have earned something to feed with my family.
