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 over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on accomplishing my 3bed room house which I started using the GD transfers. The house I was staying in before was very tiny and we were very congested.
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 the transfer in a way that there is harmony in the family as my husband involves me in planning for the home and so the entire family is happy.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, Give Directly is very transparent and does well to follow up on recipients to ensure that the right people get the transfers.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($420 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on paying my child's medical bills. When I received the money, my child had been admitted and truth is I did not have enough money to cover the bill so I used the transfer to clear it.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Being able to sleep comfortably is the biggest difference in my life. I did not have a matress before the transfers and I would lay a mat on the floor and sleep however all that changed when I got the transfers because I bought some beddings so am able to sleep comfortably.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($118 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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The recipient was not asked any questions as part of this follow up.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on renovating my house and the remaining balance to start small business.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement in life is buying a plot. On which I constructed my house.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I am facing is feeding my children.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am having a meal with my family.
