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 ($400 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
House ! I have built a house using my third transfer. My old house had called falled down.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different in that i have managed to build a big house that i have never thought of having than it would have been if i never received a transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I think ! It has done well because i am contented
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer to build a house since i was still renting as my original house had been destroyed by rain.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that i now have a house on my own land. I am so happy, thank you GD.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on paying some of the money to buy a plot of land and also bought some ironsheets because I wanted to bulid a house since I was renting.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I felt good and immediately paid some money to acquire my own land,am just remaining with some balance to finish the payment.Thank you
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to construct a new house for my family because the one where I used to stay collapsed during a heavy downpour. The house where we are currently living in is not enough.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
The biggest achievement that i am proudest of is when i bought my first cow in life. This was after i got a good harvest from my rice garden.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that i have faced in life is when i lost both of my parents at a tender age. I grew up with my elder brother and he could not afford to pay school fees for my education.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon. It is at this time that i can relax and chat with my friends.
