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 almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
Yes , school fees ! I spent my third transfer on paying school fees for my children.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if i never received a transfer, because i have been able to take back my children to school .
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
I think it has done well in my opinion, but other people who missed the money have become jealous of us. So ,I think these people should be reconsidered.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on paying fees for my child who is undertaking a nursing course.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Living peacefully without worrying about finances is the biggest difference in my life.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on paying my children's school fees and some households that I was lacking in my house.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received my money, i felt excited.I was eating food and saw the message but i couldn't eat any more after.
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access_time over 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on household items I miss in my home like bedsheets, blanket etc.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement was the birth of my eight children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was the death of my two sisters and my father. I miss them a lot.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is after noon because I spend time with my friends
