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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
264000 MWK ($340 USD)
access_time 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different now because i was able to cement the floor of my house. Before the transfers My house was not cemented, i used to walk long distances just to look for good soils for smearing the floor of my house. the house was always dusty and it was not health for my family. With the transfers that i have received my house has been cemented and am staying in a neat and healthy house now. All thanks should go to Give Directly.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
i feel like everything is done very well
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
When i received my transfer i bought cement which was used to cement the floor of my house. the other amount was used to buy food since i did not have any food at home. the remaining amount was used to buy mattress and other basic needs.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($352 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was very happy. It is a nice thing to know others are out that helping you. I am happy and greatful.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I am living freely now and not worrying about anything. I now sleep with my tummy full.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent the money on cement my house did not have plaster outside. I bought 10 bags cements.i also bought maize 6 bags so that we have enough food. I used some of my money to buy fertilizer 2 bags. I plan on extending my house and having a veranda and bough 7 iron sheets and wires for this. I kept some money for my up keep. I also hired labour for my farm.
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access_time over 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Iam very happy and fill lucky
What is the happiest part of your day?
Morning hours
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
