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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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
297300 MWK ($369 USD)
access_time over 2 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
The biggest difference is that i now own some property and furniture that i never thought i would own,and I'm super excited and proud.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
From my end l think GiveDirectly has done everything pretty well you promised us two transfer's and we have gotten that without any challenges i really appreciate everything this organisation has done.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have used my second transfer to buy house furniture such as sleeping matress,a fridge which i know use for business,i make freezes now because i own a fridge and also bought food,5 bags of maize to be precise.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
307200 MWK ($383 USD)
access_time almost 3 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
Se was very happy and excited..The money meant help in purchasing some materials that she failed to have.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference is that we now manage to watch news and other entertainment inside our house and drink cold water from our fridge.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
She used the cash to purchase a TV(plasma) a new fridge as well as some furniture in her house..She also spent the cash on purchasing food for the entire household..
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access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I work at the hospital but I have always wanted a side way to get money. The funds I get from Givedirectly will help me start my kaunjika business
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am always happy. God gave me life that's a reason to be happy
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
Mostly since I work I do not struggle with a lot of things. It's my wish of starting a business that is no fulfilled
