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I had school fees arrears for my daughter worth 20000 KES. She could not settle in school since every time she was on the way coming home to look for fees hence a lot of time wasted. I used the rest of the money to plaster my main house that was too pathetic to live in-it was dust all over and therefore what I can say is that Give Directly has done us proud-it has given us a better life.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference I can mention in my daily life is peaceful state of mind. If you have problems all over like lack of money to pay school fees for your children and to build can make you run crazy but thanks to Give Directly for offering us a help. Most of the problems are solved.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($97 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent the larger part of my first transfer on paying school for my child who is in high school 6000 KES. I also bought clothes for my children 2000 KES and food for my family to feed on 2000 KES
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
Them moment I received my first transfer,I felt very happy since at that time I was experiencing school fees problems as my child had been sent home to fetch for school fees and I had no money. I am thankful to GiveDirectly for giving me and opportunity of educating my child comfortably.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship is currently lack of school fees since my children are sent home for school fees every now and then.
What is the happiest part of your day?
Throughout the day I'm always a happy woman ready tackle issues on a day to day basis.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money will bring change into our family since my children will go to school efficiently and I will expand my business of selling small fish.
