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 ($401 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on a house, business and school fees. I used my transfer to finish my house because my second transfer was insufficient. I also started up a glossary business for me to be able to earn a daily income and I paid school fees for my 5 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 the transfer because I am now feeding well, my children are able to go to school and I have a daily income generating income.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion, GiveDirectly does well to give us phones and the money for free.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($422 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I used my second transfer to build a house because the house i had was very small.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is having a bigger house
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($113 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 buying construction materials as I prepare to build a three room house. My friend, I am stsyingvin a very small poor house yet I have five children and we are so congested.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When i received my money, I was so happy that my long time dream was being fulfilled. I can't explain properly how I felt.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend my transfer on constructing good metal house because I am staying in too small house that even I have no space for visitor.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is planting some coffee trees, these coffee trees do sustain my life.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My most current hardship is lacking start up capital, I wish to have business but capital has limited me.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the afternoon when I am having lunch in the trading center because I eat as chat with friends.
