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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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfers I was very thankful of what GiveDirectly has done for me.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference in my life is that now my marriage is at peace. We used to fight all the time because we did not have basic needs so this was really affecting my marriage so now that there's this money we are able to do things that can help us and we are at peace.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent my transfers on new roofing so that I can start building a house. also managed to buy a mattress and Blankets. With the rest of the money I rented some land so I can do my farming.
Enrolled
access_time almost 3 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am excited to get enrolled in the GD program because I am disabled, I missed an opportunity to go to school, and I feel like I have no future, this money will help me to reshape my future
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am happy in the afternoon because it's the time i usually Interact with people here in my community.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I lacked proper Shelter my house leaks during the rainy season because it's thatched with grass , the money will help me to buy iron sheets,I will also use the money to start a business that will be helping me with daily basic needs
