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
48200 KES ($468 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent on irons sheets, windows and and paid construction fees for building my house. Having a safe and comfortable house is has always been my dream.
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
The biggest difference in my life is having a home which I could have not built on my own however much I work hard to make ends meet.Thanks to GiveDirectly for giving me a new meaning of life.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
GiveDirectly has done well in giving us uncondition cash to spend on our own without restrictions. They are also very reliable and transparent with their project unlike other NGOs. They should continue to to support other poor households who were left out.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($481 USD)
access_time almost 8 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on paying an attorney's fee to help me in seeking custody of my children after separating from my ex-husband.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is having the ability to pay the attorney's fee in seeking custody of my children through the transfer.
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
10000 KES ($98 USD)
access_time 8 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer to buy household items that cost me 3000 KES. I bought one sack of corn at 3000 KES for my family consumption and another 3000 KES to purchase charcoal that i sell on retail. I am able to sustain my family now form the business.
What are you planning to spend your upcoming transfer on?
If i get the upcoming transfer i am planning to build a bigger house that can accommodate my growing family. I will also expand my business.
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access_time 8 years ago
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I plan to boost my charcoal business.I will also buy building materials and build a bigger house since my current house is too small for my bigger family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is that I have always worked hard in my business and ensured that my family do not miss meals.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
My biggest hardship is that I have very low income to sustain my family well since we buy everything starting from food,fuel and even water.
What is the happiest part of your day?
My happiest part of the day is in the evening when I am selling charcoal in the market.
