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
264000 MWK ($338 USD)
access_time over 3 years ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I will have a new house after the rainy season is over and my life has changed
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
Give directly always makes sure that recipient are being treated good and are being assisted in time
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I have managed to buy iron sheets and other roofing materials and also kept 100 000 to use when building a house
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
271500 MWK ($351 USD)
access_time almost 4 years ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
It was an exciting moment in my life especially when considering all the financial difficulties I was going through.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
Honestly, the transfer has made a huge difference in my life. I have food, good clothes and my family is happy for it. We do not lack food and other basic needs as we used to before we received this money.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
Iron sheets, fertilizer, mattress, maize, blanket
Enrolled
access_time almost 4 years ago
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Iam very happy
What is the happiest part of your day?
All day
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
