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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
47900 KES ($464 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent the whole of my third transfer on construction of a new house. When my spouse passed on, I was left in a very poorly constructed house that everyone sympathized with. I was seriously being rained on which subjected me into seeking for accommodation at the neighborhood. I was so privileged to own a very beautiful house, courtesy of Give Directly.
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
50000 KES ($482 USD)
access_time over 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
When I received my second transfer, I prioritized the construction of a new house which consumed around 45000 KES because I had a very small and old house with a leaking roof. The balance was spent on buying dry maize foe my family's food.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now have a new descent house for my family and I am really grateful for that.
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 used a portion of the transfer to buy my two children in primary school uniforms. I purchased grains for family consumption. Settled some dept worth 4,000 KES. I also bought other household items with the remaining amount.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
The moment I received the transfer, I praised my God for helping me and told my self that I can now afford those things I'm missing in my house.
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access_time over 7 years ago
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship that I have faced in life is when my business closed down. I used to run a hotel in the neighbourhood but when it closed down due to robbery life became hard because that was the only source of income to my family.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is in the evening when I manage to get profit out of my small business. I feel happy because am able to buy dinner for my family.
What does receiving this money mean to you?
Receiving this money was an exciting news to me and my family. As a widow, I have always yearned to get aid and other support provided by the Government but I haven't been fortunate due to corruption. I thank Give directly and I hope that the transfer will help me improve the livelihood of my household.
