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?
I was so excited and very grateful for the program..The money meant a lot to me and my children.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
The biggest difference is that we now have enough food for the entire household as well as better beddings and clothes
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
She spent the cash on purchasing 27 iron sheets which she will use to improve her roof...She then bought kitchen utensils such pots and plates..
Some of the money was used to purchase clothes,matress and blankets for her household and 6 bags of maize.
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What does receiving this money mean to you?
I am the happiest I have ever been in my life. I will buy Mattress build a house and buy a blanket so my children and I can use.
What is the happiest part of your day?
I am the happiest when I have food and money in my home so that I feed my children and i
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
I struggle to find food and a descent place for me to sleep
