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2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
4664420 UGX ($1253 USD)
access_time 1 year ago
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How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
I hope to enter my new house in the safe place by next year.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
He believes givedirectly is the best cash giving Ngo ever and their procedures are superb
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I spent most of it on building materials and livestock
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
2339550 UGX ($638 USD)
access_time over 1 year ago
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Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
I was at home then I saw the message and felt so happy.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life since you started receiving payments from GiveDirectly.
I was living in risk but now am preparing to build on my bought land.
What did you spend your most recent transfer(s) on?
I first bought land because of living in risk.
Enrolled
access_time almost 2 years ago
What do you plan to do with the cash transfer?
Receiving money is a special blessing and it feels so good that I will be able to accomplish all I ever wanted, I have plans of securing land in Bubulo in a safe place because when it rains the soil becomes soggy and our houses get too cold with water coming from the soil which affects our health and most nights we are unable to sleep with fear of being flashed away by the waters.
I would also like to buy a cow worthy $1764 so I will be able to get milk from it , I also plan to give my father in law some money $135 so he can use it to take care of himself .
What is the happiest part of your day?
The recipient noted with joy that out his daily hustles as a man he bought a cow that he is sure it will add value in one year and be able to pay bride price for the parents of his wife.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The challenge I am facing is lack of food due to this hot season, which has contributed to food insecurity.
And inadequate funds to buy seeds for planting.
