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Benon's family
Benon
landscapeCountry:
uganda
workOccupation:
Casual labour
faceAge:
58
workCampaign
Eastern Uganda
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3rd Payment
Transfer Amount
1449800 UGX ($402 USD)
access_time almost 7 years ago
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What did you spend your third transfer on?
I spent my third transfer on building a two bedroomed house because I have been sleep in a very old house that was almost falling on me
How is your life different than it would have been if you never received the transfer?
My life is different than it would have been if i never received the transfer in a way that i have built a house. I would have died from the old house if never got the transfer.
In your opinion, what does GiveDirectly do well, and what does it not do well?
In my opinion Give directly does well to check and follow up on the people they give money to direct and encourage them so that they don't go astray. I find it a unique attribute to givedirectly which makes us have confidence in the people who give us money. I have not seen anything give directly has not done well.
 
2nd Payment
Transfer Amount
1519800 UGX ($424 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your second transfer on?
I spent my second transfer on buying a solar panel to help me with charging my GD phone so that i can keep in touch with GD. I also bought chairs, a blanket and a Gomesi for my wife.
Describe the biggest difference in your daily life.
Sleeping comfortably and being able to provide for my family's needs is the biggest difference in my life.
 
Initial Payment
Transfer Amount
405775 UGX ($112 USD)
access_time 7 years ago
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What did you spend your first transfer on?
I spent my first transfer on buying construction materials as I prepare to build a good 2 room house so that I go out of the old house which is about fall.
Describe the moment when you received your money. How did you feel?
When I received my money I felt peace and joy in my heart. I moved happily and proudly because I had also become a human being.
 
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access_time over 7 years ago
 
What are you planning to spend your transfer on?
I am planning to spend the transfer on building myself a house and leave my parents' courtyard with my family.
What is the achievement you are proudest of?
My proudest achievement is educating my children.
What is the biggest hardship you've faced in your life?
The biggest hardship I have faced in my life was the death of my grand father who was supporting and if he had lived, I would be better off.
What is the happiest part of your day?
The happiest part of my day is the afternoon time because this is when I rest from my work and I spend some time at home.