"The difference is that I have settled debts which has been stressing me. I am also sure of building a house because I have bought materials."

"Other NGOs have many intermediaries before any assistance gets to an individual, this has led to corruption as they ask for bribes, while GD deals directly with an individual and sends the transfers directly to him or her and they can decide how to spend it."

"GD gives money directly while other NGOs goes through people."

"I have a big difference in my daily life. I was living under an old roof which was terribly leaking up to my bed room something that was denying me sufficient sleep. I am currently having sufficient sleep and this has improved my daily energy in executing my errands."

"Having a bigger house that can comfortably contain me and my family with better roofing and walls has been my biggest appreciation from GD. I used to live in a very small house where we had to squeeze things in and it was very uncomfortable."

"My life is now peaceful because GD has supported me to acquire assets i would not afford. I have a house, a kitchen and now farming has become easier. I am thankful to GD."

"GD brings direct impact to the community compared to other NGOs."

"It's hard for one to receive what's meant for him/her in other organizations because of the many middle men, not like GiveDirectly which deals directly with the recipient."

"I now have a new 3 roomed house, a pit latrine and also boosted my business that will help me earn a daily income. I thank GD for making our life easier."

"My life has really change because l now have some where to get daily income because of my business."