"I was at home with my two children when I received a message confirming the receipt of my first transfer. I could not contain my excitement when I learned that I had just received the money I had been hoping for. Even though my children had no idea what was going on with my celebrations, they kept staring at me as I jumped around the house. Because it was still early, I had to go to a nearby shopping center and collect a portion of the money before using the remainder to settle my debts via mobile money transfer."

"What GiveDirectly does well is uplifting communities who live in poverty. This has enables them transform their lives in various ways with some of them gaining financial independence. Since I did not notice an area that you need to improve on, I will urge you to continue doing the great work that you always do."

"Who knew that receiving GiveDirectly's transfers would change my life to this extent! I am currently a proud mother of one knowing that in the future my child will not struggle to go to school, change new clothes, seek medical attention as well as get enough food. I have desired to be self-reliant in vain, I currently depend on my husband who runs a small shop in Mombasa. He earns $100 monthly, which is too little to support entire family's demands hence need to seek additional source of income. I was so excited to receive my transfers as it led to good relationship in the family. I am grateful for the support because I bought a parcel of land, 1 hectare for $ 1000. I have been paying the land in two installments using my transfers and I am glad to report that I am now the rightful owner of the land. I decided to buy the land because I needed a long-term goal, I wanted a place where I can start a business. My aim is to build rentals in the parcel of land being that it is close to the road as well as build a shop. This will serve as my source of income and as a result, I will be able to generate more income to support other family expenses like food, rent, and medical expenses as well as start to save for my child's school fees. The idea of owning land will be more advantageous in that we won't be paying rent anymore hence more savings. Furthermore, I bought 2 goats for $60 I am optimistic that in the next 4-6 months, they would have multiplied hence more profit."

"Givedirectly is doing well by supporting us financially. Allowing us make our own decision on how to used our transfer with no influence from anyone. GD should prioritize the man to be the primary recipient instead of the woman."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I was able to construct a decent home for my children. I could have built it sooner, but due to financial constraints, I was unable to do so. I am overjoyed that this dream has finally come true. Second, I was able to purchase adequate clothing and food for my children. I will be eternally grateful for the wonderful gift that transformed my life."

"I remember being at home relaxing because school was closed for the long holiday. My phone abruptly began to ring. When I checked to see what it meant, I discovered that I had received money from GiveDirectly. Words alone cannot express the immense joy I felt. I am grateful for the help that has brought so much joy into our lives."

"The major difference is that the organization improved my life. This is due to the fact that I no longer walk long distances in search of water. Due to financial constraints, I was unable to raise the funds for the water connection. As a result, saving the money would have taken a long time. Most importantly, we have safe drinking water for our daily needs. I am grateful for the great achievements that I have attained."

"My friends approached me, beaming brightly. While I was wondering what was amusing them. One of them informed me that she had received funds from GiveDirectly. When I checked my phone, I saw a Mpesa message confirming the same. Words cannot express my immense joy and happiness. I knew it was the start of something wonderful in my life. I will be eternally grateful for the chance to better my life."

"Receiving money from GiveDirectly was a divine blessing. This is because it significantly altered our daily lives, allowing me to realize my dream in a short period, which is a dream come true. Second, we were able to pay our children's school fees comfortably, which was not the case previously. We will be eternally grateful to the organization for their kind gesture."