"My plan for the coming year and beyond is to provide my children with the best education possible. By investing in their education, I am providing them an opportunity to have better lives in the future. With three of them currently in secondary school, the financial burden is quite heavy, but I am determined to see them through. This year, two of them will complete their final exams, which will ease the pressure of school fees and allow me to redirect the transfers toward livestock. I aspire to build a herd of livestock that will be a valuable asset in the future. To achieve this, I plan to invest a portion of the transfers in buying goats. My hope is that they will multiply, increasing in number so that I can sell some of them later. The proceeds from these sales will help me take care of my family and support the education of my younger children, as well as assist my older ones as they transition to college.I am truly grateful for the opportunity that GiveDirectly has provided us, and I remain hopeful that these ambitions will come to fruition."

"As a single person, I am focused on securing my future, knowing that I will settle down eventually. To achieve this, I aim to build a large herd of diverse livestock that will be a good asset in the future. To achieve this, I have been using a portion of my previous transfers that I have been receiving from GiveDirectly to buy goats, and I plan to continue allocating a portion of my future transfers for this purpose. My hope is that these goats will multiply, increasing both their numbers and their value so that in the future I may be able to trade some of them for female cows. I believe that these cows will also reproduce increasing in number and value and also provide milk for my family. My long-term plan is to sell some of the cows and goats to buy a piece of land and build a house for myself and my future family. I want to have my own place, something I can proudly call my own, rather than living in my family's home. I am optimistic that these dreams will come to fruition, all thanks to GiveDirectly."

"Upon receiving the cash transfers from GiveDirectly, I decided to make some important purchases. Firstly, I bought two goats for $100. I chose goats because they reproduce and mature quickly, which means I will have more of them in a short period. This will provide me with a valuable asset to rely on in the future. Additionally, I purchased two mattresses for $80 and a bed for $60 for my children and myself. Previously, we used to sleep on the hard floor, which caused a lot of discomfort and even physical pain. Now, we can enjoy a good night's sleep and the comfort we've been missing for years. Furthermore, I spent $151 on building materials to construct a kitchen. Previously, I used to cook in an open area due to the small size of my house. Now, I have a proper space to cook, and my food is no longer exposed to germs or other hazards. With the remaining $141, I bought food for my family of two. This has relieved a significant source of stress for me, as I now have enough food to last us."

"I have a dream right now: I want to expand my tailoring business by purchasing more sewing machines and hiring additional employees. This will not only increase my income but also provide job opportunities for others in my community. I intend to start saving a portion of my current earnings to ensure the success of this goal. Once I achieve this, I plan to invest in purchasing land to build rental properties in the future, which I believe is achievable. All of this will enable me to better provide for my children, as I have been solely responsible for all their needs since I am single."

"Upon receiving the cash transfers, I immediately knew where I wanted to allocate the funds. Having suffered for many years, I used $300 to install tap water in my compound. This had been a long-standing desire of mine, but I couldn't afford it until now. Previously, I had to make long trips to fetch water due to the lack of funds and my health issues. I often had to hire someone to fetch water for me. The installation of the tap has significantly eased the burden as I no longer need to trek for water. Additionally, I've started selling water to generate income, which helps cover the monthly water bills. I also used part of the funds, $180, to purchase seven iron sheets and poles to renovate my house and make it more spacious. The construction is currently underway, and soon we will enjoy the luxury of living in a spacious house for the first time in our lives. It was quite challenging before. With the remaining $70, I purchased food. As a widow unable to work due to health issues, my farms have not been productive, leading to occasional meal shortages. Buying extra food has alleviated the burden on my daughter, who has been my caregiver."

"As I approach the completion of my secondary school education, my goal in the coming months is to use my transfers to clear any remaining school fee debt. This will ensure that I can sit for my end-of-year exams without the stress of having an outstanding balance. Once the results are out next year, I hope to continue my education and move closer to achieving my goal of becoming an engineer. I plan to use my subsequent transfers to pay the rest of my school fees, which will give me peace of mind and help me focus on my studies. I am very grateful for the financial support, as it has helped me pursue my dreams and continue striving toward my goals."

"I am so happy that I no longer have to take on casual work to support my family. This is such a big relief compared to before when I had to burn charcoal and do other hard jobs just to earn extra money. The support I have received has made a huge difference in my life, allowing me to focus more on my family and less on exhausting work. I am truly grateful for this help, which has significantly improved our lives. It feels wonderful to have some stability and not constantly worry about making ends meet."

"GiveDirectly had the best approach to helping us improve our lives. The cash was unconditional, and no one was told what to do with it. Instead, we were given the freedom to choose what was best for our household. This stood out to me because we all have different needs, and it was empowering for them to let us make the decisions. Thanks to this, I now have a toilet, was able to put in a concrete floor in my house, and even have goats. I don’t think there’s anything this organization needs to change, and I hope they continue the great work."

"I am a widow with six children, and I rely on farming and doing casual jobs to support my family. When I received my most recent transfer, I decided to prioritize paying the school fees for my son, who is in secondary school. He is in form four, and his education is very important, so I used $300 to make sure his fees were fully covered. After that, I spent $150 on 10 iron sheets, as I plan to build a new house. Our current home was destroyed by floods, so rebuilding is a priority for us. This support has truly uplifted our lives. I am overjoyed to finally pay my son's fees without any struggle and start preparing for a new house. I am so grateful for this help, which has made such a difference for my family."

"Since I started receiving support from GiveDirectly, the biggest change in my life has been the relief from constantly taking on exhausting odd jobs to make ends meet. Before, I struggled to cover my bills and my children’s school fees, always worrying about how to make it work. Now, with the help from GiveDirectly, I don’t have to push myself so hard. The money has allowed me to focus on my family and other important things, knowing my bills are paid, and my children’s education is taken care of. I am truly grateful for this support, which has brought so much peace into my life."