"The officers took their time to explain every detail about the program. Their patience and clarity built our trust, and it felt reassuring to know that we had someone to turn to if we had any questions or concerns. The transparency of the program made a huge difference, as it allowed us to see exactly how things were supposed to work and gave us confidence in the entire process. Receiving the money directly into our phones was another aspect that stood out. It was empowering to have control over the money and decide how to best use them for our families. This approach ensured that the money went directly to where it was needed most, without any intermediaries or delays. From my experience, there is nothing I would change about the program. The combination of thorough education and direct financial support has been incredibly effective, and I am grateful for the positive impact it has had on our village."

"I am grateful for this financial support. As a small-scale farmer with an unreliable income from my spouse, it has been challenging to meet our children's basic needs. Before GiveDirectly, it was particularly tough for us to provide for them. However, these transfers have brought us financial relief, making it easier to support our children. Thanks to this assistance, I have been able to build a better house for my family. With this accomplishment achieved, my plan for the coming year and beyond is to invest in livestock farming to generate income. This investment will help me cover school fees for my children more easily, ensuring they remain in school."

"My primary objective is to concentrate on goat rearing. Using the previous cash transfers, I have started building my goat herd, which has already proven to be invaluable, especially during emergencies. For instance, when my son was injured, I sold some of the goats to cover his medical expenses quickly. This experience has strengthened my commitment to livestock rearing, as it offers a reliable source of funds in times of need. I am also dedicated to ensuring that my children stay in school and that we have enough food. Currently, I have managed to purchase ten goats hence I want to make sure that I take good care of them."

"This year, my goal is to expand my goat herd, as goats have shown great potential in my village. I plan to achieve this by saving diligently from my upcoming transfers to build up a substantial number of goats that I can later sell for profit. I am deeply grateful for the financial assistance I have received, which has allowed me to support my family. With continued support from these transfers and by joining a savings group to help purchase the goats and partially cover school fees, I am optimistic about reaching my goals and securing a stable financial future."

"My house was destroyed by strong winds, leaving me without shelter. In response, I built a makeshift house where I have been staying while I gather resources to construct a new one. I am pleased that I managed to buy building materials, and I am currently in the process of building a new home for myself. I plan to continue using my transfers from GiveDirectly to complete this house so that I can have a comfortable place to sleep, and I am grateful for this support. Once the house is finished, I intend to use my future transfers to buy goats, hoping they will multiply and increase in number and value. This way, I can sell them later and invest the money in a project that suits me, providing a reliable source of income even after this financial aid comes to an end. I am truly thankful for the assistance I receive from GiveDirectly."

"On that day, I went to Emining High School to attend an event for my younger brother. The day was packed with activities and I was so busy that I didn't have a chance to check my phone, which I kept in my pocket the whole time. When I returned home in the evening, I noticed the lively and joyful atmosphere in our trading center. I was told that people had received their GiveDirectly transfers, so I quickly checked my inbox on my phone. I was thrilled to see that I had received mine too. Thank you, GiveDirectly!"

"It was a Sunday afternoon, and we had extended our usual service, which ends at 1:00 pm, for praise and worship. As part of the praise team, I stayed behind for practice. During the session, I heard my phone beep, but I resisted the urge to check it as it wasn't appropriate at the moment. Once we finished practice and returned to our seats, I finally looked at my phone. I was overjoyed to see a Mpesa notification indicating I had received $200 from GiveDirectly. I remained calm throughout the rest of the day, but when I got home, I shared the exciting news with my children. I also called my spouse, who was away, to inform him of the good news. He was equally thrilled. When he returned, we sat down together to plan how to use the money wisely."

"In the coming year and beyond, I am committed to further investing in poultry farming, having seen the significant returns it can provide for my financial stability. I also plan to diversify my investments by acquiring livestock such as goats, which I view as a strategic investment for the future. Owning goats will offer future financial security, helping to alleviate any financial stress that may arise. I am deeply grateful for the support from GiveDirectly, which has greatly improved my life and provided me with opportunities to pursue sustainable income-generating ventures."

"I have two children in secondary school whose education is my greatest priority. To secure their future, I plan to keep using a portion of the transfers that I receive from GiveDirectly to support my chicken business project to ensure that I can maximize the profits that I get from them and use them to fund their education. Ever since I started getting some money from the sale of these chicken, my children have never been sent back home for school fees, and I am grateful for this. Additionally, I was able to buy two cows with my previous transfers, and these cows have since had young ones, which I milk every day, selling the milk to help sustain my family's daily needs. I am incredibly grateful for the progress I've made in my life with the help of these transfers from GiveDirectly. This support has given me hope that my children will complete their education and pursue further studies to improve their lives in the future."

"I live with my two children and three grandchildren, and they all look up to me as their guardian. My plan is to use a portion of my transfers to support their well-being, ensuring they are well fed and that their school fees are paid. Additionally, the roof of my house is worn out, has many holes, and is leaking on one side. I plan to save a portion of my transfers, and once I have a substantial amount, I will buy roofing materials to repair my house. Once this is accomplished, I intend to use my transfers to buy goats, hoping they will multiply and increase in number and value. In the future, I plan to trade these goats for cows, which I would use to plow my farm since I am too old to till the land by hand. This way, my farm will have the opportunity to produce well, given good weather conditions."