"It is disheartening to witness my two children staying at home after completing their secondary education; one graduated last year, and the other in 2022. Despite my desire to enrol them in tertiary education like their peers, financial constraints have posed a significant obstacle. My goal for the upcoming year and beyond is to ensure they're able to pursue further education, even if it means enrolling them in smaller colleges. To raise funds for this, I plan to maximize the productivity of my two-acre farm by planting maize and green grams for sale. The income generated from these crops will be dedicated to financing their education. Witnessing them back in school will be my greatest accomplishment and a source of immense pride."

"With a generous $450 from GiveDirectly, I was able to make significant changes in my family's life. Prioritizing my sons' needs, I allocated $340 to build them a house. As a single father, seeing them happy and having their privacy fills me with joy. Education is crucial to me, so I used $70 to pay their school fees, ensuring they wouldn't be chased away. Addressing immediate hunger, $20 went towards buying food. The remaining $20 was spent on new clothes for my three children, bringing smiles to their faces. This support has truly made a positive impact on our lives, providing stability and happiness."

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"This year, my aim is to achieve self-sufficiency through agribusiness. With my poultry business thriving, I plan to utilize its profits along with upcoming funds to cultivate a significant quantity of maize for sale. This initiative will contribute to stabilizing my family's financial situation, bringing me a sense of relief and peace of mind. I express heartfelt gratitude for the support I've received, which has enabled me to pursue this path towards sustainability."

"My aim is to grow my herd by consistently acquiring more goats. Currently, I own two goats, and I intend to use my transfers to acquire additional ones. Owning goats is beneficial as they can be readily sold to cover fees or handle unexpected expenses. Furthermore, this will generate extra income for my family, contributing to greater stability. Possessing this resource will provide me with reassurance that my family's needs will be met. I am deeply grateful for this program as it has brought positive changes to my life."

"This year, my main objective is to focus on investing in livestock, particularly goats. Goats are low-maintenance and can easily be sold to finance various expenses like school fees, food, and other daily necessities. Moreover, I plan to use them as a financial cushion for unexpected emergencies. I aim to use funds from my upcoming transfers to purchase these goats, providing my family with additional income to address any future needs. I am deeply thankful for the opportunities provided by this program, as they have played a significant role in improving my life."

"My aim for the year is to ensure that my two sons who are still in school receive a good education, as I strongly believe in the importance of education for a prosperous life. However, given the high costs of school fees, I plan to rear goats, which will serve as an additional source of income to help cover their educational expenses. I will also utilize upcoming transfers to accomplish this goal. I am confident that through education, my sons will acquire essential skills that will pave the way for promising job opportunities in the future. I am sincerely grateful to this organization for the invaluable assistance they have provided me, enabling me to educate my children comfortably."

"This year, my focus is on establishing a shop in my village, offering essential items such as sugar, flour, oil, and other necessities. Recognizing the potential profitability of this venture, I am determined to manage it efficiently. To fund this initiative, I plan to utilize both my upcoming transfers and the profits generated from my video shop. This new business venture holds the promise of providing additional income for my family, and I am filled with joy at the prospect of improving our quality of life through this opportunity."