"My primary objective for this year and beyond is to continue prioritizing my well-being. This entails regular visits to the hospital and consistent procurement of medication to stabilize my condition. Thus far, I am immensely grateful for the financial assistance received through these transfers, which have significantly eased the burden of managing my health and allowed me to maintain a fulfilling life alongside my loved ones."

"Moving forward, I intend to invest my forthcoming transfers in acquiring additional livestock. With careful nurturing, this livestock will multiply, potentially resulting in a substantial herd. This, in turn, will offer opportunities to sell some of the animals, generating additional income. The impact of these transfers on improving the quality of my life cannot be overstated, and for that, I am deeply appreciative."

"Looking ahead, my objective in the upcoming months is to procure a new mattress to replace my current one. Persistent discomfort during sleep has resulted in significant bodily discomfort, which I believe a new mattress will alleviate. I am genuinely appreciative of the assistance provided through these transfers, which continue to improve my quality of life."

"Looking ahead, my primary objective in the forthcoming months is to establish a sturdy shelter for our goats. Currently exposed to the elements, they face risks of predation and theft during the night. Establishing a secure structure will provide them with protection and ensure their safety. I remain deeply appreciative of the support provided by Give Directly, which has empowered me to generate wealth through strategic investments in livestock."

"Fortunately, the foundation of a two-roomed house has been laid, marking significant progress. However, the final touches necessitate the acquisition of iron sheets and timber to fortify the structure. With determination, I am committed to saving from subsequent financial transfers to afford these materials. I am profoundly appreciative of the support extended thus far, which has brought me closer to realizing this vital goal."

"I have faced numerous challenges in life, especially in meeting my basic needs such as food and shelter. But GiveDirectly came into my life and brought great relief not only to me but also to my family. Before their assistance, I had never experienced the comfort that comes with living in an iron-roofed house. I always admired the decent shelters of my relatives, but I could not afford even a single iron sheet to build my own house. As a result, I had to live in a grass-thatched house that was unstable, in bad shape, and not spacious enough. With the recent transfers from GiveDirectly, I took a larger portion and bought building poles and iron sheets to build a decent house. This will be my greatest achievement: having a decent iron-roofed house for me and my spouse. It will also be good for our health since we are both old. We have no one to support us, and the thought of building a new house seemed impossible, given my financial status and the struggles I faced with my family. But thanks to GiveDirectly, building a decent iron-roofed house is no longer just a dream. I will no longer suffer the cold bite of the rain or stay in the cold with my family. Additionally, my daughter suffered from goitre, and I spent over $100 on her medication. She underwent surgery, and the growth was successfully removed. She is now slowly regaining her health. Finally, I used the remaining amount to buy food paid fees for my five grandchildren, who are currently at lower levels of education."

"Financial instability is what I consider to be my biggest challenge. This is because, being a housewife means depending on my husband who is a casual laborer within the village. His work involves roofing and since he operates within the community, he finds it rough to get reliable customers on a daily basis. As a family, we have suffered food insecurity, poor housing and limited access to education for my children. What a life to worry about!"

"The feeling of failing to achieve my dreams in the near future is something that makes me stressed. This is because, being a teacher on a contract basis means my salary is very low, usually $120 in a month. This amount can not fully meet my family's needs and I always feel, the low income as my biggest challenge."

"I find life to be so tough at the moment, especially in terms of getting my very basic needs like food and access to clean and safe water. I am aged (75 years ) yet I live alone most of the time when my daughter is away. This makes my life so miserable because I am not energetic enough to go for the water despite being available at a distance of 0.5 kilometers. At times, I also find it rough to prepare food by myself when I fall sick. Hence, I consider this situation of loneliness and water scarcity as my biggest concerns."

"I had planned to start purchasing metal sheets to initiate the construction process for my new house. However, with the expenses of my children's school fees using up most of my transfer, it has been challenging to save enough for the metal sheets. To supplement our income, I wash clothes for others, providing vital support for my family while I await the hatching of our chickens, which I will sell and make a profit. With diligent saving from my work and the potential assistance from GiveDirectly, I am hopeful that I can soon realize my dream of building a new house. Upgrading from our old mud house to one with two spacious bedrooms is a strong desire of mine, and I am determined to make it happen."