"GiveDirectly excels in providing unconditional cash transfers, which allows recipients like me to use the money according to our most pressing needs. Unlike other forms of aid, such as food supplies, this approach acknowledges that everyone's needs are different and empowers us to make the best decisions for ourselves and our families. However, one area where improvement could be made is in providing additional resources or support services to help recipients maximize the impact of the cash transfers. This could include financial literacy training, access to business mentorship, or connections to local resources that can help us build a sustainable future beyond the initial assistance. By combining the flexibility of cash transfers with targeted support, GiveDirectly can further empower recipients to achieve long-term stability and success."

"I intend to allocate my upcoming transfers towards purchasing building poles. My aim is to complete the construction of the house before the onset of the April rains this year. Constructing this house will not only accomplish one of my personal goals but will also provide a spacious dwelling for my family members during their visits. I am deeply grateful for the financial assistance I've received thus far, which has significantly enhanced the quality of my life."

"In the upcoming year, my focus lies in bolstering my savings within the group. The funds accrued by year-end will significantly contribute to my endeavor of constructing an additional spacious room. This extension will comfortably accommodate not only my two grandchildren but also my daughter and myself, ensuring privacy and harmony within our familial living space. I am immensely grateful for the financial assistance provided and for the newfound discipline in saving that I've cultivated."

"My goal for the upcoming year is to undergo proper medical treatment for my hernia, a condition I have endured for many years, limiting my ability to engage in strenuous activities like farming. I am scheduled to have the surgery in May, and I'm hopeful that the funds accumulated through the transfers will cover the expenses. I hope that the surgery will restore my health, allowing me to resume my regular routines with joy. I deeply appreciate the support provided by this project and I cannot express enough gratitude for the kindness shown to me."

"Looking ahead, my goal for this year is to establish my own shop. Currently operating from home, I aspire to have a separate space for my business. With savings and upcoming transfers, I aim to achieve this goal. A dedicated space will enhance my business, allowing me to expand my stock and increase profits. These profits will contribute to saving for my children's education. I am deeply thankful for the support provided by this organization,it has been a big blessing for my family and I am excited about the positive changes ahead."

"My aspiration is to expand my small business further. Although my current stock sells steadily, I aim to diversify by adding items such as sugar, oil, and salt to increase profitability. With the upcoming transfers, I plan to invest in this expansion. A thriving business brings me peace of mind, knowing I can better provide for my family. The assistance received from GiveDirectly has been life-changing, opening up opportunities for growth and stability, for which I am sincerely thankful."

"Housing is the current challenge I am facing in life. I live in a small one room house with a grass roof. The grass is fully of termites and they fall on the bed making me have sleepless nights. It also leaks during rain season. I do not feel comfortable living in such a house."

"Housing is the current challenge I am facing in life. I live in a one room house which has a grass roof and it leaks during rain season. It has a muddy wall which is not standard and it can collapse anytime. This has made me life in this house in fear."

"Land ownership is the challenge I am currently facing in life. I do irrigation along the Galana river for agribusiness. I do work on a leased land paying $60 per year. This has been a challenge for me because the inputs cost is very high and hinder me from get a good profit from the sale of my farm outputs. Due to lack of land I can not do irrigation on a large scale."

"My main goal is to acquire two bulls to enhance our farming operations. Currently, we are utilizing four acres of our family land and the cost of preparing it is high because we have to hire a tractor at $10 per acre. This expense has limited our farming capacity prompting the need to purchase the bulls that will allow us to till a larger portion of our land that is currently unused. Each mid-sized bull costs around $200, so I need $400 for two. From the sales of some chickens from my poultry project last month, I managed to raise enough money for one bull, which I plan to purchase next month. Then, I intend to use the payout from my savings group to buy the second bull. In addition to enhancing our farming endeavors, these bulls will serve as an additional income stream for my family as we intend to offer ploughing services to fellow villagers at a slightly lower fee compared to tractor services. This initiative not only benefits our farming activities but also provides a valuable service to the community, contributing to agricultural sustainability and economic empowerment."