"My primary emphasis this year centers around prioritizing education, with the primary goal of ensuring my children receive the utmost quality in their academic pursuits. Achieving this objective necessitates financial support to fund their educational needs. Simultaneously, another priority is addressing the structural issues in my dwelling. Currently, my house has a grass-thatched roof that is severely leaking. To rectify this, I intend to invest in iron sheets to replace the existing grass-thatched roof, thereby ensuring a secure and habitable living space. The financial support received through transfers has played a pivotal role in enabling me to pursue these goals, and I am genuinely grateful for the assistance provided."

"My plans are set on maximizing the use of the cash transfers I am receiving from Givedirectly by enlarging my goat rearing business. I will have a form of savings, nurturing them so that when the need for cash arises, I can sell them and always secure financial stability for my family. I'm excited about the potential this investment holds for the future, thanks to Givedirectly."

"The first on my list is to break free from the crowded conditions at my father's place and build my own house. With eight of us in the current living situation, the space is insufficient, and constructing my own space will offer more than just shelter—it will provide a sense of independence and personal space. Additionally, I aspire to open an electronic shop in a carefully chosen area. This business venture holds the promise of not only achieving financial stability but also giving me the opportunity to contribute to the community by providing valuable services. GiveDirectly has become the beacon of hope, lighting up my path towards a brighter and more promising future."

"My primary goal is to finally own a motorbike and establish my own business, a step towards securing a stable income to support my family. Beyond personal gains, I dream of opening a shop for my wife in our village, as there are less shops to meet the needs of the villagers.The gratitude we feel for the support provided is immeasurable hence we are forever grateful."

"My currrent plan is to construct a new house for my family. The rainy season wreaked havoc on our current dwelling, necessitating repairs that could only address a part of the damage. With the cash transfers we're receiving, I hope to provide my family with a secure and comfortable home. Additionally, I'm eager to start a new business venture by opening a hotel, strategically catering to the nearby school community. Recognizing that the school regularly purchases items as students leave, I see this as a promising opportunity to generate income and contribute to our financial stability. We are all grateful for the Givedirectly transfers."

"I am grateful for the support I have received from GiveDirectly. Thanks to their help, I was able to start a poultry project, which has become a valuable source of sustenance for my household. Whenever I face a financial challenge, I can sell some of the poultry to address it, especially when it comes to paying for my children's school fees. However, I believe that relying on this project alone is not enough, so I am planning to open a small kiosk in our trading centre. By stocking it with different products, I hope to generate additional income for my family of ten. This way, I can diversify my sources of income and provide adequately for my children, including paying fees on time."

"By the time the cash transfers conclude, I aim to have a better house and start a livestock venture, particularly with goats. Our current dwelling is deteriorating, and I wish to replace it with a more stable two-room structure made of tin roofing and mud walls. Accumulating wealth through livestock is part of my strategy, ensuring that I have a financial cushion for urgent needs. Most importantly I want to join driving school. I believe that enrolling in driving school is crucial for securing a stable job, and I plan to save at least $5 each month to cover the associated fees. This investment in skills will open doors to more opportunities and greater financial stability that is difficult to currently achieve with my casual jobs in house construction."

"I am physical handicapped which prevents me from engaging in regular work. As a result, I depend solely on financial transfers for my own well-being and that of my grandchildren. My goal is to achieve financial independence by establishing a reliable source of income. To that end, I am in the initial stages of launching a poultry project, which I believe I can manage effectively. The success of this project would provide me with an opportunity to meet my financial requirements, including the regular medical expenses and educational fees for my two granddaughters. Their dependency on me is heightened as their mother grapples with mental illness, making this initiative crucial for our well-being as a family."

"Two significant goals occupy my thoughts currently: initiating livestock ownership and contributing to the construction of a new house for my family. Given the absence of a reliable income source other than cash transfers, I plan to venture into livestock keeping as a means of wealth creation. The vision is to secure a future where, even after the cash transfers end, I can sell the livestock to pay for my four children's school fees. Simultaneously, I aspire to build a new house. Recent heavy rains led to the collapse of our dwelling, compelling us to move in with my mother-in-law. I aim to regain our living space using savings accrued through a self-help group. These accumulated savings will be allocated to obtaining five goats, with additional funds directed toward purchasing iron sheets to prepare for the house construction."

"My goal is to own livestock. I have already purchased two goats from previous cash transfers, and one has given birth, increasing the number to three. This has always been a desire of mine before the introduction of cash aid in my village. There was a time when I owned goats, but I had to sell them all to support my nephew's hospital bills, despite his unfortunate passing months later. The cash transfers now provide me with the opportunity to reestablish a livestock venture, which is crucial in the Giriama community as it serves as the backbone of our livelihood. Livestock generates wealth that can be used for future needs, particularly in raising school fees for my three children."