"I faced significant challenges in covering the educational expenses of my five children until I joined this program. Initially, I had six children, and I am immensely relieved that, thanks to the program's support, one of them successfully completed high school. Now, I have five children remaining, and my primary goal is to ensure their academic success. Without a job or any source of income to rely on, I heavily depend on the assistance provided through this program. My main objective is to consistently pay their school fees, thereby preventing any disruptions in their education. I firmly believe that by the end of this program, my children will have made significant progress in their educational journey."

"The memory of the moment I received my transfer remains vivid in my mind. It was 3 pm, and I was at home, unwinding after a long day of work on the farm. Suddenly, I heard my phone ring, and upon checking, I realized that GiveDirectly had sent the promised transfer. Words alone cannot convey the immense joy I felt at that moment. I knew that I would now be able to address the pressing issue of paying my children's school fees, which had been a constant worry. Due to our limited income, it had seemed nearly impossible to cover them all at once. I immediately shared this wonderful news with my husband, who was equally overjoyed and grateful."

"My daily life has undergone a remarkable transformation as I have successfully achieved my goals in a short period. Thanks to the transfer I received, I could pay my children's school fees and ensure our home was well-stocked with food. These tasks had felt insurmountable due to my financial constraints. It truly feels like a dream come true, and the prospect of clearing our school fee arrears fills me with joy and contentment. I am profoundly grateful for the support that has improved our quality of life."

"My husband and I depend on farming to sustain our family, which includes four children. Managing the financial responsibilities of school fees has been a significant challenge for us, given that all of our children are currently enrolled in school. As soon as we received our transfer, my husband and I made a conscious decision to allocate the funds toward clearing the outstanding school fees for our children, both in high school and college. We dedicated $150 of the transfer for this purpose. The remaining amount was used to purchase essential food items like sugar, cooking oil, and other necessities. Previously, this was a daunting task due to our limited income from farming, which couldn't cover the substantial school fees. We are deeply grateful for the support that has had a profound impact on our lives."

"I am currently employed in a local hair salon within the village as a hairdresser, but my dream is to own a Salon of my own in town where there are more customers and service charges are also much better compared to the village. Working here is good as it helps me sharpen my skills, learn new trends, gain more experience and above all earn a living to support my family, but having to surrender 30% of my earnings to my employer does not please me. For this reason, I would like to open my own salon by early 2024. This will boost my income and also give me an opportunity to employ others. Having been saving for a number of years, I will be able to access a loan from the bank soon which will help me set up this business in town. This business will guarantee me a full-time job, better earnings which means a better life for my family. Once I clear the loan with the help of the transfers and the earnings from the business, I will apply for more so that I can purchase a piece of land and construct a house for my family as I am a single mother and has no one to rely on."

"I vividly recall the moment I received my transfer from GiveDirectly, at approximately 4:00 P.M. The feeling of pure joy it brought me was indescribable. At that time, I was alone at home while my husband was working on the farm. When I informed him of the news, he too felt elated and appreciative. We were both aware that this support would allow us to fulfill the few plans we had made for our future. The wave of happiness and hope that this assistance brought into our lives was immeasurable, and we are genuinely grateful for the positive change it promised.nd we are genuinely grateful for the positive change it promised."

"Receiving the first transfer from GiveDirectly was an incredibly exciting and heartwarming moment for me. I felt an overwhelming sense of relief and gratitude, and with my family, we thanked God for the positive change that was coming into our lives. At the time, I was away from home, and when I returned that evening, my children were the most excited about the news because I had promised them some treats. I could not collect the money on the same day, but later that week, I made a visit to the nearby shopping center to collect it. This support has brought hope and happiness into our lives, and we are truly thankful for the great strided we are taking in implementing the goats we had."

"After collecting the money from the nearby shopping center with my spouse, we decided to invest in reviving a motorcycle taxi business by refurbishing my old motorcycle. We spent $100 on buying spare parts and paying for labor, and I am delighted that, despite the challenging economic conditions, I can now earn at least $3 a day. The motorcycle's breakdown had forced me to rely on hard-to-find and low-paying casual labor, which required long hours of work. We also used a portion of the funds, $70, to purchase household goods, including foodstuff and clothes for our two children. With the remaining $30, we acquired plastic seats for our home, which has made our living space much more comfortable. We had constructed a new house previously but lacked sufficient seating, so this opportunity allowed us to provide comfort for ourselves and our visitors. This support has not only improved our financial situation, but has also enhanced our quality of life."

"I was filled with gratitude and overwhelming happiness when I received the message confirming the receipt of my first transfer from GiveDirectly on my phone. At that moment, I was doing casual work on a tomato farm, and my phone was tucked away in my jacket in the shade. When I heard an alert, I could not contain my excitement and immediately checked the message, thinking it might be money from a friend I was expecting. To my surprise, it was wonderful news from GiveDirectly. I could not share the news with anyone on the farm. However, I could not wait to inform my children the following morning, and I proceeded to withdraw part of the money while I transferred the remaining directly from my account to the sellers when making payments."

"Given my lack of a stable income source to guarantee the consistent payment of my four children's school fees, these transfers are my sole lifeline at the moment. To prevent them from frequently being sent home due to fee arrears, I am determined to allocate my transfers towards their education. My primary objective is to ensure they attain their educational aspirations, thus illuminating their future prospects. In addition to covering tuition fees, I also intend to invest in acquiring livestock, including chickens and goats, to rear and propagate. I recognize that by possessing goats and chickens, I can secure the future of my children's education even when the organization's support eventually diminishes. These assets can serve as a fallback plan, allowing me to sell them if a financial need arises, such as funding my children's education."