"I first bought land in Bumwalye for agriculture because of heavy rains where I was staying"

"Bought a bull for rearing and a piece of land"

"Hopes to aquire land and build a house, after selling cattle she has bought"

"I was at home. I was very happy I thought about getting a piece of land so I could relocate."

"Give Directly is performing admirably by providing us with substantial financial management knowledge and conducting regular check-ins. This guidance ensures we stay on the right track and fulfill our obligations properly. However, it would be beneficial if the organization could consider extending the duration of the program, particularly for those in more dire circumstances than others."

"Given our experiences with extended droughts and a high cost of living, which led many families, including ours, to go days without food, it was sensible to dedicate a substantial portion of the transfers to securing food, I spent about $140 to buy enough food for a family of four for two months. In addition, I improved my maize and banana farm by purchasing a bag of fertilizer for $35 and harvested napier grass, using $20 for labor costs. I invested $70 in ten chairs for our home to replace the ones that were stolen, and lastly, I used $100 to fence our compound, providing an added level of security."

"Having lived under challenging conditions in a small, old house that was deteriorating, it was only sensible to prioritize providing my family with a safe and comfortable home. To do this, I allocated half of the transfer ($100) to the purchase of building materials. Food, being a crucial aspect of our well-being and functionality, was another priority. Thus, I utilized the other half of the transfer ($100) to secure sufficient food supplies for my family."

"With my second transfer from Give Directly, I allocated the bulk of the funds towards purchasing building materials. This was in line with my plan to start construction work on our house. We spent approximately $19.5 on iron sheets and about 3kgs of nails. Food was another priority, and I used $100 to replenish our depleted household food supplies. Additionally, I paid off $100.5 in school fee arrears and spent $17.5 to enhance my kitchen with a few necessary items."

"Upon receiving my first transfers, the initial step I took was to secure ample food for the household, spending approximately $70. The second priority was to address the home renovations that were urgently needed, as our roof had some holes that required mending. I purchased iron sheets for $73, acquired posts for $15, and hired a professional for $13 to execute the repairs."

"Since receiving transfers from Give Directly, the most profound change in my life has been the increased sense of peace, particularly due to the significant reduction in my sons school fees arrears and the clearance of a personal debt. No longer will I need to avoid my friend out of shame for owing them money, as I have now settled the debt in full."