"Lack of reliable source of income is the challenge I am currently facing. I am a house wife with no income generating job and my husband does security job at Mombasa earning approximately $70 per month which caters for school fees and food. The family lives in a one room house which is not spacious. Lack of reliable source of income has made me not be able to build a spacious house to accommodate the family. Some of my children seek shelter from neighbors during night time."

"I quickly had to pay for a plot in the nearby trading centre because this was my dream always"

"Before the transfer, my dream house was merely a half-built structure, but with the money, I finally saw a glimmer of hope. I immediately invested $450 in purchasing 15 pieces of versatile iron sheets to complete the roofing. I chose this type of iron sheet because I have desired to live in my dream house while in the village. Every time I looked at it, I felt a surge of optimism, knowing that one day, it would be a place where my family and I would create beautiful memories. Education has always been a priority for me, and I wanted to ensure that my seven primary school children had the opportunity to learn and grow. With gratitude in my heart, I used $50 off the cash transfer to pay their school fees. Seeing them off to school each morning fills me with pride and joy, knowing that they were on the path to a brighter future. Finally, I allocated the remaining $47 to buy food for my family. With a roof over our heads, education for our children, and food on the table, I know that the future held promise and prosperity for my family."

"When I received the cash transfer from GiveDirectly, it was like a lifeline for my family. The first thing I did was rush to the schools to pay off the outstanding fees of $280 for three of my children. My heart swelled with pride as I saw them rejoining their classmates, knowing that they wouldn't miss out on their education anymore. The relief and gratitude in their eyes were worth more than any amount of money. I also bought a new mattress for myself and my husband. Our old one had seen better days, and it was uncomfortable to sleep on. With my husband's health declining, I realized that I had to step up and provide for the family. So, I decided to invest in a fishmongering business. The money from GiveDirectly became the foundation of my new venture. I purchased fresh fish at the market and sold them in our village. With careful planning and a sense of responsibility, I save a portion of the earnings to cover our family's daily expenses and ensure that we always had some food on the table. I will forever be grateful for the opportunity GiveDirectly gave us to build a better life."

"Before receiving the transfer, my life was full of frustrations. I had no defined source of income other than making and selling charcoal, which was unreliable. I had two children to take care of as far as education is concerned. They needed school fees, food, and clothing. Life was not easy for me. I am now happy because after I received the first transfer, I was able to fix the majority of the hurdles I was passing through. Currently, I am starting a poultry farming business which will be a source of income. The cash transfer from GiveDirectly enabled me to invest in this venture, which will generate some income to provide for my family. I am optimistic that I will no longer have to worry about my children's education or where the next meal will come from. Moreover, with a steady income, I can even dream of expanding my business further, lifting my family out of poverty's suffocating grasp."

"The joy of receiving a huge amount of money at once makes me remember every vivid detail. It was 1519 hours when I received a message on my phone, and upon checking, it was the promised transfer of $550 that had been deposited into my account by GiveDirectly. My heart leaped with excitement and gratitude. It was a moment of immense relief and hope, knowing that I would finally be able to renovate the rusty roof of my house, which had been leaking during the rainy season for far too long. The weight of the financial burden that had been pressing down on my shoulders seemed to lift, and I felt a newfound sense of security. This unexpected act of kindness from GiveDirectly filled my heart with immense gratitude and renewed faith in the goodness of humanity. I whispered a heartfelt thank you to the universe, for this generous gift that would forever change my life."

"As I lay in bed, seeking refuge from the scorching sun, a message notification suddenly lit up my phone screen around 3 pm. With curiosity and hope, I unlocked my phone to find a message that would forever change my life. It was the first transfer from GiveDirectly, a blessing that I had been eagerly awaiting. As I read the message, a surge of emotions overwhelmed me. Finally, my fervent prayers had been answered, and my heart swelled with happiness knowing that this financial support would enable me to fulfill my deepest dream of sending my beloved son to college. The weight of worry lifted from my shoulders, and I knew that this act of kindness would not only transform my son's life but ours as well. With renewed hope, I embraced this new beginning, grateful for the generosity that had touched our lives in the most meaningful way possible."

"I am a mother of five primary school children. A week before receiving the money, my children were sent back home due to accumulated fee arrears. Upon getting the second transfer, I immediately felt a sense of relief as I could finally take action. I rushed to the school and settled the $100 fee arrears, and my heart swelled with joy seeing my children happily back in their classrooms, eager to learn once again. With an additional $50, I bought them brand new pairs of school uniforms, replacing their worn-out ones, and their smiles were priceless as they proudly donned their new attire. With the remaining amount, I invested in a second-hand motorbike for $200. It was a gamble, but I saw an opportunity for income generation. The motorbike would serve as a means to ferry people and their belongings from one place to another, and I knew this could be a sustainable source of income for my family. Finally, with the weight of the financial burden lifted off my shoulders, I used a small portion of the cash transfer to buy some food for my family. This simple act brought immense joy to all of us. It meant I could take a break from the tiring charcoal-burning business, which I used to do to provide for my family's needs."

"Through its unwavering commitment to alleviating poverty, GiveDirectly granted me the means to transform my life. With heartfelt gratitude, I can proudly say that my dream of completing the roofing of my house became a reality because of its support. The impact of GiveDirectly goes beyond words, and I believe it has the power to uplift countless others in similar circumstances. As they expand their reach to other regions, I recommend that the villagers there too be made aware of the immense benefits this organization brings."

"When I received the cash transfer from GiveDirectly, I knew exactly how I wanted to utilize it to improve my family's living conditions. With $370, I purchased the much-needed iron sheets to complete the roofing of our humble house. It was a dream come true to have a nice roof over our heads, and to ensure its proper installation, I set aside $45 to pay the skilled roof contractor. Now, I find comfort in knowing that my family and I have a safe and secure place to sleep, protected from the leaking rainfall, and able to rest peacefully. As a peasant farmer, I understood the importance of investing in our agricultural endeavors. So, I allocated $20 to buy some much-needed fertilizer. Thanks to this small but significant investment, our crops flourished, and we witnessed a good harvest. The joy and pride of seeing our hard work pay off and having food on the table is immeasurable. With the remaining amount, I took care of my family's daily needs, ensuring we had enough to eat, access to education, and a sense of stability that had been absent for far too long."