"GiveDirectly kept all their promises that they made to us during the community gathering and enrollment, which was reassuring. From the beginning, I was eager to learn more about the program and was encouraged to hear that the entire village would be supported. Although no one was compelled to participate in the program, the officers communicated the requirements clearly, making it easy for us to understand. We were later given the freedom to use the money as we saw fit. I am appreciative of the assistance we received and believe that other villages would benefit from this program's extension."

"Receiving the transfer from GiveDirectly was a game changer for my farming techniques. Previously, I struggled to acquire certified seeds and fertilizer, making it difficult to grow nutritious crops. However, with the added income, I was able to purchase high-quality seeds and fertilizer, which considerably changed my hopes of getting increased my crop yield. I expect the results to be healthy and bountiful, which will not only feed my family but also produce extra revenue from the surplus. The positive impact of the transfer is obvious, and I am grateful for the support that has made the biggest difference in my farming efforts."

"It was in the morning around 8 am , I was planting corns. When I heard a sound from my phone , I immediately check my phone and found that Givedirectly sent me the money . I was full of joy and I shouted .The first thing that came in my mind is that I was going to be wealthy like other rich people."

"It was in the morning around 8am, I was sitting and I heard a notification message that I have received money from Givedirectly. I thought that I was going to change my life."

"My husband, co-wife, and I live under the same roof. The house is in a dilapidated condition and is almost collapsing. The “Makuti” thatched roof is seriously leaking and has contributed to the destruction of my property whenever it rains. The mud walls have developed huge cracks, jeopardizing the safety of all of us. I plan on purchasing iron sheets, bags of cement, nails, and timber to build a new house. I will be relieved to have a new house where I will feel safe living under it."

"My dream is to spend a sizable sum of money purchasing and raising livestock. The raising of livestock gives an opportunity where I might make a lot of money now that I cannot operate on the fertile farms owing to the severe weather and climatic circumstances. I'll be able to easily take care of my wants if I sell the livestock on the market once they are there in sufficient numbers and for a great profit."

"At the end of this year, I would hope to have completed one important goal. My home is in such bad shape that it's on the verge of collapse. The mud walls have developed large gaps that allow cool nighttime air to enter. The house is tilted to one side due to the flimsy building pillars supporting it. Every time it rains, the grass-thatched roof leaks severely, causing damage to my possessions and keeping me awake at night. Prior to the year's end, I intend to construct a new home."

"I'm planning to begin constructing a new home before the end of this year. My current home is in a terrible state. I am really concerned that my house would collapse as the rainy season approaches, leaving my family homeless. I want to set aside a sizable sum from my upcoming monthly transfers, which I will use to buy necessary building supplies like cement, sheets, and building stones, all of which are important for constructing a sturdy home that will last for a very long time."

"My goal is to purchase additional goats using my monthly payment before the end of the year. This will increase the number of goats that I own, which would be a valuable addition. I am also aiming to acquire dairy cows, which would significantly enhance my source of income through the sale of milk in the village. By doing so, I will be able to achieve financial stability and provide for my family's needs."

"The retrenchment from work at Kenya Port Authority (KPA) in 2021 marked the beginning of challenges in my life. Since I lost my job, my marriage was also at stake. This caused the separation between my wife and me because I could no longer provide for our needs as usual. The separation pushed me to come home to take care of my children since my mother was also sick. It was so stressful taking care of them single-handedly. I decided to look for jobs within our area and fortunate enough, I managed to find one. I am currently a security guard at our nearby health center. The income from this job is usually $80 per month, which is also not consistent. As I speak, I have not received payments for the whole of last year. What a life! This has forced me to engage in other casual jobs like outreaches conducted by the hospital to earn some cash. It has always been so tough to provide for my family's basic needs. This situation has robbed away my joy as a father and hence, the financial crisis stands out as the main challenge."