"Previously, I was determined to build a separate kitchen to protect my family from the smoke and toxins of cooking inside our home. I am thrilled to share that the kitchen is now complete! Looking ahead, my plan is to establish a herd of livestock, including bulls that will assist with plowing my farm. To achieve this, I intend to use a portion of the transfers I receive from GiveDirectly to buy more goats. I hope they will multiply and increase in number, allowing me to trade some of them for cows in the future. This investment will provide me with a reliable source of support for my family and help fund my children's education, especially when this program comes to an end. I am excited about the opportunities that lie ahead!"

"As I had mentioned earlier, my family and I live in a small one-room house, which leaves us lacking the space and privacy we need. I have been working on adding another room, and I am hopeful that with the help of the transfers, I will be able to complete this project soon by using a portion of the funds to buy building materials. Once complete, I will be very happy, as I know that we all will have the privacy that we need. In addition to improving our living situation, I want to secure our future by building a substantial herd of livestock. I plan to use another portion of the transfers to purchase goats and chickens, with the hope that they will multiply and increase in number. This way, when we face financial challenges in the future, I will have the option to sell some of them to meet our needs."

"My current focus is to ensure my daughter completes her secondary education by paying her school fees using a portion of the transfers I will receive from GiveDirectly. I feel a deep sense of responsibility to support her studies without interruptions, allowing her to concentrate fully on her education. Given the ongoing drought and hunger affecting our region, I also plan to use part of these transfers to buy food, ensuring that we remain nourished until the rains return and we can harvest again. Once we have a stable food supply, I intend to redirect the funds towards purchasing more livestock. After my daughter completes her studies and while she awaits her results to join college, I will also use the transfers I was allocating for her school fees to buy goats. I am hopeful that these goats will multiply, increasing in number so that in the future, I can trade them for female cows, which will also breed and grow my herd. My dream is to develop a large and diverse herd of livestock that will serve as a valuable asset for my family. This will not only help me provide for my family but also support my grandchildren's education, especially when this program comes to an end. I am truly excited about the possibilities ahead and grateful for the support that GiveDirectly has provided us, enabling us to change our future for the better."

"I am thrilled because I have finally started building a new house for my family with the help of monthly financial transfers from GiveDirectly. Our current house is old and deteriorating, and the rainy season has made it worse by eroding the mud walls and causing leaks in the roof. This living situation is not suitable for my children, so I am working very hard to ensure that we build a better house as soon as possible. I plan to construct a two-roomed house to comfortably accommodate my family, and according to the quotation, I need to buy 20 sheets of iron. With the help of GiveDirectly transfers, I am optimistic about achieving this dream. I am grateful to GiveDirectly because without them, this would not be possible for me as I am just a peasant farmer and could not afford such a large amount of money. I have already purchased 16 iron sheets. My goal is to complete this project within the year using the transfers, so that I can allocate the remaining funds towards the education of my six school-aged children, ensuring that all of them can attend school without interruptions due to fee balances."

"My aim for the upcoming year and beyond is to establish a large livestock-rearing project, specifically focusing on goat rearing. Currently, I have managed to purchase five goats. I am fond of goats due to their rapid multiplication and their resistance to diseases. Additionally, goats have a ready market, so there's no need to struggle to find buyers in case I want to sell them. Initially, I considered investing in poultry, but an outbreak wiped out almost all the chickens in our village, leading me to give up on poultry farming. Furthermore, my primary goal is to diversify my livestock by adding cows, which would be beneficial for plowing land and eliminate the need to hire services from neighbors. To accomplish this, I plan to allocate a larger portion of my monthly transfers, approximately $30 , to save up for a cow that costs $180 to get started."

"My goal in the coming months is to continue supporting my children’s education. My son in college currently has an outstanding fee balance of $111, which must be cleared before he can sit for his exams. I am working hard to pay off this debt by the end of the year. To achieve this, I plan to allocate my next transfer specifically for his fees, while using the income from my business to cover the school fees for my six younger children. I am incredibly appreciative of the support I’ve received so far, as it has made a meaningful difference in helping me pursue my goal of providing quality education for my children."

"Looking forward, my goal is to continue growing our livestock assets. Currently, I have four goats, all bought with the help of the transfers. I plan to expand the herd further by using both my transfers and savings from the group. As the goats multiply, I’ll have the option to sell some in the future to address any pressing family needs or emergencies. I’m truly happy and grateful for the financial support, which has not only improved our living standards but is also enabling me to work towards building a more secure and stable future for my family."

"In the coming months, my goal is to focus on expanding our livestock. I plan to set aside $10 each month from my transfers to contribute to our savings group. Over time, this money will accumulate, and when it is my turn to receive, I’ll have enough to buy two or three goats. I will repeat this cycle until I have a sizable herd. As the goats multiply, I can sell some of them to earn additional income, which will help me cater to my family’s needs and achieve a more secure future. I am very optimistic and appreciative of the financial support that is making it possible for me to achieve this goal."

"Looking ahead, my primary goal is to continue supporting my children’s education by using a portion of the transfers to keep up with their school fees, ensuring they receive the best possible education without interruptions. I also plan to expand our livestock. I aim to grow a sizeable herd of goats, which will serve as a safety net in case of emergencies. To work towards this, I recently purchased two hens, which have already hatched 21 chicks. Once these chicks mature, I plan to sell them and use the money to buy more goats. This is a simple yet effective plan to help me achieve my goal of building up our livestock. I am deeply thankful for the financial support, which is empowering me to work towards a more secure and promising future for my family."

"I am a single mother of two, working as a cook at a cafeteria to provide for my kids. Since I currently live at my parents' home after separating from my husband, I have been determined to find a place to call my own. So, when I received my first transfer, I used $350 to purchase a plot of land. Although the actual price was $500, I agreed with the owner to pay the remaining $150 in the future. This gave me a sense of security, knowing that I was taking the first step toward building a new life for my children and me. After securing the land, I used $90 to buy two sacks of maize to ensure we had enough food at home. With the remaining $110, I spent $50 on clothes and personal items for my children to keep them comfortable and happy. Finally, I used $60 to purchase building poles because my ultimate goal is to build a house on the plot."