"I am happy that I have managed to build our dream house. Therefore, in the coming years and beyond, I want to focus on purchasing livestock, specifically goats and cows. Additionally, I want to ensure that my children have access to education and that we have enough food for family consumption. Since we were promised support for five years, I have realized that time is limited. Investing in livestock will help secure my future because I will have goats, and in case of any financial crisis, I can sell them to address the issue. I have four school-going children, and three are still too young for school. As I do not have a reliable source of income, I want to make good use of my transfer to acquire a good number of goats, which I will later sell once they have multiplied to a good number and then obtain a cow. Once I have a cow, it will provide me with milk after giving birth, which will be used for both domestic and commercial purposes. I aspire to live a better life now that I have been receiving financial support from GiveDirectly. I am truly hopeful that my dreams will become a reality, as this would bring me great happiness."

"In the upcoming year and beyond, I have two main projects in mind. Firstly, I plan to invest my funds in purchasing livestock, particularly goats. Additionally, I aim to construct a larger house for myself. Currently, I live in a small, one-roomed house, but my ultimate goal is to own a two-roomed house. To work towards this objective, I have begun purchasing building materials gradually, using a portion of my GiveDirectly income. I am also saving a portion of the transfer in our merry-go-round to help me acquire additional items needed for construction, thereby speeding the process. Once the house is completed, I intend to use my funds to purchase livestock, specifically goats, to ensure future financial security. I am hopeful that these goats will multiply and increase in number, allowing me to embark on another project in the future. This initiative will be advantageous once the GiveDirectly program concludes, as I plan to utilize the goats to support my future endeavors. Ultimately, my goal is to find a life partner and start a family once I am financially stable."

"With seven children in school and no stable source of income, my priority is to work hard in my charcoal burning and selling business to ensure that my children receive a good education and have a better life in the future. Paying their school fees has always been essential for me, and I plan to continue doing so by allocating a portion of the transfers I receive from GiveDirectly. Additionally, I want to secure our future by investing in livestock. To achieve this, I intend to use part of the transfers and start small by buying gradually chicken. My hope is that these chicken will multiply, increasing in number and value, which will allow me to trade them for goats. As the goats also multiply, I plan to trade some of them for female cows, with the intention of having them breed as well and multiply in number. My ultimate goal is to build a substantial herd of livestock of various types that will serve as a valuable asset. This will enable me to support my family and cover my children's education as they transition to higher education levels, especially when this program comes to an end. I am very grateful for the support and opportunities that GiveDirectly has provided us, helping us change our future for the better."

"My main focus in the near future is to save as much as possible for college. I'm currently working for someone, and in addition to the small amount of cash I receive, I also save the funds I receive from GiveDirectly using M-Pesa. I am passionate about enrolling in a plumbing course because it's a marketable field with less competition. Initially, I considered pursuing a course in education, but due to oversaturation, I've changed my mind. Therefore, my primary goal in the coming year and beyond is to enroll in college. I believe that upon completing this course and performing well, I will be able to secure a job and eventually support my family and myself."

"I run a donut selling business to provide for my family's daily needs. However, my current capital is insufficient to generate significant revenue from this business. Nonetheless, I continue to support it as best as I can. On the other hand, my spouse burns and sells charcoal, but it doesn't earn much due to the scarcity of trees for making charcoal. My main focus at the moment is ensuring that my son completes his junior secondary school successfully. I also have four other children whose education I need to support. Thanks to the support from GiveDirectly, I can ensure that their school fees are paid on time while I work hard to provide for our basic needs. I have ten children, some of whom dropped out of school due to lack of school fees, but now I have five in school. I am dedicated to ensuring that those in school receive the best education. This is because I believe that education is the key to securing good jobs and supporting their families in the future, as well as supporting us as parents."

"Initially, I had planned to start college in September this year, but unfortunately, it didn't work out due to lack of funds for admission. However, I am optimistic that I will be able to join in January. My main goal for the coming year and beyond is to pursue Mechanical Engineering in college. I am passionate about this course and draw motivation from my distant brother, who also studied the same course. Currently, I am working on saving money from my monthly transfers from GiveDirectly and the little income I earn from my work. When the time comes for me to join, I will seek support from my parents and siblings as well. I believe that studying Mechanical Engineering will equip me with the skills needed to establish my own mechanic shop. Additionally, this course is marketable as it is not as crowded as education courses. I am confident that my passion and determination for this field will enable me to graduate with a good grade, allowing me to support my family and myself."

"My long-term goal is to enroll in a mechanical engineering course, a dream I have had for a long time. The lack of finances has been a major obstacle in achieving this dream, but I am determined to make it happen. My strategy is to first complete the driving course, which was financed by the transfers, and use the skills I gain to secure better-paying jobs. This will give me the chance to save a substantial amount of money, which will eventually go toward enrolling in a mechanical engineering course. Unlike the casual jobs I currently rely on, which pay very little and leave me with no opportunity to save, driving will give me the financial stability I need to pursue my dreams. I am very appreciative of the financial support from Give Directly, which has been instrumental in helping me take these crucial steps toward achieving my educational goals. Without this support, it would have been very difficult for me to move forward. I am filled with hope and optimism that, with continued dedication and the opportunities provided by the driving course, I will soon be able to enroll in the mechanical engineering program. I am appreciative of the financial support to this far."

"Currently, my family of four members lives in a tiny one-room house. The room is very cramped and not spacious enough to accommodate all of us comfortably. My goal is to build a larger, stone-walled three-room house that will provide ample space for my family members and any future visiting guests. Having a bigger house will enhance our living conditions and give us a sense of pride and security. To achieve this goal, I plan to continue saving $20 every month in my savings group until December next year. By then, I will have accumulated enough money to finance the entire construction of the house. This goal is very important to me as it will not only improve our living standards but also ensure that my family has a secure and comfortable place to call home. I am very optimistic about achieving this dream, thanks to the steady income I am now receiving from my thriving vegetable business. I am deeply grateful for the financial support from the transfers, which has helped stabilize my business and uplift my family's living conditions. With the support, I can now achieve long-term goals that were previously out of reach."

"My primary goal in the coming year and beyond is to repair our house and restore it to a safe and livable condition. Currently, part of the mud walls have developed huge cracks and are caving in, which makes the house insecure for occupation. If these issues are not addressed, the house could eventually collapse. To prevent this from happening, I plan to do some urgent repairs before it deteriorates further. To achieve this goal, I will save a portion of my subsequent transfers until I have accumulated enough money to start the repairs. I am hopeful that once my husband’s health improves and he returns to work, we will be able to save even more from the transfers. This will allow us to allocate a larger portion towards the house repairs, ensuring we complete them quickly and securely. I am very happy and appreciative of the financial support, which has helped me take care of my family and work towards achieving some of my goals despite undergoing a difficult time financially."

"My main goal in the coming year and beyond is to heavily invest in purchasing livestock. I plan to focus on buying goats because they are affordable and relatively easy to rear. As these goats multiply, I’ll have the opportunity to sell some and generate income. In the event of an emergency, the goats will act as a safety net, allowing me to quickly raise money and attend to any pressing needs. To achieve my goal, I plan to save a portion of my transfers in the coming months. Once I have accumulated enough money, I will start purchasing the goats and gradually build up my herd. This will provide a sustainable source of income and help secure my family’s future. I am very happy and appreciative of the financial support from Give Directly. The transfers have empowered me to meet my family’s needs and enabled me to pursue my long-term goals of financial stability and growth."