"Previously, I had only one lactating cow that provided us with enough milk during the peak seasons, and during the dry seasons, we had to spend at least $2 per day on milk for my family of five. We intended to add another good breed to supplement the production of more liters after receiving the transfers from GiveDirectly. I then spent $330 on a lactating cow, which is currently providing us with five liters of milk per day. We are no longer purchasing and have devised a strategy to alternate their breeding and ensure that we have enough milk throughout the year. I also spent $60 on two sacks of maize, which we are still eating. In addition, I purchased new pairs of clothes for my three children, my husband, and myself. In addition, I spent $120 on school fees for my older son, who is in fifth grade. To help pay some of the household bills, I have relied on the sale of surplus milk from my livestock. I am grateful for the help and the addition of another cow, which has ensured the consistent availability of milk for my family and, consequently, income when we have extra liters to sell."

"GiveDirectly rekindled the positive energy in our village by providing us with a free cash transfer at a critical time. We were impoverished and could not afford to start any new projects aside from providing daily food for our families and paying school fees for our children, which was still a struggle. Cash assistance was unique and efficient because everyone knew what they needed to spend it on. The enrollment process was also fair, as the majority of those who were visited were enrolled and received an equal amount credited to their accounts. I saw nothing wrong with the entire process and hope that other people in subsequent villages have the same positive experience with GiveDirectly."

""I was in the bush huntimg for weeks.The moment I got to town, I saw the alert from GD. I was very happy because, I have been wanting to buy a parcel of land in Toe Town. The money on my phone, will be withdrawn early tomorrow. I will hopefully pay for the parcel of land that I engaged. I'm so happy because, with the transfer, I can now pay for my land and will soon have a business center in Toe Town"."

""I have always wanted to have a house in Zwedru. My first child is now in 6 grade, and the school here stops to 6 grade. Hopefully next year, he will graduating to secondary school. We hope to complete our house in Zwedru and move, during the next school year. With that, our kids will have access to better education. I'm so happy that GD came to fulfil our dreams"."

"Lack of a stable source of income has been the main challenge facing my family. When I received this second transfer, I was able to buy food worth Ksh 5,000 for my family as we had nothing in left in the house to eat. The house that we were staying in was so small and had a leaking roof. I managed to spare Ksh 30,000 to build a better one for us. I also got to buy three goats at Ksh 9,000. I also bought mattress and beddings for my family worth Ksh 6,000. We now enjoy a warm and peaceful night courtesy of GiveDirectly generosity."

"One of my biggest dreams is to major in milk production. I plan to realise this dream through the little savings I get from my current dairy farm and also by applying for a loan in the farmer's Sacco that I am a member of. With it, I believe that the future would be bright for my family and I."

"The selection process went on well and was fair to all."

"I intend to furnish my house and also start poultry farming since that is my passion. This will ensure that when I get a family, I will be able to provide for their basic needs with much ease."

"In my own opinion, the project and all the processes went on well."

"GiveDirectly came as a saviour to our village and I would love the other villages and communities to experience the same love that we received from you by giving unconditional transfers. The enrollment process was all good and fair to all."