"What I love most about GiveDirectly's way of operating is their focus on educating recipients on proper spending of the cash they receive. They ensure this by sensitizing it during baraza (community meeting) before enrollment and by following up on every transfer. This approach has positively impacted the community, as people spend wisely, and the effects are clearly visible, such as in the construction of new homes. Your mode of operation is commendable, and I encourage you to continue the same."

"The biggest difference in my life right now is that I have goats in the home and they are about to have kids. This means that once they grow and I have an emergency, I can sell them and settle the emergency that I have without having to borrow money from friends like I used to before. Having these goats gives me a sense of security and independence that I never had before receiving the unconditional cash from GiveDirectly. I will forever be grateful to GiveDirectly for having changed my life."

"Our main challenge in life is food Insecurity. My husband is in the construction industry and as you are aware getting jobs is hard during these rainy seasons no one wants to build a house. So it's a challenge to me and my family. The ability to just put food on the table. The other challenge is just the economy. Inflation is a real deal and the hike of good prices is alarming. So being able to afford commodities in the market given the high cost of living too is also difficult."

"I was working at the Brookside company ,but due to the Corona Pandemic I loosed my job . This resulted to me moving back home. I am now a casual labouror in a matatu stage where I try making ends meet for my wife and kids. The challenge I am facing on a daily basis is the ability to meet their needs on time. The eldest is in Shimo La Tewa secondary school and the biggest challenge is school fees. Being unable complete his school fees areas. Another challenge I am facing is the lack of a stable house for my family. I would wish to build them a good structure for them to live peaceful."

"I am a widow who has only one daughter. The challenges I am facing right now is the burden of life. My daughter has her own family but she has to go above and beyond to take care of me and makes sure my needs are met. I feel like a burden to her since she has her things and life going on but has to bend to my demands. Health wise I am not doing okay too. Let's say it's old age. I constantly need medication and since I have no job I am forced to go back to my daughter for that too."

"This coming year, my main goal is to complete the renovations on my house by building strong pillars to make it firm and able to withstand the strong winds. As I work on this project, I feel a growing sense of security and pride in knowing that I will soon have a safe and sturdy home. Once the house is completed, I plan to venture into goat-keeping. I believe this will be a good investment that will enable me to have a source of income through selling their offering."

"My top priority for this year is to buy a modern bed for myself. I currently use an old traditional bed made of ropes, which is very uncomfortable to sleep on. I plan to use my savings to purchase a new bed, along with beddings and a mattress. Having a comfortable place to sleep will greatly improve my living conditions and provide me with peace of mind. I am genuinely grateful for the achievements I have made so far and look forward to a brighter future."

"In the coming year and beyond, my main goal is to acquire more goats. Increasing my herd will provide a valuable safety net in case of any financial emergencies. I plan to use my savings along with upcoming transfers to achieve this. Having a reliable source of income from my goats will bring me great peace of mind and satisfaction. I am genuinely grateful for the progress I have made, all thanks to the support from GiveDirectly."

"In the upcoming year, my focus is on investing in livestock, particularly goats, given their cost-effectiveness and quick reproduction. My primary aim is to build up a herd of goats, with the intention of eventually selling them to acquire a cow, which I view as a valuable investment. I will utilize my upcoming transfers to accomplish this goal. Owning a cow will provide additional income, especially if it reproduces and I can sell the offspring. The supplementary income will also enable me to meet the educational expenses of my son, who is in junior secondary school. I am deeply grateful to this organization for enhancing my living standards through their financial support."

"My primary goal for this year is to build a poultry shed to house my chickens. I am happy to report that I have accumulated over twenty chickens so far, thanks to the transfers, but I lack a proper space to keep all of them. I plan to use upcoming transfers and my savings to buy materials such as cement, iron sheets, and building poles. This will ensure that my poultry have a safe and secure space to thrive. I am deeply grateful for this assistance, as without it, I would not be where I am today. This support has made a significant difference in my life, and I am excited about the future and the opportunities it will bring."