"Last we spoke we spoke I had plans to buy animals, now I own those animals. I have bought 5 goats, 3 sheep and 15 chicken. This a big step for me towards that goal. I have sold a number of chicken which has allowed me and my family to eat and educate my child. I would like to do more in this direction. I want to add more animals to allow them to keep reproducing and keep growing in number for me to sell when need arises."

"I moved in the city for search of greener pastures. I was able to secure work as a cook and attendant at a local food Kiosk here. Through this work I have discovered my passion for the food business by seeing how clients enjoy the food and their encouragement for me to open a spot of my own to ensure we meet most of their food requests that we are currently unable to working for my employer. Through my transfers that I have saved in a local savings group I plan to use the $190 that I anticipate I will be receiving in August to start purchase of the necessary things and then start the business. This move will allow me to earn more as I now earn $2 per day and running my own business will allow me to make up to $5 on a bad day and $10 in profit daily. This will give me more muscle to feed my children and educate them."

"My goal from quite some time back was to move from hawking clothes on the street to selling from a shop. I joined a village savings and loans association which has allowed me to save over a period of time and I soon see my dream becoming a reality. In October I will be receiving $100 which I plan to use to rent a shop in our busy shopping centre. This I believe will translate to more sales in my business as the shopping centre hosts a bus stop which sees drives of people arriving and leaving the village. An increase in my income will ensure my daughter in form one can finish Secondary school and have a chance for a better tomorrow."

"My main goal for this year is to prioritize using the transfers for my children's school fees. Their education demands significant financial resources, and I must ensure that their tuition fees are fully paid. Seeing them succeed in their studies and pursue their career dreams brings me great happiness. To accomplish this objective, I plan to utilize the upcoming transfers I receive. I am profoundly grateful for the financial support from Give Directly, which has been instrumental in assisting me in supporting my children's educational journey."

"This year, my aim is to start a vegetable business, which is known to be profitable in my area. I find great satisfaction in supplementing my income through this venture, as it will enable me to afford essentials like clothes, shoes, and books for my children. To achieve this goal, I plan to use both upcoming transfers and my savings. Establishing this business not only promises financial benefits but also fulfills my desire to ensure a better quality of life for my family. The financial stability these transfers have brought has been a blessing, making it easier for me to manage our expenses without feeling overwhelmed."

"My goal for the year is to buy a bed for myself and my children. Currently, we sleep on the floor, and I don't even own a pair of shoes. Due to the current financial strains, it has been difficult to achieve this goal. I have started hawking milk in my village, and I am hopeful that this will yield good returns so I can buy these essentials for my family. This, together with the transfers, will enable me to comfortably send my children to school and buy a bed for my family. I am grateful to GiveDirectly for the financial support I have received so far. Your help has made a significant difference in our lives, and I am hopeful for a better future."

"What stood out for me about GiveDirectly is their approach. They do not provide loans; instead, they give us free cash with no discrimination. This method has a significant impact on people's lives, including mine. Going forward, I hope GiveDirectly continues with their current approach because it truly changes lives. Their support has given me the freedom to plan and work towards a better future for my family. I am grateful for their unconditional help and the positive difference it makes."

"I am glad that I have achieved my initial dream of building my house. For the coming year and beyond, I want to build a house for my children. The one I recently built is a two-roomed house, but as my children are growing, they need privacy since they will soon be adults. They have started reminding me of this, so I want to save part of my transfers to buy materials and eventually build them their own h. I am grateful that these transfers have benefited me."

"In the coming year and beyond, I plan to expand my house by adding an extra room because my children currently have nowhere to sleep. Right now, they are staying at their grandmother's house since our house is a very tiny, one-roomed space and cannot accommodate us comfortably. Additionally, our current house needs some repairs to make it stronger. To achieve this goal, I intend to use my monthly transfers. Apart from this, I want to rear goats, which I have already started doing, as this will serve as my future financial security."

"To be honest, my main focus is to ensure that my nine children have access to education because I believe it is the only thing that will help them in the future. I am confident that if my children do well in school, they will be able to take care of their families, which will relieve me of any future burden. To achieve this goal, I plan to continue using my transfer payments to pay their school fees so they are not sent home for fee balances and can focus on their studies. Currently, I buy and sell chickens, and the income I earn from this business supports my family by covering other needs. Additionally, I am investing in buying goats so that when my transfer payments end, I will still have a backup plan. In case I face a financial crisis, I can sell some goats to pay my children's fees."