"Through GiveDirectly's direct approach, a lot of people have been helped. People had the liberty to choose what they wanted to do with their cash. Many now have houses, some have livestock, and others chose to invest in education. I have not seen anything wrong with GiveDirectly's approach since they came in. Their support has made a significant positive impact on our community."

"Receiving support from GiveDirectly has transformed my life and fueled my dreams for the future. With this financial assistance, I've steadily grown my meat-selling business, which provides an income to support my family. Over the coming year, I am determined to keep investing in my children's education, ensuring they have the resources and opportunities I never had. The money I earn, combined with the occasional small loans I take, helps me cover school fees, buy books, and secure a better future for them. Beyond just academic success, I hope to instill in them a sense of confidence and ambition. By continuing this path, I envision a future where my children graduate, find rewarding careers, and eventually give back to our community, breaking the cycle of poverty for good. My ultimate goal is to see them succeed and live out their dreams, knowing that the support from GiveDirectly is a crucial stepping stone in our journey."

"In the coming year and beyond, my greatest hope is to provide the best education for my five children. Education is a treasure no one can take away from them, a solid foundation for a brighter future. Despite the challenges, with an income that fluctuates with the seasons, I manage to balance our finances with the help of GiveDirectly transfers. Each month, I set aside a portion of these funds specifically for their schooling. It's not always easy, but seeing my children learn and grow makes every sacrifice worthwhile. My job may not always provide a steady income, but the support from GiveDirectly ensures that come rain or shine, my kids' education remains a top priority. As they continue to excel in their studies, I dream of a future where they have the opportunities I never had, breaking the cycle of poverty and building successful, fulfilling lives."

"This coming year, I hope to begin transforming my family's life by starting the construction of a new house. Our current home is falling apart, with one side of the wall almost collapsing and the iron sheets are very old and corroded and leak whenever it rains. Together with my husband, we decided to take on this challenge with determination and clear roles. He is diligently working to gather building poles, while I have committed to buying one iron sheet each month. This plan gives us hope and a sense of purpose. Each piece of iron and every building pole will bring us one step closer to a safe and sturdy home. With this support, I am filled with hope and confidence that our dream house will soon stand tall, protecting us from the elements and giving us a stable foundation for our future."

"I am a small-scale farmer working on 2 acres of land, alternating between maize and watermelon. I fully irrigate my crops, although I sometimes face challenges. Recently, I lost all my maize due to floods after investing $70 from my first transfer on land preparation. During the dry season, I also experience water shortages, which makes irrigation unreliable. Additionally, I cleared the fee for my daughter in high school of $120. I've been struggling with school fees because my income is not reliable, and I have three other children in elementary school. My hope was high with the maize crop, thinking it would improve our situation, but sadly, I lost it all. With the remaining $10 from the transfer, I bought vegetable seeds, hoping to plant and get something from it to sustain us."

"I had taken my phone to charge at my neighbor's house. When I picked it up later that evening and unlocked it, I saw a receipt of $200 from GiveDirectly. I was so happy that GiveDirectly fulfilled its promise. I immediately told my husband when he came home that evening from fishing. He was so happy too. The first thing that came to our minds was boosting my husband's fishing business, which we had yearned for a very long time."

"My goal for the next year and beyond is to establish a large livestock-rearing project. I have already started this journey with my previous transfers by purchasing a few poultry. My main objective is to diversify my livestock by including cows, which will be beneficial for plowing land, eliminating the need for hiring the services from neighbors. To achieve this, I plan to allocate a larger portion of my monthly transfers of around $30, to save up for a cow that costs $170 to start me off."

"I didn't go to school past the primary level. Unlike the current education system that equips learners with skills and competencies, I dropped out of school not knowing other ways to survive and fend for myself. Currently, I find it difficult to provide for my five children because I lack skills that would help me find jobs. My biggest worry is that some of my children may as well drop out of school and pass on the vicious circle."

"In the next year and beyond, my primary goal is to build a permanent house for my family, moving away from our current mud-walled house. This has been a long-held dream, as I want my children to experience the comfort and beauty of a permanent home. Despite facing financial challenges, I have begun saving for this project and plan to continue setting aside $20 each month from my transfers and hope to start construction by November this year."

"In the next year and beyond, I aim to establish a sustainable project to support my family, even if GiveDirectly's support ends. My passion for livestock rearing drives me to continue buying and raising more animals. To achieve this, I will allocate my monthly transfers to purchase at least one goat and one chicken each month; where one goat goes for around $25 and one chicken for $3, adding to my existing livestock. My ultimate goal is to build a substantial herd and flock to ensure long-term stability and self-sufficiency for my family."