"Before the cash transfers conclude, my goal is to construct two structures– a two-room house for myself and a stable pen for my six goats. The recent heavy rains caused the collapse of my house, and since then, I have been staying in the kitchen space. Also, my goats have been staying in a temporary shelter. With the support of the previous cash transfers, I've already initiated the process by purchasing building poles for the new structures. I hope that, with the incoming transfers, I'll be able to acquire iron sheets and cover the remaining construction costs to realize my aim of having both structures completed."

"Now that I rebuilt my kitchen structure with the recent funds, My focus is on repairing the walls of my house, which were also damaged by the rains. To avoid burdening my son with the cost, I plan to use the upcoming cash transfers for the repairs. Once that is complete, my goal is to resume buying goats. I had previously purchased two with the transfers, and they have given birth to two kids. Now, I aim to expand my herd, hoping that in the future, selling them will provide funds for my necessities such as food and medication."

"I finished my education at the high school level, where I achieved a grade C in my Kenya Certificate of Secondary Education. Unfortunately, due to financial constraints, I couldn't proceed to college. Instead, I got married and am now a proud mom to three wonderful children. Despite this, I've always had the dream of furthering my education by pursuing a teaching program in college.My husband has agreed to finance my college education. We've decided to wait until our youngest child, who is currently one year old, is a bit older. Then, I plan to go back to school to realize my long-held dream of becoming a teacher. My goal is to secure a job afterward, which will enable me to support my husband with our family's expenses."

"I am filled with joy and gratitude towards GiveDirectly for helping me achieve my dreams. I no longer rely on casual labor; instead, I wake up each morning to fetch water from Lake Baringo for my household and go to look after my farm and attend to my business as well. Thanks to GiveDirectly, I am freed from the exhausting work on others' farms. Without their assistance, my child wouldn't have had the opportunity to attend a national school. May God bless you abundantly, and may your organization continue to expand."

"My objective is to construct a two-room house to accommodate my five children. The current dwelling we inhabit is cramped and insufficient for our family of eight. Erecting a new residence will not only provide adequate space for my children but also afford me the privacy I desire. I am profoundly grateful for the financial assistance provided by these transfers, significantly improving our quality of life."

"My objective is to expand my livestock holdings, particularly by acquiring additional goats. Presently, I possess seven goats, all obtained through cash transfers. Upon their reproduction, my intention is to sell some and acquire cows. Subsequently, as the cattle multiply, I will liquidate a portion and utilize the proceeds to procure land. This land will serve as the foundation for constructing a home where I can reside with my children. I am deeply content and grateful for the financial assistance provided by these transfers thus far."

"I hope to construct boy's quarters in addition to this house I have built with givedirectly cash"

"I am currently relying on monthly transfers to educate my five children. One of them is in high school, while the others are in primary school. Given the difficulty in securing casual construction jobs these days, I believe it's the transfers that will ensure that my children stay in school. Raising their fees, particularly for my son in high school, has been a challenge for me, especially while trying to provide for other essential needs such as food. Therefore, I plan to use these transfers to pay the school fees on time and ensure that my children are not sent home due to a lack of fees. I also plan to invest in rearing more chickens and letting them multiply. By doing so, I will be able to supplement my meagre earnings from casual jobs since I can readily sell them to meet my financial needs."

"I have been saving up my money to buy iron sheets so that I can build a new house. My current house is made of grass-thatch, which does not look decent, and it leaks whenever it rains. My goal is to build a better house for myself and my family, and I have made it a priority to set aside money for building materials in addition to paying for my children's education. My target is to purchase 30 iron sheets, which will be enough for the house that I need. So far, I have managed to buy 15 iron sheets with the help of my husband, who is also contributing to this project. I am looking forward to having a good house where I will no longer have to worry about the rain and can live a happy life, despite my many financial constraints."

"I have several goals on my agenda that I'm eager to accomplish in the near future. Firstly, I aim to have my house finished by the end of April. This milestone will mark the perfect timing for me to transition into my own residence and lay the groundwork for my family's future. Following the completion of my home, I intend to enroll in a driving course. Acquiring driving skills will not only broaden my horizons but also enhance my employment prospects, potentially leading to better-paying job opportunities. I'm deeply appreciative of the support provided by Give Directly, which has played a crucial role in realizing some of my aspirations."