"The project uplifted and empowered me by providing us with the transfer, which enabled me to acquire the oven and become self-employed. Initially, I was without any job, so Givedirectly has helped me tremendously. I appreciate their services, and I believe nothing should be changed"

"This year, my main objective is to expand my house, as it is currently too small to accommodate all of us comfortably. To begin the construction process, my plan is to first purchase iron roofing sheets and cement. I intend to utilize both my transfers and savings to finance this endeavor. By expanding our house, I aim to provide my children with ample space to live in, ensuring their comfort and well-being. Being able to do this for my family will fill me with a deep sense of accomplishment, and I cant wait to see what the future holds."

"My top priority is to secure quality education for my children. Before the coming of this project, they often faced numerous interruptions in their schooling due to my inability to pay school fees. However, with the transfers, these interruptions have significantly decreased, and my children can now attend school regularly. I am genuinely pleased with these positive changes, and I am committed to allocating both my forthcoming transfers and savings to ensure that my children continue their education smoothly. I firmly believe that education will equip them with the essential skills needed to secure a better future. I will always be grateful to GiveDirectly for the support they have provided to me and my community."

"My aim is to ensure that my son enrolls in secondary school. I firmly believe that education is crucial for securing a better future, and I am eager to equip him with the skills necessary to achieve his goals. To fulfill this objective, I have decided to invest in poultry farming. By raising chickens and selling them for profit once they multiply, I will be able to generate enough income to cover his educational expenses. For me, educating my son means providing him with the opportunity to secure a good job in the future and become self-sufficient. This thought fills me with a lot of pride."

"My primary goal is to provide quality education for my son, who will be starting secondary school next year. I plan to achieve this objective by combining the earnings from my firewood business with the monthly transfers I receive. Despite the challenges I face, I maintain a sense of optimism and hope. With the financial assistance provided by GiveDirectly, I am confident that I will be able to fulfill this goal."

"My objective is to purchase a cow, which I view as a valuable investment. I plan to accomplish this by utilizing the profits from my vegetable business. Owning a cow will not only allow me to cultivate my land but also provide additional income, especially if it reproduces and I sell the offspring. Moreover, the supplementary income will enable me to meet the educational expenses of my children. I am deeply grateful to this organization for enhancing my living standards through their financial support."

"My aim is to construct a house with brick walls to replace our current structure, which is built with mud walls. The present walls are vulnerable to damage during heavy rainfall and are displaying signs of weakening. Additionally, I intend to invest in a dairy cow, considering it a valuable asset that can generate additional income, particularly when they reproduce and can be sold. To achieve these goals, I will utilize a portion of the cash transfers along with my savings. Accomplishing these objectives will not only provide us with a better living space but also offer an additional source of income, bringing me a deep sense of fulfillment."

"This year, my focus is on expanding my goat-rearing business. It's a lucrative venture, as goats require minimal maintenance and yield high profits. I plan to utilize my upcoming transfers to invest in this endeavor. With sufficient food from the previous harvest, the additional income from goat-rearing will allow me to cover my children's school fees. I am happy with the progress I have made this far."

"My main goal is to send my son to college. Having just completed secondary school, he is set to begin college this year. I am dedicated to financing his education, including covering his tuition fees and providing all the required books. To facilitate this plan, I intend to invest in livestock and also utilize the upcoming transfers. As the livestock herd expands and I sell them for profit, it will create supplementary income, which I will use to fund his education. Providing him with a college education will bring me immense pride and joy, marking a significant accomplishment for our family."

"I work hard putting roofs over people's heads, but it's tough making ends meet. Sometimes I only make $150 in a month, and finding work isn't always easy. When I got the cash from GiveDirectly, I felt relieved. First, I bought a mattress for $75. Sleeping on a mat for so long was tough. Then, I spent $65 on a hair-shaving machine to improve my business. No more using old razor blades! I also bought two she-goats for $90. I'm hoping they'll multiply, so I can sell some, expand my business and also help me educate my daughter once she starts school. Plus, I used $90 to pay my niece's school fees. Her family didn't want to educate her, but I believe she deserves a chance. Hopefully, my business will make enough profit to support her education."