"I plan to start saving through a merry-go-round club to accumulate funds to purchase additional livestock, such as goats or cattle. As a widow with no other source of income, I see livestock rearing as the most viable option for securing a steady stream of income. I am committed to continuing this momentum of buying and rearing livestock, as it has proven effective in fulfilling my children's educational needs and reducing their reliance on their elder brother. With both of my children still in secondary school, I anticipate that selling these animals in the future will provide me with the means to continue supporting their education."

"My priority is to purchase a mattress for my three children, who have been sleeping on a plan leave woven mat that needs frequent replacement. I believe we can provide them with a more durable sleeping solution that will last for several years with the mattress. Following this, I plan to continue investing in livestock such as chickens and goats. As these animals reproduce, I can sell them to generate additional funds to support my children's education, thereby alleviating the financial burden on my husband, who works tirelessly as a fisherman."

"My house is very old, with the poles starting to decay, and I fear they may collapse soon. Therefore, by the time the transfers come to an end, I aim to repair the walls of the house to reinforce its foundation and make it more durable. Since I am not actively employed and do not wish to burden my son beyond his means, I plan to save some funds from the cash transfers to purchase the necessary building materials."

"My goal has been to improve my living standard by building a new iron-roofed house and buying new bedding to ensure that I have a comfortable and healthy shelter in my old age. I have already built the house and recently bought a new wooden bed to replace the old traditional one. My plan is to save a portion of my transfers to purchase a new mattress and replace the old mats that I am currently sleeping on. Once I acquire the new mattress, I plan to also buy livestock, especially goats, which are valuable assets that I can sell to settle my financial needs. I currently own one goat, and my goal is to buy more in the coming years and build a herd."

"Last month, as the heavy rains began, an unfortunate event unfolded when strong winds tore off the roof of our house. Given my mother's deteriorating health, she was unable to address the situation. Consequently, I found myself sleeping outdoors under the shelter of a tree, enduring the cold and chilly weather during the night.  Thankfully, my mother intends to utilize our upcoming transfers to repair the roof of our house, providing us with a more comfortable living space. The financial assistance we receive has significantly improved both our lives, and we are grateful for its positive impact."

"As my supply of medication dwindles, my foremost priority upon receiving my next transfers is to replenish my stock of drugs. Additionally, I aim to schedule an appointment with a doctor for a comprehensive check-up. My ultimate goal is to prioritize my health and work towards improvement and overall well-being. I am profoundly grateful for the financial assistance that has facilitated access to quality medical care. Without this support, I am uncertain if I would still be able to cope with my health challenges."

"Despite the adversity of my house collapsing due to heavy rains, I remain hopeful that preparing my land for planting will yield a bountiful harvest. With this in mind, I intend to utilize my upcoming transfers to cultivate my one-acre farm and sow maize. This investment in agriculture will secure an ample food supply for the future. I am deeply grateful for the financial assistance that helped me navigate through the challenging times I faced."

"I have always hoped to help my 2 children to finish school, not just finish but also be successful in their studies so that they secure jobs in the future and relieve me of the responsibilities, which I believe will one day come to pass through the help that GiveDirectly gives me"

"The house we're currently living in is small and it cannot accommodate us comfortably. Despite it being a two rooms house, the rooms are so small. Currently, we have a goal of building a more spacious house as a family. We're planning to buy building materials in bits every month once we get our transfers using a portion of it. Though it will take us a longer time to achieve this, we have hope that we will finally complete the construction process. My husband provides taxi services to people using his motorcycle. With this work, he is able to pay school fees for our children and cater to some of our needs. Without GiveDirectly, I will not be able to help my spouse achieve this goal and it will take us more time since we will be depending on only one source of income to cater to all our needs."

"Being that I am still a student, I have so many things that I wish to achieve in life. The most important one to me is to become a doctor so that I can help people by treating the sick. I know that I can only achieve this by working extra hard in school so that I can be able to continue with my studies. Currently, my aim is to continue supporting my brother in paying for my school fees using part of my transfers. This will always enable me to concentrate with my studies since I will not be in and out of school due to fee arrears."