"The biggest difference and achievement in my life is that I managed to clear the fees arrears for my children. This is because previously, they have been sent home several times this was so frustrating and embarrassing at the same time. However, I had no option because I did not have a stable job and my income is meager to sustain all my family expenses at once. They had even started performing poorly as a result of this and I felt guilty as a parent because I felt that I had failed them. I am now happier because ever since I received my first transfer all is well now because they are now studying without any distractions like before which is an assurance of getting good results."

"I spent a bigger portion of my first transfer on finishing a project of building a new house. I had began to build a decent house to live with my family but due to shortage of finances, I could not finish it. I purchased the remaining building materials which include iron sheets, nails and building poles after receiving the money. I also paid for the labour cost involved. I spent the remaining amount to buy foodstuffs and other household items like utensils."

"I could have not afford to build a house. Now I have the capability to do so with help from Give Directly"

"The recipient use the fund to buy 1 mattress and a bed this means I will have a comfortable sleep at night to prepare for tomorrow. I also bought food for my family and 2 fertiliser for my farm"

"With the transfers she was able to buy food she was able to buy clothes and fees for her kids for that she's greatful"

"When I received my transfer i bough iron sheets, door frames and timber for renovating my house. I also bought mattress to have a proper sleeping place"

"We felt really great knowing that I will have a new home"

"I felt really great knowing that I will now have a stable business"

"I danced the whole day as my eyes could not believe the money was finally in"

"I was having lunch with my family when I heard my phone ringing. I had received a message and on checking the contents, I realised I had received my first transfer from GiveDirectly. I felt happy and thanked them for the financial support."