"My primary focus is on completing the construction of a new house to replace my run-down dwelling. To accomplish this, I need to acquire additional building materials, including poles, iron sheets, and nails. This has been a long-held aspiration since my husband's passing. I am thrilled that I will soon realize this dream, all thanks to the financial assistance from the transfers."

"Initially, my foray into poultry rearing and selling faced a setback when the single hen I purchased didn't survive. However, with my upcoming transfers, I intend to acquire more hens, and I am hopeful that they will multiply, providing me with an opportunity to generate income through sales. I am pleased that the financial assistance will significantly contribute to realizing this aspiration in the near future."

"I aim to buy 24 iron sheets to repair my house's roof, ensuring peace of mind and convenience during the rainy season. In addition, I intend to invest in goats due to their rapid breeding, which will serve as a future financial asset. Upon multiplication, I can sell some of the goats to address my future needs. I am thankful for the financial assistance provided by Give Directly."

"My objective for this year is to persist in undertaking house repairs, primarily through the acquisition of additional stones and cement. A crucial part of the house still requires the replacement of the mud walls with sturdy stone walls. I am now reassured that my home can endure the impact of heavy rains, providing me with a sense of tranquility. I am immensely pleased that the financial assistance has enabled me to achieve this significant milestone of having a more resilient and improved house."

"I plan to utilize a significant portion of my next transfer to settle the remaining school fee balances for my three grandchildren. By doing so, I aim to ensure that they can attend their lessons without any hindrance. This action will not only alleviate the substantial financial burden on my son but also contribute to the continuous education of my grandchildren. I am extremely pleased with the ongoing financial assistance from the transfers."

"In the upcoming year, my aim is to construct a new house to replace the current old and deteriorating one. I hope to utilize the financial assistance to acquire the necessary building materials and establish a new home before my current residence deteriorates further, potentially leaving me homeless. I am extremely grateful for the financial support and remain hopeful that I will soon realize my dream of owning a new house."

"GiveDirectly has effectively addressed hunger issues in Baringo through its direct cash transfer program. Their approach of providing financial assistance directly to those in need has made a positive impact. What they excel at is the directness of their support, ensuring immediate relief. However, there's room for improvement by expanding their reach to more villages. While their current efforts have made a difference, broader coverage could amplify their positive influence, reaching even more communities in need. Strengthening their outreach would enhance the program's effectiveness in alleviating hunger and fostering positive change across a wider geographical area."

"I have wanted to build on the animals I own. I would never have owned goats had it not been for Givedirectly. I now own 6 goats in addition to chicken and ducks. I want to buy more animals. For me animals are like an emergency fund. If I get an emergency whether its school fees, or someone being sick I can sell an animals get the money depending on how much is needed. I want to add more animals and increase my security for money."

"My wife and I used to plant and sell tomatoes back in 2019 before the persistent drought that has seen our lands unproductive for about four years. We both did casual labour but have none of this jobs now to make income. We started the chicken project that we now rely on. The recent rains have allowed us farm food for use in our home which has helped us with access to food. We however want to go back to our tomato selling business. We now have a big family as we now have 4 children who all depend on us. We want to go back to tomato farming to make more income and take care of the children. As a family we are also planning to open both our separate bank accounts where we will save monthly proceeds from the transfers and chicken farming to reinvest into our children schooling."

"I sell food, this are native coast inspired snacks. My husband is a teacher in a local secondary school. our earnings always go into taking care of family needs but will usually not be enough to cover all our needs. My business has greatly benefitted from the group we formed to save money and I plan t continue in it to ensure I can grow my earnings further. By increasing income we will be able to ensure our children attend school without struggles in terms of paying school fees."