"In the upcoming year, my primary goal is to secure a fresh water tap for my household. My health has taken a toll, and I find myself unable to walk straight, constantly bent due to an underlying health condition intensified by years of doing casual farm labor to make ends meet. The physical strain from these laborious tasks has significantly impacted my well-being. The neighborhood taps, once easily accessible, now seem like distant wells, especially given my health limitations. Having a fresh water tap at home would not only alleviate the physical strain of fetching water but also ensure a more sanitary and convenient living environment. As I look forward to the coming year, my hope is to improve my health and make everyday tasks more manageable, starting with this essential step towards securing access to clean water."

"While I was diligently plowing the land in a nearby village, steering the tractor that constitutes my primary source of income, a message suddenly appeared, confirming a generous $200 from GiveDirectly. Waves of joy surged within me, yet I restrained my elation in front of my fellow workers, focusing on my task at hand. As the day wore on and I returned home, I couldn't contain the news from my expectant wife. Her eyes lit up with pure delight upon hearing about the unexpected blessing. The overwhelming emotion that enveloped us centered on the certainty of a brighter future for our 3-year-old and our unborn child. At that moment, gratitude overflowed from our hearts to GiveDirectly for their unwavering support."

"The support we received has brought about profound changes within our family. Perhaps the most significant transformation was the construction of a pit latrine. Can you believe it? In this modern age, sharing a toilet with neighbors felt like a relic from an ancient past, an unbearable inconvenience we endured daily. Welcoming guests meant a courteous but awkward redirecting them to our neighbors' facilities. It's a blessing beyond words to now have our own, and for this, we're immensely grateful to both God and GiveDirectly. Their support made this vital change possible, granting us a newfound sense of dignity and comfort that we cherish every single day."

"While I was at home, engrossed in the daily household chores with my two kids, a notification popped up—a confirmation of $200 from GiveDirectly. Instantly, uncontainable joy surged within me; I couldn't help but leap around the house, screaming with pure happiness.Meanwhile, my husband had ventured off to take on a casual job on our neighbor's farm. When he returned that evening, I eagerly shared the incredible news, and his face lit up with joy. At that moment, we both knew our lives were about to change for the better. Food had been a pressing concern, but now, with this blessing, we could see a solution to our food shortage and other pressing needs. Thank you, GiveDirectly, for providing us with this ray of hope."

"I was busy at the farm working when my phone buzzed. I did not give so much consideration to the buzz because I thought that it was just a message from the network service providers. When I went back home, my neighbors informed me that they had received money from GiveDirectly. I gave my daughter my phone to check whether I too had received money, and she confirmed that indeed I had. We were so happy and could not believe that such a blessing could happen to us. I live with my husband and six children. I do charcoal burning to earn a living, while my husband has a very small shop where he sells some household items. On that day, he had not sold anything, and neither had I, and therefore we did not have money to buy food for our children. Having no food and children looking up to me when I had nothing to give them was really heartbreaking. My first thought as a parent was to have my children's stomachs full, so I went to buy food so that they could sleep with full bellies."

"I am a mother of six children who does not have a stable job but rely on working on people's farms and making charcoal for sell. On that day, my children and I were eating lunch at home when my phone buzzed. Since I never went to school and can't read, I requested that my child read the message for me. He informed me that GiveDirectly had sent a mobile money notification and we were thrilled and thanked God for answering our prayers. We had never experienced such happiness in our lives before and It felt like a door had been opened into our lives. I informed my husband, who works in a different town from our home, of the wonderful news right away. My first concern was our house's grass roofing, which needed some serious repairs because it was in such horrible shape and the heavy rains were coming; thus, we did not want to be rained on or the rains leaking to the walls and completely collapsing the house."

"As I said I started saving to build a new house in April. I now have enough money to buy iron sheets which is about $120. I am now saving for the building poles I need to finish with the construction. I had married but my wife left due to a disagreement hence I am left alone. I am building a one roomed house which will be made out of mud and iron sheets. I know this will be a big upgrade from my paper roof house and will withstand the harsh weather conditions that we have been experiencing lately."

"As we are currently in the planting season, I am hopeful for a successful harvest of the maize crops I planted. Upon harvesting, my family will have enough food for a few months. During this period, I intend to use the cash transfers to venture into livestock investment. While I previously owned a few goats, I had to sell them to finance my five children's education. Acquiring livestock will provide a sustainable source of income even after the cash transfers end. The ability to sell livestock, such as goats, will enable me to secure funds for ongoing school fees and food expenses. This strategic plan aims to mitigate financial hardships beyond the next few years when the cash transfers conclude."

"I want to keep getting goats; right now, I have three that I bought using the cash transfers I received in the previous months. Since I don't have a stable source of income, well, apart from cash transfers, rearing goats is the main way I can support my family. This will also allow me to relieve the burden on my son, who works as a herdsman to provide for us. Having goats means I can sell them later to generate funds for urgent needs like food. They'll also be something I can rely on for income even after the cash transfers end."

"I eagerly anticipate expanding my livestock holdings, particularly by acquiring more goats, recognizing the potential for significant profit in this venture. The forthcoming transfers, as well as my existing ones, will be allocated toward purchasing these goats. Establishing a stable source of income through this business venture holds great importance to me, as it ensures that my children can receive a quality education. Education is a priority in my life, and having a reliable income stream will enable me to support my children's educational needs more effectively."