"Both of my children have finished their final exams, with one completing class eight and the other finishing class six. The older child will be entering form one, while the younger one will be starting junior secondary school at the beginning of the year. This transition necessitates a significant investment in purchasing new school uniforms and covering school fees for their enrollment in their new schools. I am extremely grateful for the support I have received from Give Directly, and I am hopeful that it will further enhance my life in the upcoming year."

"I aim to utilize my upcoming transfers to expand my goat inventory. At present, I own two goats and intend to purchase another, thus augmenting their quantity. As they multiply in the future, the herd will expand, enhancing the potential for selling them and generating a substantial income. I am deeply grateful for the transfers, and this investment will reduce my reliance on farming for livelihood, significantly easing my life."

"I have spent most of it on buying land"

"In the upcoming year, my primary objective is to renovate my deteriorating house, which is currently in a dilapidated state. I've initiated the process by purchasing new iron roofing sheets to replace the old, rusted ones, and I am eager to extend these renovations to address issues with the walls and floors. To fund these repairs, I plan to utilize both my current income and the transfers expected in the future. The prospect of having a secure and improved home holds great significance for me, as it will undoubtedly bring peace of mind and a renewed sense of comfort."

"I look forward to my son completing college next year, a development that will provide a welcome relief from his educational expenses. With an ample supply of food at present, my intention is to use my transfers exclusively for acquiring goats. Currently, I have two, and I aspire to expand this number with the proceeds from my ongoing chicken project. The establishment of a goat-rearing business holds the promise of significantly enhancing my income, thereby fostering greater financial stability. The anticipated outcome brings a sense of peace of mind and security, for which I am truly grateful."

"I aspire to establish a lasting legacy, a testament to the years during which I have received these transfers, persisting even after the project concludes. My intention is to construct a shelter and raise goats and chickens until they reach maturity. The forthcoming transfers will be instrumental in realizing this objective, creating an additional source of income for my family. I am genuinely pleased to have been given this opportunity to positively transform my life."

"There is a big difference now in my family, I have a new business and livestock which I didn't have before."

"The recipient was home from the garden, she was filled with joy and went to withdraw the money."

"Lack of work and depending solely on casual labor is making my life difficult. This has come about because we are sometimes forced to go hungry because of a lack of food. This happens since when I don't get work, I'm unable to purchase food for my family."

"As the festive holidays draw near, I plan to use my upcoming transfers to buy a goat for a Christmas feast with my family and close relatives. This occasion will provide a wonderful opportunity for us to bond and reflect on the events of the year, both the successes and the setbacks. It will also be a chance for me to reset and establish new goals for the upcoming year. I am deeply appreciative of the financial assistance from Give Directly, which has significantly contributed to improving my quality of life."