" At the time when we received our transfers we had food shortage. We bought seven sacks of maize which took us for some months. Were it not for Give Directly it would have been a real struggle for us to have food. "

"Greatest difference in my life is the house which we managed to completed with the transfers which we received. Now we have a good house made of concrete. I got easy time to clean the house and a much comfortable and secure house."

"Like any other ambitious parents, children's success is always my dream. At this age, education is the best gift for the children hence I always prioritize it. I am casual laborer as well as subsistence farmer and my income is always unpredictable and keeps on changing thus meeting needs with timelines has been a challenge. My children used to spend much time at home since I could not settle their fee on time. The greatest changes in my daily life ever since I received my transfer from GiveDirectly is seeing my children in shool pursue their dreams.I am glad that the transfer has given me efforts to support my children future this through education. "

"My life is different from how it would have been had I not received the transfer because I am now living comfortably. My house can accommodate us comfortably and we are no longer being rained on."

"My life is different than how it would have been had I not received the transfer because I have been able to build a decent and spacious house for my family. Due to this, I am now using my previous house as our kitchen. Also, I believe that I will soon stop buying milk when my cow calves. Apart from this, I will be earning an income through the sale of milk and use this money to buy some basic needs for my family."

"My life is different from how it would have been had I not received the transfer because we are now feeding well. Currently, we eat three meals a day unlike before when we used to take one or two meals a day. This was possible because I was able to use my transfer to buy some food and to practice timely cultivation. Due to this, there was an increase in production this year and I believe that it will last us till next harvesting season. Aso, I believe my cow will be calving soon and I will no longer be buying milk and this will reduce my daily expenditure."

"My life is different from how it would have been because I have been able to cement my house. Due to this, cleaning has been made easier. Also, I have been able to buy a dairy cow which has increased my milk production. I am now glad since my daily income from milk sales has increased."

"Had it not have been for the transfers, I would not have been able to build a spacious house for my family. We were living in a one room house that was serving us as a kitchen, bedroom and living room. Building a spacious house has enabled my children to do their assignments and study in the evening since the distractions is minimal due to the spacious house."

"My life is different from how it would have been had I not received the transfer because I have been able to rest. Before GiveDirectly came for enrollment, I used to look for firewood in the forest and later sell it to people and the income was always low despite the tiresome work. After I received the transfer, I was able to buy two dairy cows that has enabled me to earn income through milk sales hence I no longer have to sell firewood anymore in order to cater for my family."

"My life is different than how it would have been had I not received the transfer because I have been able to fence my compound. Fencing it has enabled me to concentrate on my poultry project. Due to this, my chicken no longer destroy my vegetables and that of my neighbors thus my relationship with them has improved."