"Reliable source of income is the challenge I am currently facing in life. My husband and I do casual jobs making very little income that caters for food and school fees for the primary going child. The low income has affected my first born's education. He did his KCSE exams last year but has not gone to college due to lack of school fees."

"The recipient was at home, he felt too much joy and building a house was the first thing."

"I have spent most of my transfer on buying a cow for milk."

"There is a big difference now,I had wished to have abed , a matress since my husband Is blind and sick and visitors would always come to check on him but would get him sleeping on a mat , It was so ashaming at our old age sleeping on mat without a bed and a mattress too. We now sleep comfortably ,my dream has been fulfilled ."

"I paid school fees for the children using most of the cash"

"With GiveDirectly transfer, I have been able to join a savings group and also expand my livestock selling business. Currently, my aim for the next one year is to build a permanent three-room house. With the current rains experienced in our region, our roads have been rendered impassable. Due to this, I have not been able to start purchasing some building materials as I had planned to though I believe that I'll be starting soon. My hope is to complete the house before the year 2024 ends and I have faith that this is possible since I already have some savings that I am planning to kick start the project. without GiveDirectly's support, I believe that I would still achieve this goal using the proceeds from my business though it will take me a longer duration before accomplishing it."

"We live in a two room house and we have three boys and a girl. Currently, they all sleep in one of the rooms and I know that once the boys hit 15 years, they will need their own separate room which will not be under the same roof as ours as parents. Because of this, I am planning to build a three-room house for my family. Having achieved this, we will leave our current house for our sons while we move into the new house. With this, everyone will be guaranteed of privacy that we all need all the time. Even though I have not started the construction process yet, I am grateful to GiveDirectly since their transfer will enable me to achieve something that I cannot achieve on my own."

"I intend to become a member of a 'Chama' savings group established by my relatives at our home. This will enable me to accumulate sufficient funds to enroll in university next year and continue pursuing my desired career. Additionally, I am keen on acquiring a goat, which I view as a prospective investment for generating future income. I am appreciative of the financial assistance I have received, which has facilitated the realization of my educational aspirations."

"My aspiration for the upcoming year is to start a goat-rearing business. Challenges in life and the absence of a steady source of income had previously impeded my ability to embark on this venture. Nevertheless, I am delighted that, with the recent transfers I've received, I've managed to accumulate a total of fourteen goats—enough to successfully launch this project. The establishment of this business holds significant importance for me, providing a tangible set of assets even after the project concludes. I extend my gratitude to you for making this endeavor possible."

"My objective for the upcoming year is to ensure that my son enrolls in Junior Secondary School. I firmly believe that investing in education is pivotal for a brighter future. To achieve this goal, I have consistently set aside savings each month in a dedicated savings club. Fortunately, I am scheduled to receive the total accumulated amount this January, perfectly timed for the commencement of the new school term. With these savings and additional transfers, I will be able to procure the necessary items such as uniforms, books, and other essentials for my son. I express gratitude towards this organization, as it has profoundly assisted my family in realizing this important educational milestone."