"Thanks to GiveDirectly, I can hardly believe my eyes as I send my son off to secondary school. It feels like an unbelievable dream come true. With the unconditional money they provided, I was able to cover the school fees and necessary expenses, ensuring my son could pursue his education without any worries. Seeing him proudly don his school uniform and embark on this new chapter fills my heart with immense joy and gratitude."

"As the main supporter of my family, which consists of at least eight people, it is my responsibility to ensure that their basic needs are sufficiently met. To achieve this, I intend to boost my second-hand clothes business to the point where it becomes independent and self-sustaining. Currently, I use the cash transfers to buy more stock, which has been instrumental in its growth. I plan to continue reinvesting the earnings from the business back into buying more stock, which will further enhance its stability and profitability. Once my business is stable and generating consistent income, my next goal is to enroll in college and pursue a course in building and construction. This has been a long-time aspiration of mine, but financial constraints and family responsibilities have hindered me from pursuing it this year. However, with the progress I am witnessing in my business, I am confident that by the next year, it will have grown significantly, and I will be in a better position to afford college tuition."

"The current farming season has brought us great relief as the food we will harvest could last my three children and me for at least four months. This has opened up new opportunities for me, and I have decided to invest in buying goats. In the past, I had five goats, but unfortunately, four of them perished due to a lack of vegetation. However, I am now hopeful that with the ongoing rains, there will be enough vegetation to support the goats. My primary goal right now is to continue buying goats and building up a healthy herd. I believe that by doing so, I can create a source of income that will benefit our family in various ways. In the future, when the goats reproduce, I could sell some of them to generate funds for our household needs, including education expenses and purchasing food."

"My main goal is to save enough money by next year to enroll one of my children in high school after they complete primary school this year. In pursuit of this goal, I intend to keep buying goats and chickens to ensure I have a source of funds. I would be happier to secure education for all my seven children, who are currently attending school. Both my husband and I rely on charcoal burning as our primary source of income, and we equally contribute to support the family's needs."

"The main goal I have set for myself is to venture into livestock keeping, specifically goats and cows. I believe that by rearing these animals, I can grow my wealth and secure the education of my three children who are currently in school. As the sole providers for our family, my husband and I are determined to ensure that our children have access to quality education and a brighter future. Through the growth of livestock, I aim to not only provide for my family's needs but also to develop my financial stability."

"I had an enlightening experience during the operations at GiveDirectly. The officers there did an exceptional job of explaining the program in detail and providing us with the necessary information. Throughout the sensitization meetings, we were treated with the utmost respect and fairness, without any form of prejudice. Overall, I found no issues with the program's operations, and I am grateful for the positive and inclusive environment they created."

"GiveDiretly transfers came in the right time because as an ECD (Early Childhood Development) teacher with limited income, I faced the challenge of having a kitchen made of mud, which was both cumbersome and costly to repair every time it got damaged. With a budget of $230, I decided to invest in a more durable and sustainable solution. I decided to construct a simple yet sturdy kitchen using locally available materials like bricks and metal sheets. By doing so, I ensured that the kitchen would withstand the test of time and reduce the frequent need for repairs. The new kitchen provides a safer and more efficient space for cooking, making it easier to prepare meals for my family without worry. Out of the transfers, I also managed to allocate $300 for school fees to support my two children attending high school. Education is very important, and I am determined to give my children the opportunity to learn and succeed in life."

"I now have goats that I hope will multiply and become a source of support for my family. My main aspiration is to ensure that my grandchildren can attend school without any hindrance. It pains me to see that my two sons, whom I raised, have chosen to abandon their own children and neglect their education. I believe that if my goats can multiply and thrive, they will provide the financial stability needed to cover the expenses of my grandchildren's education. Moreover, I hope that by witnessing the importance of education through their own children's success, my sons will begin to value education and reconsider their choices. It's my heartfelt desire that they will eventually be inspired to be more involved in their children's lives and support their academic journey. I am determined to make the most out of my goats and any other means available to secure a brighter future for my grandchildren. Education is a gift that can shape their lives positively, and I want to do all I can to make that a reality for them."

"Upon receiving the second transfer, I was filled with ambition to venture into tomato farming, which has proven successful despite the high production costs. I then obtained 10,000 tomato seedlings and planted them on an acre of land. Receiving the third and final transfer was a relief, as I needed to carry out other essential field management practices, including weed control, staking the plants to prevent fungal diseases, and pest control with appropriate pesticides. I spent $400 on purchasing 20,000 stakes to support the tomato plants and used the remaining $50 to pay for labor during the staking process. Although I received support from friends who chipped in to help, the entire management process, from planting to harvesting, incurred an approximate cost of $1500. However, the results were incredibly rewarding, as I made total sales of $4000. Thankfully, our community benefits from ample water flowing by gravity, requiring only someone to monitor and direct the water flow around the farm. With the proceeds, my plans include constructing a new house for my family of two and starting a small business to ensure a steady flow of income."

"My primary objective is to focus on investing in livestock as a lucrative income source. Fortunately, we have experienced abundant rainfall recently, leading to promising prospects of a bumper harvest. This increased food supply at home will enable me to allocate my monthly stipends towards livestock investments, thus establishing a fresh stream of income to meet my needs effectively."