"Following the receipt of my initial transfer, I made a conscious decision to address my most urgent need by spending $65 towards purchasing essential food supplies. Secondly, I invested $100 in fencing my land, ensuring uninterrupted ploughing without interference from the goats. Additionally, I acquired a phone valued at $15 to meet my communication needs. Lastly, I set aside $18 for medication. These objectives were particularly challenging to achieve in the past due to a lack of stable income sources. My husband and I rely on poultry and goat rearing to sustain our family, which includes four children. Nonetheless, I am immensely grateful that I could fulfill these tasks and feel a deep sense of contentment and joy with the outcomes."

"As a mother of three kids, two of them are in form one and four, respectively. The costs for their education and meeting their necessities was a difficult task for me. This is because my spouse doesn't have a steady source of income and I also rely on my side hustle of selling vegetables and fruits. I, therefore, decided to pay the $200 arrears after getting my recent cash. To make sure that the future educational journey is not significantly disrupted, I had to give this top priority. Additionally, it inspires them because they have constantly been on and off. I then purchased wire mesh to assist me to fence my land. Every planting season, my neighbour's cattle invade my farm and damage my crops, and I was sick of it. The entire process came to close to $70. I also had the passion to practice beekeeping as well but I lacked the funds to start with the necessary supplies. This was the ideal time for me since I was able to acquire all that is needed, and sooner or later I am confident that I will begin purposefully harvesting honey for use by my family, which will strengthen their immune systems. I used the last bit of money to buy food for the family, which is crucial to preventing hunger in my home."

"As a busy caregiver and housekeeper, my daily routine is filled with numerous tasks and responsibilities. I distinctly remember the day I received my transfer, as I was completely engrossed in my work when suddenly my phone rang. Taking a moment to check the message, I discovered that GiveDirectly had sent me money. Overwhelmed with joy, I realized that this financial support would serve as a solid foundation for achieving the goals I had set. I eagerly shared the news with my husband, and his happiness matched mine. We had already made plans on how to utilize the funds, so it was a tremendous relief to know that we could now proceed as intended."

"As I was engrossed in household chores, my daughter surprised me with unexpected news: GiveDirectly had sent me money. I had entrusted her with the task of handling the Mpesa transaction, and a mix of disbelief and joy swept over me. It was undoubtedly the most heartening news I had received in quite a while. Filled with immense happiness, we immediately delved into discussions about how to utilize the funds. I am profoundly grateful for the support that has brought about a remarkable transformation in my life."

"The assistance I received has influenced my day-to-day life. The provided funds enabled me to fulfill my long-held aspiration of acquiring additional goats within a remarkably short timeframe. This has had a significant financial impact on our lives, as it has provided us with a valuable resource to rely on in times of emergencies. Furthermore, our household is now adequately stocked with essential food supplies, marking a stark contrast to the past when we struggled to make ends meet daily. The support we have received has tremendously enhanced our living standards, and I am filled with immense gratitude for this transformative assistance.r"

"The memory of receiving the funds from GiveDirectly is etched in my mind. It happened on a bustling market day when I was out running errands. Suddenly, a neighbor urgently called me, urging me to check my phone if I had received funds GiveDirectly. Without hesitation, I reached for my phone and quickly opened my messages. There it was, a message confirming that GiveDirectly had indeed sent me money. The sheer elation that washed over me at that moment is indescribable. I knew right then and there that this financial support would pave the way for my dreams to become a reality. It brought an overwhelming sense of happiness into my life. Without wasting any time, I immediately started devising a plan to make the most of this transfer, now that I had the necessary funds to pursue my aspirations."

"I enrolled in college a few months ago to pursue a certificate in plant operation. I spent over $430 as a result because I had a balance that needed to be paid. I am confident that after receiving my papers, I will be suitable for employment. Despite this, I continue to work as a boda boda taxi and attend school as well because my wife and son still depend on me. I can now see some relief after such a difficult time thanks to this support. Even if I was hopeless before, I am quite certain that by investing in school, I am getting much closer to establishing my destiny. Since food insecurity has been a persistent issue as a result of the extended drought in my region, I had to purchase food with the remaining cash."

"In my opinion, everything went smoothly throughout their stay in my village. Before their visit, I had a lot of financial problems and couldn't take good care of my family at all. But for now, all I can see are good things in the form of assets. I do not see anything that they have not done well so far."

"My son, who is my helper, had my phone when I received the first transfer confirmation message from GiveDirectly via Mpesa. It was an incredible feeling since I had been looking forward to this opportunity to carry out my plans. He informed me at 4:00 PM, and the excitement was evident, driving me to share the news with my other family members who were there at the time. Their excitement matched mine since our approach to spending the money was a collaborative endeavor in which we discussed ideas and prioritized. We picked up the money the next day at a neighboring shopping center."

"Over the course of a decade, my livelihood has relied heavily on farming. However, due to inadequate rainfall, the income derived from farming has been steadily decreasing. As I approach the end of this year, my objective is to expand my herd by purchasing more goats. This endeavor will provide me with an alternative source of income in case my farming activities yield no financial returns."