"It was early morning when I received a message on my phone confirming that I had received the first transfer. My heart raced with happiness as I realized that the promised transfer was genuine. As I read the message, a wave of relief washed over me, and the weight of worry began to lift. The first thing that came to my mind was my children’s education. I knew they were about to be sent home due to unpaid school fees. I could already picture their smiling faces as I imagined using this money to secure their future, ensuring they could stay in school and continue learning. The thought of providing them with the education they deserved filled me with hope and determination, igniting a spark of joy in my heart that I hadn't felt in a long time."

"I will never stop praising this organization. It has had a profoundly positive impact on my life. Firstly, the financial support I received was invaluable. It enabled me to achieve many of my dreams, such as buying a house, which I previously thought was unattainable. Additionally, I was able to afford the surgery I had been longing for, but couldn't afford. Having access to these funds made my life significantly easier, allowing me to pursue work that was better suited to me. As far as I can tell, the organization has made no mistakes that require adjustment; they should continue their excellent work"

"GiveDirectly did excellent work in my household. The financial support they provided was exactly what I needed, as only money could address the challenges I was facing. Their support allowed me to take my daughter, who was in critical condition, to the hospital and save her life. I was also able to do other things that I desired, as they gave me the freedom to choose what worked best for me. Therefore, I believe they should continue doing what they do, without changing anything."

"The biggest change in my life is that I was able to finally harvest my maize, which had been sitting in the field for too long because I didn’t have the money. Now, I am expecting good returns from the harvest. Before, I wouldn’t have been able to harvest it on time, and the crops could have been damaged or lost. This support has made a huge difference, allowing me to take care of the farm and avoid losing what I worked so hard to grow. I am hopeful that the returns from this harvest will help provide for my family."

"I am a single man who relies on farming to make a living, mainly growing maize and other crops. When I received my recent transfer, I knew I had to invest it in my farm because it’s my primary source of income. I used $10 to improve my irrigation system by connecting water from the lake. This was something I had wanted to do for a long time but couldn’t afford due to financial challenges. I am so grateful that the organization stepped in and made it possible for me to finally improve my farm. With the remaining funds, I bought food supplies. Since it was the dry season and food was scarce, I needed to stock up on essentials. I am incredibly happy with the support I have received, as it has had a great impact on my life. It has not only boosted my farming but also ensured I have enough food for the difficult season."

"The freedom to use my transfer according to my family’s needs has truly empowered our lives. With the support from GiveDirectly, I have been able to achieve goals that once felt like distant dreams. I have improved our home, and bought essential supplies without worrying about where the money would come from. This flexibility has given me a sense of control and confidence in planning for the future, something I didn’t have before. So far, I haven’t encountered anything that was done poorly. Everything has been smooth, from receiving the funds to using them in a way that works best for us. I am deeply grateful for the support, as it has made such a positive impact on our lives."

"It has been years since I have relied on my neighbors' pit latrines because I do not have my own. It has always been stressful, especially at night or when they are not around. I have to wait until they return to relieve myself. This situation has caused me a lot of stress, and my children and I feel it is time for me to build my own. This is now my goal for the coming years. For now, I am waiting for my two children to finish school so that I can save from my charcoal business and start buying the materials needed. I believe that having my own pit latrine will restore my dignity, as I will no longer feel embarrassed or like a burden to my neighbors, which has been an ongoing issue."

"My main goal is to focus on my studies. I completed high school last year, and fortunately, GiveDirectly enrolled me in their program, which has provided me with a monthly income—a great relief. Since my father's passing, my mother has struggled to raise us. With the support from GiveDirectly, I am confident I will complete my coursework successfully. I plan to save enough from my transfers to ensure I can pay my fees on time, allowing me to concentrate fully and achieve the best possible grades at the end of college. I have a passion for plumbing, and I believe that once I finish college, I will secure a job that will help me support my mother in taking care of my younger siblings. This has always been my prayer. Achieving this will not only improve my own future but also uplift my family’s living standards."

"My primary goal for the upcoming year and beyond is to expand my goat rearing project. I'm happy to share that I have recently purchased four goats using my monthly transfers. I am passionate about raising goats because they multiply quickly and adapt well to our climate, making the project highly promising. Their fast multiplication leads to increased profits within a short period. Once I have a sufficient number of goats, I plan to sell some and eventually invest in buying a cow, which is my secondary priority. Owning a cow will provide several benefits, such as selling milk to support my children's school fees and utilizing cow dung as organic fertilizer, thereby reducing the cost of purchasing fertilizers. As my children are progressing to higher classes, and with my current lack of a reliable income source, I aim to maximize these two projects so that I can continue to sustain myself when my current financial support ends. Moreover, when I have a good number of goats, I can sell some to generate funds for my children's education. This is my primary goal for the near future and beyond."

"I have completed my dressmaking training and I am eager to finish my tailoring and dressmaking course in December. After completing the course, my goal is to launch my own tailoring business. I plan to use the savings from our merry-go-round group to purchase a sewing machine, which costs around $280. Once I have the sewing machine, I will invest my savings to grow and stabilize my business. My aim is to achieve financial stability by the end of this program so that I can support my family. I want to ensure that when the GiveDirectly program concludes, I will have accomplished something meaningful and have a lasting memory of the support it provided. Additionally, I am looking ahead to opening a tailoring shop in the next year as soon as I acquire my own machine. I am truly grateful for the financial support that has given me hope for a brighter future."