"I like the unconditional nature of GiveDirectly's support. I received the funds and used them to address my most immediate needs. What I recommend is for GiveDirectly to reach more people with the same program, without changing anything. Their support has made a big difference in my life, and I believe others could benefit in the same way. I'm grateful for the assistance and hope more people will have the opportunity to experience it."

"My goal is to get back into farming after the floods swept away my farm. I plan to return to maize farming on two acres of land. I am looking forward to the support from GiveDirectly to help make this happen. Once I can start farming again, I will be very happy because I know my son will be able to continue his education without stress. This will greatly relieve me, as I will be able to provide for my family and ensure my son's schooling is not interrupted."

"What stands out about the GiveDirectly program are two things: first, the respectful and kind nature of the staff, and second, their unconditional cash support. This support has not only improved my life but also the lives of people in my community. I see that everything is going well with the current program, and therefore, I do not propose any changes."

"My most immediate goal for this year is to make my children feel happy. I plan to achieve this by giving them a wonderful festive season celebration and buying them new clothes with the GiveDirectly transfers. After that, I will use the remaining money to invest in farming. My children are looking forward to this year's Christmas, and I want to make it special for them. The thought of achieving all this makes me feel good because I know it will improve my family's life, and I am excited to see how happy and fulfilled they will be."

"This year, my primary goal is to focus on farming. I am waiting for the GiveDirectly transfers and the proceeds from my butternut farming to invest in growing maize on one acre of land. This venture generates enough income to pay my children's school fees and provide food at home, ensuring we are not hungry. I am motivated by the belief that this farming will improve my family's life. When I think about it, I feel both joy and gratitude, knowing my life will never be the same again."

"My plan for this year and the years ahead is to focus more on agribusiness by investing in livestock and maize farming. This will help me generate income while addressing the food security challenges my family faces at home. I intend to use the next transfers from GiveDirectly to make this plan a reality. Achieving this goal will not only improve our living standards but also take me to a new level of stability and self-reliance. The thought of accomplishing this fills me with excitement and hope for a better future."

"My main goal this year and in the future is to finish improving my house. I plan to add an extra room, making it a two-room house. This will create enough space for my family and allow us to live more comfortably. I intend to use the next transfer from GiveDirectly to achieve this dream. The thought of completing this project fills me with happiness, knowing my family will have a suitable and comfortable place to live."

"I have a goal that I hope to achieve soon: building a new two-room house. Currently, I live in a small house that can only accommodate one person, and I feel the need for more space not just for my belongings but also to welcome loved ones when they visit. To turn this goal into reality, I have devised a strategy to buy one piece of iron sheet each month using the transfers I receive. So far, I have managed to acquire nine pieces, and my target is to collect around 20 pieces to complete the construction of the house. I am committed to this plan, and I am confident that by next year, I will be able to build my dream house. This new space will provide better security for my belongings, which currently have to be kept outside."

"My current house is made of mud walls, and the roof is made of grass. It is very cramped since it is only one room. With four children, my eldest son is growing up, and we would like to have some privacy to foster more respect within our house. Therefore, I decided to join a savings and loan group where I save a portion of my monthly transfer. The reason I save is to prepare for applying for a loan, which I can use to purchase building materials. I am happy to share that I managed to take out a loan of $300. I spent the entire amount on sand, cement, and stones to be used for building our new house. I feel proud to have made this progress, and I am optimistic about constructing a modern two-room house, which has been my dream.Once this project is complete, I will not destroy our current house but will pass it on to our eldest son so he can have his own space. In the coming year and beyond, my primary goal is to gather more resources through my monthly income to help build our new house. Additionally, I plan to clear my current loan and then apply for another one to expedite the building process."

"Food insecurity is the biggest challenge due to lack of a stable source of income. We live in a semi - arid area,and we never harvest anything from the farms due to drought.We purchase all the food stuff from the little money we get and this is difficult."