"My primary objective is to ensure the education of my two children, one of whom is currently in grade seven and the other in form two. Their academic journey and successful completion of high school are my top priorities at the moment. Education plays a crucial role in shaping the future of my children, opening doors to opportunities and providing them with a solid foundation for a better life. However, due to the lack of a steady and reliable source of income, my focus remains steadfast on utilizing cash transfers to ensure the uninterrupted education of my children."

"In the future, my goal is to construct a new house to replace our current dilapidated dwelling. I envision a two-room structure with mud walls and an iron sheet roof. To achieve this, I have begun acquiring building poles. Once that is complete, my next step will be to obtain the necessary iron sheets, and eventually hire someone to finalize the construction project."

"My main focus is to prioritize the education of my daughter, Halua. I understand the importance of her academic journey and the long-term benefits it can provide for her future. Therefore, my primary goal is to use the cash transfers to support her education and ensure that she can complete high school successfully. With the limited financial resources that I have, I aim to allocate the funds toward her school fees, supplies, and any other educational needs that arise. By investing in her education, I hope to provide her with the necessary tools and opportunities for a brighter future."

"I am hopeful that Give Directly will continue providing me with the much-needed cash transfers so that I can focus on treating my health condition. Over the past three years, this ailment has greatly impacted my ability to work and earn a stable income. Unfortunately, the financial constraints I face have made it difficult to access proper medical treatment. Therefore, my primary goal for the next few years is to allocate the cash transfers toward addressing my health issue and regaining my productivity. By receiving the necessary medical care and treatment, I aim to overcome this obstacle. "

"Thanks to the previous cash transfers, I was able to acquire five goats, which I have successfully kept until now. Looking ahead, my goal for the next few years is to expand my herd and increase the number of goats I own. By doing so, I believe that I will have a reliable source of income and support for my family's needs. Having a larger herd will provide me with the opportunity to sell some goats when necessary, allowing me to generate funds that can be used to address the issue of hunger in my household. I am optimistic that this livestock venture will bring stability and alleviate the financial challenges we currently face."

"Despite facing financial constraints, I have several accomplishments that I hope to achieve in the future. One of my main goals is to build a two-room house with mud walls and an iron sheet roof. This would provide better living conditions for both myself and my grandchildren, as our current one-room house is cramped and insufficient. Additionally, I desire to upgrade my sleeping arrangements by purchasing a wooden bed and a comfortable mattress to replace the sisal-twined bed that impairs my sleep quality. However, I understand that these endeavors require a significant amount of money, estimated to be around $500. Although it may seem challenging to gather such funds, I remain hopeful that opportunities and resources will arise to help me achieve these goals."

"In the upcoming years, my objective is to expand my livestock herd by acquiring more goats. I am particularly interested in goat rearing due to their resilience in harsh weather conditions, such as drought, which makes them a suitable choice compared to other livestock. Given my advanced age and inability to engage in work to support my family's needs, building wealth through livestock keeping is the most viable way for me to contribute to household expenses. I intend to allocate the cash transfers I receive toward achieving this goal."

"My ultimate achievement would be to ensure the well-being of my family by providing them with a consistent food supply and supporting the education of my three grandchildren. Presently, our main source of income relies on the sporadic employment opportunities in the construction industry where my son works, which only provides us with enough sustenance for a short period. However, I remain determined to overcome this challenge and work towards a more stable and prosperous future for my family."

"Looking ahead to the future, my aspirations include expanding my livestock holdings beyond the two goats I acquired through previous cash transfers. By allowing these animals to reproduce and increase in number, I aim to establish a dependable and sustainable source of income. As the livestock multiply, I will have the opportunity to sell them, generating funds that can be utilized for various purposes. The income generated from selling the livestock will enable me to purchase food and ensure that everyone in my household has enough to eat. In addition to addressing our immediate needs, I also aspire to utilize the income from the livestock sales to contribute towards my grandchildren's education. "

"I paid $25 to pay off a debt I had on the land we were already inhabiting, and it felt great to know that the land now belongs to me and my family without the risk of being evicted at any moment by the owner. We had a one-roomed mud home on the same land that was too small to even invite a family member or a guest, so we used the transfers to buy all the supplies needed to build a four-roomed house with a balcony. Even if the house we intend to build is still built of mud, we will be content as a family since we will have enough room and at least a respectable house with steel roofing. I've put aside $12 to buy a female calf and rear it until it's old enough to breed and produce milk, which we will sell and earn us some money to pay our expenses."