"RE " I always wanted to get enroll for Zwedru community college entrance, but i could not afford the cost on my own. But with this givedirectly cash program, i have registered for the entrance this year, wish am very happy and thankfully for. I am indeed happy seeing myself accomplish so much in a very short period of time, my school and my business. The two most important things in my life right now"."

"Providing for my family of three has been a challenging endeavor, particularly as we rely on unpredictable subsistence farming and casual labor for sustenance. However, since receiving my initial transfer, I have been able to allocate $70 towards purchasing essential food items that we continue to utilize. Furthermore, I spent $32 on acquiring new wall nets and tablecloths, which have enhanced the appearance of my residence. As I depart for my casual labor each morning, I am filled with gratitude towards GiveDirectly. Additionally, I invested $15 in the purchase of five chickens, which I am currently raising with the intention of breeding and selling their products in the future. Moreover, I spent $30 to procure a chicken coop, which I transported back home for a mere $5."

"Five years ago, my grandson's father passed away, and his mother left him with me to pursue a new relationship. Since then, I have been taking care of him as my own. Upon receiving the first transfer, I felt a strong need to secure my grandson's education by paying his school fees, which amounted to $80. I wanted him to have ample time to learn and thrive, and seeing his joy at the news was a heartwarming experience. Additionally, I spent $2 on a simple chair and $7 on three pairs of my second-hand dresses. I also bought two water cans for $3 and spent $60 on foodstuff that has been sustaining us ever since. As I eagerly await the second transfer, I plan to buy more food to ensure our continued well-being. i saved the remaining $30 for future purchases of household goods. I am immensely grateful to GiveDirectly for the support that has made a significant difference in my life and that of my grandson."

"I was spending time with my grandchildren when I received a message from GiveDirectly, but since I am unable to read, I had to rely on my grandchildren to read the message for me. They confirmed that it was indeed from GiveDirectly. I was overjoyed upon receiving the first transfer, and immediately informed my helper who was not home at the time. He returned around 5:00 pm, and the following day, he helped me collect the money before we made our first purchases."

"When GiveDirectly promised to provide me with funds, I knew it would be the best investment for me and my family. We decided to prioritize purchasing a water tank to reduce the daily cost of buying water, which had become very expensive, as we needed at least $2 per day. The streams were far away, and due to my age, it was challenging for me to collect water. As I am not currently working and depend on my children for support, this expense was a significant burden. I live with my daughter and two grandchildren, and while I am unsure of the exact cost of the water tank due to my age, I did purchase additional food supplies. I am eternally grateful for the kindness and generosity we received."

"While I was at the shopping center, my son approached me with the unexpected news that GiveDirectly had sent me money. I had entrusted him with the responsibility of handling the Mpesa transaction, and I was filled with disbelief and joy. It was by far the most uplifting news I had received in a long time. Overwhelmed with happiness, we returned home and began discussing plans for cashing out the money. I am deeply grateful for the support that has significantly transformed my life."

"As a farmer and part-time casual worker, it has always been a challenge for me and my husband to provide for our family of seven children comfortably. This is because he works at the county where they go for months without pay due to the current inflation in our country. However, the financial support I received came as a huge relief. I immediately knew that I had to prioritize paying my children's school fees, which amounted to $100, to ensure that their education wouldn't be disrupted. With $30, I bought a bay of maize, which helped sustain our family's food supply. Finally, with the remaining amount, I was able to purchase some much-needed clothes and seat cushions, which made our home more comfortable. I am immensely grateful for the assistance that allowed us to address our needs and enhance our living standards."

"Receiving the transfer was a turning point for me as it provided an opportunity to improve my family's standard of living and gave me hope for a better future. My husband works as a police officer in the city, but unfortunately, he chose to neglect our four children and me. His lack of support made life unbearable, and I had to work extra hard to provide for my children by farming and working on other people's farms. The timely support was a Godsend as my son had been sent home to collect school fees, and I used $100 to clear the arrears. I also spent $55 on buying manure and used the remaining funds on foodstuffs. The support made things seamless for us, and I am deeply grateful for it."

"As an elderly person, I no longer have the energy to engage in manual labor and have to rely on my children for financial support. However, their contributions are not always sufficient as they also have their own responsibilities to tend to. I reside with my grandchild, and upon receiving my transfer, I decided to purchase two plastic chairs valued at $16 since I did not have any in the house. Additionally, I acquired a mattress worth $30 and spent $20 on medication. The remaining funds were set aside to cover our daily food expenses. All this was not possible before because our main focus was on foodstuffs. We are grateful for the timely support from the organization."

"At around 3:00 pm, I was working on the farm when I heard my neighbors cheering and celebrating. Curious, I decided to go home and check my phone, which had turned off earlier. To my delight, I discovered that I had received the long-awaited payment from GiveDirectly. My husband and I had planned and budgeted for the money, so we were excited to start using it immediately. We collected the money from the nearby shopping center and were ready to put them to good use."