"Upon receiving the first transfer, I spent a large sum of money paying off my wife's hospital bills after she was admitted for pregnancy-related complications. I was relieved to receive a second transfer of funds in a timely manner. Sadly, my wife passed away just a week after giving birth due to excessive bleeding. Fortunately, my mother has been taking excellent care of the baby. I used the second transfer to purchase items necessary for the baby's care, such as 10 pieces of infant formula for a total cost of $170, and other essential supplies. Additionally, I paid $10 in examination fees for my elder daughter, who is currently in the fourth grade, as well as bought her a new pair of shoes and a school uniform for $16. I also bought $62 worth of household foodstuffs, including maize and beans. In addition, I invested $60 in a medical insurance card, ensuring that any future hospital visits will be covered, and I will not have to spend as much on medical bills. As the rainy season began, I spent $15 on seeds and fertilizers to plant crops and hopefully yield a better harvest in the upcoming months. The remaining funds were saved to cover emergencies and my children's daily expenses, such as expensive toiletries."

"Education is a matter that is deeply important to me, and I am of the opinion that ensuring my children receive an education is the most significant investment I can make in their future. It is my desire that they acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue their careers successfully. To that end, my goal is to invest a substantial portion of my monthly stipend towards paying their school fees. By doing so, I believe they will be equipped to attract gainful employment, which will guarantee a bright future for themselves, as well as the ability to support me in my old age. This year and beyond, I will prioritize their education by investing in it."

"Thanks to the financial assistance I received, the most significant change in my daily life is that I was able to construct a separate kitchen house. Previously, financial constraints had made it impossible for me to undertake this project. I am incredibly grateful for this gift, as it has transformed my life for the better."

"Acquiring a dairy cow has made the most significant impact on my daily life. It has enabled me to save money that I used to spend daily and has provided me with a reliable source of milk. With the funds from the transfer, I was also able to purchase enough food for my household and settle a long-pending debt. Moreover, I am hopeful that the second transfer will enable me to further my education. I am delighted and grateful for the support that has brought so much happiness to our lives and significantly improved our living standards."

"Receiving my transfer was a turning point for me, as I saw it as an opportunity to uplift my family's living standards. My husband and I mainly rely on farming, which is not always productive, and we have three children to care for. When I received my second transfer, I knew exactly what to do with it. I decided to invest in a dairy cow worth $370, which would help us save money on buying milk every day at the cost of $0.5 per litre. I also used $50 to renovate our house, which had been dilapidated for a while. With the remaining amount, I purchased enough foodstuffs to sustain us for a while. All of these things were impossible to accomplish before due to a lack of funds. I am immensely grateful for the support that has remarkably transformed our lives."

"My primary goal for the year's end is to have a substantial goat herd, which will serve as the foundation of my livestock-selling enterprise. Despite having productive land, my ability to make a living through crop cultivation is hindered by severe weather conditions. Consequently, my solution is to purchase and sell livestock at a considerable profit margin, enabling me to support my children by providing them with food and paying for their education"

"As a father, nothing is more important to me than ensuring that my children receive a good education. I firmly believe that education is the key to their future success and independence. When I see my children studying, it feels me with hope because I know that they have the potential to make a positive impact on the world. To support their education, I plan to expand my goat-rearing business, which has already proven to be a profitable source of income. The profits will go towards paying for my children's school fees, as well as providing for our daily needs. I am grateful to GiveDirectly for their assistance, which has enabled me to invest in my family's future. I am determined to provide my children with the opportunities and resources they need to thrive and achieve their full potential."

"I am passionate about the idea of keeping livestock as a means of generating a sustainable income for myself. However, the drought conditions on my land pose a significant challange but I am not one to back down easily. I am taking a proactive approach to this situation and exploring all possible options. I am looking into investing in drought-resistant breeds of livestock and implementing water conservation practices that can help me overcome the drought conditions."

"The financial support that I received from GiveDirectly was like a God sent because it had been of great support to me. Over the last months, we had been experiencing much drought, a situation that made most of the rivers within the area dry up, and since I also did not have any water storage tanks/containers, I had been undergoing many struggles in terms of storage. The transfer that I received was of great relief to me because I managed to buy a 5000-litre tank worth $350 for water catchment, something that I had been longing for, though I could not get it earlier due to financial constraints. I now feel happy because I will no longer have the same experiences as before. With the transfers, I also managed to pay school fees worth $150 for my child who is currently in his final year of high school, bought clothes for my children worth $8 and also bought food for $42. Thanks to GiveDirectly for enabling me to fulfill my dreams."

"The transfers had been so far of great help to me. At my current age, I feel that could no longer engage in other duties like walking for long distances in search of water, therefore I wanted to install tap water in my home so that I do not struggle much since I also do not have someone to help me out with the duties. Therefore, with the transfers that I received, I spent part of my first transfer and $77 of my second transfer on water installation, and currently, I feel so happy. My last-born child is currently in his final year at the university, and getting money to pay for his school fees had always been quite a challenge, but with GiveDireclty coming into my life, I managed to clear his pending balance of $200. The remaining transfer was also of great help in terms of adding more stock to my fish-selling business where I spent $123 and saved $150 for my future needs. This was a God-sent program and I was very grateful for being one of the beneficiaries."