I am a single mother of one, and my livelihood depends on farming. When I received my third transfer, I knew that building a decent house was a priority. The old house I was living in required renovations, but I lacked the means to do so. Raising significant amounts of money at once had always been challenging for me. With the transfer, I finally had the opportunity to improve my living conditions. I wisely invested $380 in the construction of a new house, a significant step towards providing a better living space for myself and my child. The remaining amount was used to purchase essential foodstuffs, ensuring our well-being. I am forever grateful for the support that has uplifted my living standards and granted us the gift of financial freedom. The opportunity to build a proper home and secure enough food has made a tremendous difference in our lives. The kindness and assistance received have left a lasting impact, and I will cherish the positive changes it brought to our lives. With this newfound stability, I am determined to continue working hard and provide a brighter future for my family. Thank you for helping me turn my dreams into reality.

GiveDirectly's operations were not only seamless but also highly enlightening. The way their officers introduced the program during the sensitization meetings was exceptional, ensuring that we grasped all the essential information. Their patience in allowing us ample time to ask questions and express our opinions was truly commendable. Above all, what left the most significant impression on me was the respect they accorded us as beneficiaries. Their genuine regard for our perspectives and well-being made us feel truly valued and appreciated. The entire experience with GiveDirectly was nothing short of outstanding, and I am grateful for the opportunity to be part of such a thoughtful and respectful organization.

My goal for the upcoming year is to purchase a parcel of land, as I am currently residing on my parent's property. To achieve this objective, I have a well-thought-out plan in place. I intend to utilize the profits generated from my farming endeavors, particularly from the upcoming maize harvest, to fund the purchase of the land. This way, I can secure a place to call my own and achieve greater independence.

I am a single mother to one child. I have never been married and still live on my father's land. Although it's insufficient for all our needs, I rely on farming for a living. I spent $200 of my second transfer to purchase tomato seedlings and an extra $200 on other crops such as maize and butternut. The remaining amount of money was spent on the purchase of foodstuff. I will always be thankful for the help I received from GiveDirectly which allowed me to plant with ease and hope for a bountiful harvest.

GiveDirectly's programs were fair and open; we were all treated well from the moment they arrived in the neighborhood, and they made sure to visit every home and determine the actual state of affairs there. The help we received from GiveDirectly changed our lives and increased our standard of living. They didn't discriminate against anyone while assisting and empowering our community. I didn't point out any flaws or things that weren't done with the utmost integrity.

In the coming years, my family's next investment would be the purchase of a piece of land. This is because I still live on family land, which is not very comfortable. Before now, it has not been simple because of financial restrictions. I, therefore, intend to use the farm's earnings to accomplish this goal. Above all, I will always be grateful for the outstanding accomplishments I have made thus far.

Being a single mother is not easy as I raise my only son in this current tough economy of our country. My parents are aged and thus can't look after themselves and I'm tasked with ensuring they are well taken care of. I do farming. When my initial transfer got to me, I used $90 on buying seedlings in readiness for the next planting season. I later bought fencing wire mesh for $50 to put around my piece of land. Additionally, I spent $30 buying clothes seeing that it was a festive season. The remaining amount was spent on buying sugar. The transfer made life simpler for us. In my entire life, I've not witnessed such a noble gesture, and we are privileged to be among the beneficiaries.

The biggest difference is that my life has changed amazingly and I am grateful. I am optimistic that the harvest from the farm will bring a financial breakthrough and a total blessing. This is because this would mean that my child would have enough to eat and also good education. Above all, it brought happiness to our lives because for us Christmas came early. I am glad that I would be able to accomplish it.

I was having a normal day, just like any other day. Routine house chores when suddenly I heard my phone ringing. On checking, it was a text message notifying me that I had received money from GiveDirectly. I was filled with joy. This was the best news I had received in a while. I felt relieved because I knew I'd be able to accomplish my goals. I recall sharing the good news with my elderly parents who were equally excited and happy for me.