As I lay awake, envisioning my future, I dream of the day when fortune will smile upon me, and money will cease to be a worry. When that day arrives, my heart swells with a singular goal; to concentrate on my children's education. With unwavering determination, I'll invest every penny in nurturing their minds, shaping their dreams, and carving paths to greatness. Education, I believe, is the ultimate inheritance one can bestow upon their offspring—a legacy that endures through generations. As I witness their intellectual growth and witness the spark of knowledge illuminating their eyes, I'll know that my greatest accomplishment is not measured in material wealth, but in the knowledge that I have given my children the tools to conquer the world with wisdom and compassion.

The impact of the financial support has been nothing short of transformative for our entire community. From providing opportunities for education to creating sustainable businesses, GiveDirectly's kindness has touched every villager's life. We are elated and proud to be associated with such a thoughtful organization. Their outstanding work has inspired us all to support and promote their mission so that more lives can be positively affected. We congratulate GiveDirectly on a job well done and will forever cherish the difference they've made in our lives.

Receiving the cash transfers from GiveDirectly was a blessing that transformed my life in ways I could have never imagined. With $150, I finally completed the roofing of my house, turning it into a spacious and comfortable home for my family. The old, cramped space will now serve as a dedicated kitchen, where we can cook and share meals. Additionally, I invested $170 in purchasing a cow, a precious asset that will provide us with a steady supply of milk, improving our nutrition and even allowing us to sell any surplus to generate extra income. The transformative power of cash transfers didn't stop there. With $55, I bought two goats, ensuring a sustainable source of income through their offspring. Since education is paramount in securing a brighter future for my children, so I gladly allocated $59 to pay their school fees, providing them with access to knowledge and opportunities. Lastly, I used the remaining amount to buy essential food supplies, filling our home with hope and security as far as food is concerned. GiveDirectly not only gave us monetary assistance but also opened doors to a better life, and for that, I am forever grateful.

I was on my way home from tilling my farm when I got two successive message alerts on my phone. I was curious to know the contents, and for some time, I thought they were the normal promotional messages from service providers, but on checking, it was a Mpesa message, informing me that I had received my first transfer from GiveDirectly. I was greatly overjoyed and I began planning how I could purchase building materials to finish building my house.

Being in a polygamous family and depending on my husband, who sells charcoal as the only source of income, has made it challenging to even afford a decent house to live in. Living in a simple grass-thatched hut with my co-wife and the children was really distressing. Additionally, the hut itself is small and leaks when it rains. I am happy that when I received my first transfer, I was able to purchase iron sheets and timber in order to complete building the new house. I will no longer have to worry about my items being rained on, it's secure and spacious enough for us all.

I had begun building a new house, but it stalled for some time since I did not have enough financial resources to purchase the remaining building materials. When I received the transfer, I managed to buy the materials and went on with the construction to completion. I purchased 20 pieces of iron sheets and timber for roofing. Apart from this, I also purchased three goats for Ksh. 7500 and added them to my existing goat shed. These are assets that I can rely on, sell the offspring and raise fees for my children in the near future as they progress with their education. I also paid Ksh 5,000 to clear fee arrears for my five children currently in school. I am at peace now because they were allowed to continue with their studies, and I have ample time to prepare for the next payment. I finally did some shopping for food, which included a 90kg bag of maize that can last for a month, and ensured that food was plentiful in my household.