I am a farmer, and I initially planned to use my second transfer to plant green grams on my half a acre of land. Unfortunately, after clearing the land, my plans had to change when my daughter fell seriously ill and was diagnosed with heart and kidney problems. This shifted my priorities, and I had to focus on her medication and treatment instead of the farm. However, I am not giving up on my farming ambitions. I am now planning to use part of my final transfer to plant something on the land, though I am still unsure which crop, since the season for green grams has passed. If I manage to plant successfully, I will dedicate the profits to further farming activities while continuing to prioritize my daughter’s medical needs.

What impressed me most about GiveDirectly is its sincerity and honesty in delivering on its promises. After the community meeting, they assured us that enrollments would begin, and they followed through exactly as they said. Once enrolled, I was informed of the amount I would receive, and it arrived as promised, allowing me to plan how I would use the money even before it came. This support has had a profound impact, especially in helping me address my daughter's medical needs, and I will be forever grateful. I have no suggestions for improvement, only prayers for continued blessings on GiveDirectly as they continue to support more people in need.

At the time I received my second transfer, my daughter was seriously unwell, having been diagnosed with both heart and kidney problems. We were in a tough situation as I had borrowed $170 to cover her initial treatment, which I managed to repay using the transfer. I also spent an additional $100 on her follow-up checkups, knowing it was crucial to stay on top of her medical care. I saved $50 from the transfer to cover future clinic visits, as I expected more ahead. Additionally, my son, who is in secondary school, had outstanding fees of $90, so I used $50 to reduce the balance, leaving $40 to pay later. Food had also been a challenge, especially with my daughter's health issues, as we relied solely on casual jobs. We had taken $40 worth of food on credit from a local kiosk, which I cleared with part of the transfer. I then spent $20 on more food for the family, which sustained us for a while. With the remaining $20, I gave it to my wife to buy clothes for herself and our two daughters, as their old ones were worn out. Thank you, GiveDirectly, for the support.

I was at my neighbor's farm doing some casual work when the message arrived, just as I finished for the day. The moment I saw the notification, my heart jumped with joy—I knew it was the money from GiveDirectly. I couldn’t wait to share the news, so I immediately called my wife, who was at her mother’s home, and told her the money had finally come. I asked her to come home quickly so we could sit down and plan how to use it. We needed to budget carefully, especially for the school fees that had been keeping me up at night. My children were close to being sent home, but now there was hope we could pay in time.

Before receiving the transfer, life was very difficult because my wife and I struggled to save money from our casual jobs, which only paid us $3 a day. This small amount was barely enough for food, and saving for school fees was nearly impossible. We were constantly worried about how to keep our children in school. However, after receiving the money from GiveDirectly, things changed. I was able to pay the school fees, which took away a lot of stress. Now, we can focus on other needs, and I feel much more at ease.

Life has been a constant struggle for me and my family, especially with five children to care for. My wife and I often rely on casual jobs just to cover the basics—mostly for school fees and food. The hardest part has been my daughter's illness. She suffers from liver cirrhosis, and her medication costs more than we can ever manage to save. Every month is a battle, and without a steady source of income, we’ve been living day by day, unsure how long we could keep going. When the cash transfer arrived, it felt like a heavy weight had been lifted from my shoulders. I immediately used $120 to pay my children's school fees, which brought immense relief as they were close to being sent home. The pressure of balancing their education with our other needs had been overwhelming, but with that money, I knew they could stay in school for a little while longer. Additionally, I spent $60 on food, ensuring my family wouldn’t have to worry about meals for some time.Although my daughter’s illness remains a major challenge, and we still need a lot of money for her treatment, I’m grateful for the chance to breathe a little easier. Knowing that my children’s education and basic needs are secure, this has given me some peace of mind.