I am immensely thankful for the support I received, as it has had a profound impact on my life. Dealing with financial constraints and unpredictable weather patterns in our region made it difficult for me to set clear goals. However, the assistance I received, particularly the generous aid that significantly boosted my income, has been a tremendous blessing. It has provided me with newfound hope and opportunities for a better future, and for that, I am truly grateful.

One aspect that particularly impressed me was the equitable empowerment of all beneficiaries. Every individual felt valued and respected throughout the process. As of now, I have not come across any areas that require correction or improvement. The sensitization meetings organized by GiveDirectly were incredibly informative and eye-opening. The field officers conducted these sessions with exceptional skill, effectively introducing us to the program. They took the time to ensure that we fully understood all aspects, including the workings of Mpesa and the methods to secure our funds. Their patience in allowing us ample time to ask questions and express our perspectives was truly commendable. The program's execution has been impeccable, leaving me with a positive and appreciative outlook on the entire experience.

Upon receiving my second transfer, I made a significant decision to invest a considerable sum into farming, as it serves as the backbone of my sustainability and remains my primary source of income. With this in mind, I allocated $300 towards planting maize, a venture that was previously unattainable due to the lack of a steady income. The remainder of the funds was wisely spent on purchasing foodstuffs, effectively alleviating our severe hunger. As a widow and farmer, I am blessed with one grown child and currently live with my grandchild. The prospect of a bumper harvest becoming a reality in such a short period fills me with immense joy and hope. This newfound financial stability has brought me optimism for a brighter future ahead.

I felt so happy the moment I received money from GiveDirectly.The money came at a time that we did not have food having experienced long periods of drought within our area. We were in deep thought of how we could get enough money to buy food as well as meet other immediate needs for the family. I felt so much happy to have received the money at that particular time. I took my time to rethink of how I was going to spend the money and reap maximumly from it.

The biggest difference in my daily life is that I am no longer living a stressful life like I used to do before. I am now a very happy mother having bought a dairy cow knowing very well that I will be able to make more money in future.

I used $500 to buy food for my family, another $1000 to buy clothes for my children and another $1000 to improve our home. $1000 was used to improve my farming practices and the remaining amount was used to buy a heifer. Buying a heifer was on top of my priority list since I had a piece of land where I would take care of it in there. I had been unable to do all these investments since I depend so much on farming that earns me very little amount of money hardly enough to make ends meet.