While I'm still in college, my transfers are mainly allocated to buying food to sustain me during my studies. In addition, I consistently set aside $20 each month, specifically designated for acquiring materials to support my tailoring work. This deliberate financial strategy allows me to address my immediate needs while simultaneously investing in the future expansion of my entrepreneurial endeavors. Thus, in the coming year and beyond, I intend to continue utilizing my transfers in the same manner, as I will still be pursuing my education

In the upcoming year and beyond, I am determined to launch a tailoring business, leveraging the expertise I've gained through my coursework. With the significant responsibility of providing for my younger siblings, I understand the critical need to establish a reliable income source. This endeavor goes beyond meeting our immediate needs; it's about laying the groundwork for lasting financial security. My goal is to establish a sustainable enterprise that not only addresses our day-to-day necessities but also sets the stage for future prosperity.

As I completed my tailoring course last year, I utilized $24 from my transfers to cover the tuition fees, enabling me to successfully conclude the program. Subsequently, I allocated $10 towards the acquisition of educational resources such as sewing needles, threads, and fabric for practical exercises at the institution. Concurrently, I have been diligently saving funds in preparation for the purchase of a new sewing machine, a crucial step in establishing a tailoring enterprise. Presently, my savings amount to $90, with an optimistic outlook for further accumulations to facilitate the acquisition of the sewing machine. Additionally, I directed $10 towards acquiring five hens, with the intent to raise and subsequently sell them for a profit as they mature. Furthermore, I expended $20 on clothing, shoes, and hairstyling. I express immense satisfaction with the financial assistance received thus far, as it has empowered me to obtain essential skills for potential income generation.

Having completed my tailoring course, the next course of action is to buy a sewing machine so that I can put the skills I learned in school into practice and earn some income. I have so far saved $90, and the price of a sewing machine is $150. In addition to the sewing machine, I also want to buy clothing materials and open a shop where I will be working. I am very happy with the financial assistance, and I am optimistic about having a better life with the help of the financial transfers.

I used the GiveDirectly money I received in a way that significantly improved my life. Enrolled in a tailoring course at a nearby college, I faced the constant struggle of covering my school fees, given my parents' unreliable income sources. The transfers I received were a true blessing because it gave me a sigh of relief in terms of my education. With the amount I got, I was able to pay off my $12 worth of school fees, securing my education and future prospects. Additionally, I invested $22.70 in purchasing new clothes and a pair of shoes, as my old attire was worn out and no longer presentable. The financial assistance from GiveDirectly not only alleviated my immediate financial burdens but also filled me with immense gratitude for the support that has made a positive impact on my life and aspirations.

My goal is to buy my own sewing machine and set up a tailoring shop after completing my tailoring course by the end of this year. I joined the tailoring school after finishing high school, and witnessing my family's financial struggles, I've been driven by the desire to provide them with a stable source of income. To achieve this, I am diligently saving a portion of my monthly transfers, determined to invest in the necessary equipment and launch my own tailoring business, ultimately improving my family's quality of life and securing our future.

We are seven children at home with myself as the oldest and my follower is eighteen but has been sickly and out of school. My dad burns stumps to make charcoal which he sells and this his only source of income. I had not gotten a chance to study since I cleared my national exams due to heavy burden on my parents financially. Givediretcly transfers has enabled me to pursue my tailoring passion. I spend $12 monthly to pay for my schooling and since am away from home due to school I set aside $10 to facilitate my lunch while around $12 goes into buying sewing kits and new threads as well as clothes to use in my classes. I spend about $2 for each sewing project in school. Last month I decided to save towards buying a sewing machine that will cost $12. I set aside $1 which makes me feel empowered and sure that I will eventually get to my goal and buy a sewing machine for business.

I am aiming to venture into fashion design and tailoring business when I clear school. I do not own a sewing machine and I am saving money from my transfers to ensure I can afford to buy one. I am passionate about tailoring and sewing and that is why I took this path and I hope it becomes a source of income for me and the family.

After high school, I decided that I will go to a tailoring school to perfect the passion I had for tailoring. On 9th October last year, my dad decided to take me to school and lucky enough I was able to qualify and be selected as one of GiveDirectly's recipients. The fact that I will be receiving transfers has given my dad an easy time because I am able to pay my own school fees of $12 monthly without any problem.After joining school, I used $10 to buy myself new clothes to look good and presentable because the ones I had were torn and worn out. I also went and bought 2 chicken using $10 to add to the ones that I have at home. The money I receive from GiveDirectly has really helped me in achieving my dreams and goals. Thank you so much GiveDirectly.

The moment I finish college I'm planning to go look for a well paying job. First, I will work to earn enough money and buy all the machines that are required for tailoring. I will also be saving the transfers I get and I believe after I raise enough I will start my own fashion store. I will be making and selling clothes at affordable prices that will make me get huge profits and give back to my society.

Receiving money every month from GiveDirectly has given me hope for a better tomorrow, I am a student currently studying tailoring and design at a near college, With the monthly transfer, I can pay the college fees by myself thus, relieving my parent. It was not easy for them before, because they had other children to pay school fees for. I used $12 on school fees and then used $13 to buy clothes. Then, finally, used the remaining amount of $5 to purchase a hen. I am so happy about the transfer that has continued to uplift our lives.

People were financially empowered, and the support from GiveDirectly gave people an opportunity to get out of an awful situation by giving us unconditional cash. So far I haven't seen things that needed to be corrected.

My parents are impoverished and struggle to support the family. They primarily rely on making and selling charcoal to raise funds for food for the family, so they struggle to pay school fees. As a result, I considered dropping out of school because my fees were already piling up. However, after GD enrolled me in the program, I became optimistic. As soon as I received my first transfer, I used it all to pay my school fees. I had been sent home the day before for failing to pay my school fees, but I had no idea where I would get the money. I am grateful that I can now study comfortably with few distractions.

The most significant difference in my life since receiving my first transfer is being able to study comfortably. I was initially concerned. After all, I could be sent home at any time because my arrears were piling up. However, with the first transfer, I have made a commitment and the school be more lenient with me shortly. This will allow me to concentrate on my studies and perform better. Without that transfer, I am sure I would have given up on my studies due to the difficult circumstances we have been in.

I was overjoyed that evening when I finally learned of my transfer. I missed school that day because I had been sent home for failing to pay my school fees. Because I didn't know where to get the money, I decided to study at home that day. I was so convinced that with such special assistance, my dream of focusing and succeeding in my studies seemed to come true, and this is what has kept me hopeful in life. Indeed, the GiveDirectly support form is unique and beneficial to underprivileged individuals like myself.