My greatest ambition would be to drill a borehole near my house. I know it's possible, and it would greatly improve both livestock and crop farming, as well as the overall quality of life for me and my guests. I could grow more crops and sell them with the water, increasing my income and allowing me to do more for myself, my children, and my grandchildren.

The fact that GiveDirectly works directly with recipients, with no middlemen or intermediaries, is where their strength lies. Because of GiveDirectly and what they have done for us, I feel empowered, respected, and heard. I hope they continue to bless others and to walk with us, with whom they have started numerous projects.

Iron sheets are quite expensive and were the main ingredient missing in my home-owning recipe. I grabbed 30 iron sheets as soon as the funds arrived, allowing me to construct a two-bedroom house with a living room, kitchen, and dining area. I also purchased a female heifer to help my farming efforts, which exceeded my wildest dreams. That will allow me to obtain milk and calves to sell. Clothing for myself had previously been a luxury, but I was able to obtain a few items that would help improve my self-image. Stocking up on food in the house was also important; since I'm the only one in the house, I need to make sure I can sustain myself. My daughter recently married and has three children, so she is preoccupied with her family. I despise being a burden, so making certain that I have everything I require gives me great comfort. I expanded my business, which consists of selling fried potato squares for $0.05 per piece, and made sure I had enough stock and float to keep it running for a while. Aside from that, I work on the 3 acres of land I inherited from my father and thank God for the assistance that GiveDirectly has provided to me and my family.

I was doing my daily household chore when I heard a message notification from my phone. When I checked it out I could not believe my eyes, It was a message confirming that I have received some money from GiveDirecly. I immediately inform my sister-in-law and she was so happy too. I knew I would be able to invest in the livestock-keeping project. I stayed for two weeks planning on how to spend the money. I am grateful for the support because it has changed our living standards.

Being in a position to purchase the building materials to renovate my house is the biggest difference in my daily life. We lived in a house with a dusty floor. We are being exposed to dust-related particles which might cause some respiratory-related diseases. It's not easy to maintain these houses. I have always wanted to cement the floor but I did not have the money. I depend on small-scale farming and casual jobs in the village. The amount of money that I would get through this is so small and I was not in a position to buy the materials. Currently, I have purchased all the necessary materials, and I mas still waiting for the workers to start the construction process. I am so happy because I will have a decent floor and I will not be worried like now. GiveDirectly has fulfilled my dream of owning a decent house.

I spent KES 20,000 on purchasing a heifer. I will be able to get enough milk when it reproduces in the next few months. I will cut the daily cost of purchasing milk. I spent KES 7,500 on purchasing cushions, and KES 4,000 on purchasing a blender and household utensils. The remaining amount of money I spend on purchasing food and household items.