In the coming years, I want to focus on farming to improve my family’s future. When I harvest my tomatoes, I plan to use the money to replant maize and buy livestock. The livestock will provide a source of income and security for us. Additionally, I will use some of the profits to pay the school fees for my children, ensuring they have a good education. I believe that by investing in farming and livestock, I can create a stable future for my family. My goal is to continue working hard and build a better life for all of us.

GiveDirectly has done well by promising us money, and they definitely delivered on that promise. This support has helped us improve our lives in many ways, and we are grateful for it. The assistance we received has made a real difference in our daily living. I haven’t seen anything bad from GiveDirectly, and everything has gone smoothly. They kept their word, which is something we truly appreciate. I believe that with continued support, our lives will keep getting better.

The struggles of farming with limited resources have been tough, but this cash transfer gave me a chance to turn things around. I decided to invest $300 in tomato seeds to plant on one acre of land. Although it was an expensive investment, I know that tomatoes have the potential for a high profit, and this could help me secure a better future for my family. Growing tomatoes will give me the income I need, something I didn't have before, as I lacked the capital to plant anything beyond maize.In addition, I spent $150 on a cupboard to keep my fragile utensils safe. Before, I had no place to store them properly, and they were always at risk of getting damaged. The cupboard will help organize our home and protect our belongings, which is important for keeping our daily life running smoothly. This small change in our home makes a big difference, and I am so grateful to have it.I have two children, and both my husband and I are farmers. We've always worked hard, but we didn't have the capital to grow beyond basic farming. Since receiving the cash transfer, I have seen real changes in our life. With the new investment in tomatoes and the furniture, I now feel more secure and hopeful about the future. My family’s situation has improved, and I believe that this investment will continue to pay off in the coming years.

I was at home busy with my house chores while my children were at school and my husband was spraying our tomato crops. My phone was in another room, and when I heard a notification, I rushed to check and confirmed that I had received $200 from GiveDirectly. I found myself smiling alone; if you had seen me, you might have thought I was mad. I couldn't wait for my husband's return that evening, so I called him to share the good news. He sounded really happy over the phone. We knew our plans were going to be realized. We are grateful, GiveDirectly.

A day before receiving my transfer, our son had been sent home for school fees, which caused us a lot of stress. Because of the recent rains, we lost all our crops that we relied on, and we didn't have any other means but to plan to sell our goat to send him back to school. Fortunately, the money from GiveDirectly arrived at the perfect time. I didn't have to sell my goat, and I was able to send my child back to school. Thank you, GiveDirectly.

Upon receiving my first transfer from GiveDirectly, my husband and I prioritized paying the school fees for our son in boarding school, who had been sent home the previous day. We paid $100 of his $150 arrears. We had been planning to sell our goat to send him back to school since we had no other alternatives because we rely on crop farming to meet our needs. Unfortunately, recent rains have caused us to lose all our crops to floods. We used all our savings to plant the current tomato farm, which needed more fungicide to protect it from blight and pests. We spent $60 of the remaining amount on purchasing fungicides. Additionally, we bought a few food items worth $27 because getting something on the table was a real struggle after losing all our crops and spending all our savings on replanting. I was left with $13, which I spent on household items. Thank you, GiveDirectly, for your timely support. We didn’t have to sell our goat; our child is back in school, and our tomato crop is flourishing, awaiting harvest.