"I spent $250 on purchasing sofa set seats, beds and tables. I have always wanted to purchase this furniture but I did not have the money. I depend majorly on small-scale farming and the products that I get are so small that I was not able to get the surplus to sell. whenever I had visitors there were no decent seats and this was so demoralizing. I am so happy because I am no longer shy from welcoming visitors into my house like before. I purchase a sky blast for storing clean water for drinking. The remaining amount of money I spent on food, clothes and utensils. I am so grateful because I was able to meet all these items."

"I operate a retail shop and when I received the second transfer I purchase more stock. I spent $200 on stock and correctly I am able to meet the demand of my customers. I had always wished to expand this business but it was not possible because I did not have the money. The profits that I get now are much higher compared to when the stock was small. I use the profits to meet my family's basic needs. I spent $ 40 on purchasing a small water tank for storing clean water for drinking. We are no longer exposed to water-related diseases since we drink clean water, I spent some on plowing my farm and the rest of the money I spent on meeting the basic household needs and clothes for my family members."

"Nothing beats the joy I had, my house was in a deplorable condition and it was really bad. It was grass thatched and old at the same time, getting by grass to replace the old one is a tall order. As a reult, during rainy season the house was inhabitable since it could let in water. It was against this backdrop that I used the transfer to build an iron-roofed house. I used KES 20000 for the construction. I was elated that my house had gotten a new facelift and I no longer worry about the cold during rainy seasons."

"The scarcity of drinking water had been a problem to me and even water for household use was da and could not easily be accessed. The situation was further worsened by my condition, I am aging and as a result, I am not able to carry water on my back for long distances. The transfers could not have come at a better time. When I received the money I never hesitated I went straight to purchase a water tank that cost KES 36000. I also used KES 20000 to dig a water dam that my cows are using. I am so elated since I longer have to travel long distances to look for water, it has saved me all the agony."

"The last time we had adequate rain for our crops was five years ago. It has not been smooth for us because farming is the primary economic activity for the majority of people in the area. Food and water are in short supply, and as a result, the few available items are becoming more expensive. In addition, we have school-aged children, and the drought makes it difficult to cover their tuition costs. I'm grateful to GiveDirectly for making it so simple for us to take care of some of our needs. I paid $40 in school for the tuition of my children throughout the course of the previous three transfers. Two of them are still in elementary school, while one is in his final year of secondary school. We bought three chickens for $10 and used the remaining $52 of my money to buy enough food to last my home for a while. The fact that the chickens have already reproduced makes me happy, and I have faith that some of them will eventually be sold to generate revenue."

"In the coming years, I am hoping that I will be able to fulfil my dream of having tap water in my homestead. My children will no longer have to trek for so many kilometres to search for water. It will be a relief to them. Additionally, I can also decide to start a home garden and plant vegetables."

"It is unbelievable how the cash transfers transformed my family’s living standards, something that I had struggled to accomplish through the little I make from making and selling donuts. The transfers allowed me to settle a $35 school fee debt for my son that had remained unpaid since the academic term began and which cost him a few classes. Gratefully, he has constantly remained in school and has never missed a day of learning ever since. Next, I spent $115 on iron sheets and a door to complete building my new house, a project that had been initiated through the previous transfer. My previous house had become old to an extent of leaking water whenever it rained. Right now, besides owning a brand new leakage-free shelter, am also enjoying the larger space its two rooms provide for my son and me.    "

"I am a lower primary school teacher and a mother of three children. My husband is a hardworking businessman who struggles to make ends meet. My immediate objective is to purchase a sizable tank that I would use to store water and install a tap in my house. In addition, I would like to start my own business of selling vegetables to my neighbors and hire someone to oversee the business.I believe that I would make a lot of profit and better my families lives."

"My goal is to continue seeking proper medical care for my spouse who needs to undergo an operation this year. I intend to sell some livestock to get his medication. This will restore the happiness that we had been missing for many years. In addition, I need to purchase another water tank that will enable me to store enough water for sell to the neighbour to earn an additional income."

"GiveDirectly has been a terrific resource for us. We are all more content and grateful to the organization so much. I no longer have to lug water two hours away from my house because I have a fresh water tap that is always running. Not only do I appreciate the organization, but I'm also pleased with it. As of right now, I can think of no area where the company has performed poorly."