"My children and I currently do not have a proper home to sleep in. Right now, I sleep in a very small kitchen, where I take my bedding outside in the morning to make space for cooking and bring it back in the evening when it is time for bed. Also, my children have to borrow places to sleep from relatives, and this has been incredibly frustrating for me. To change this, I started a journey to build a three-room house for my family using the transfers that I received from GiveDirectly. My plan for this year and beyond is to continue using a portion of my transfers to buy building materials, ensuring that my house reaches completion. I feel so excited and happy to see the progress on my house and to imagine living there with my children. Additionally, with my kids in school, I am committed to using another portion of my transfers to pay their school fees so they can continue their education. I am truly grateful for the opportunities that GiveDirectly has provided for me and my family."

"I have an oxen disc plough, and my dream has always been to have my own set of cows that I would use plow my farm instead of borrowing from other people. I may even hire these cows with the disc plough for some extra income to support my family. To achieve this dream, I have been gradually buying goats, hoping that one day I can trade them for the cows I desire. Recently, I spent $45 of my transfers to buy two goats, believing they will multiply and eventually help me get the cows I need. Also, this year has been particularly tough, as we faced a prolonged sunny season that led to drought and left us vulnerable to hunger and so I spent another $27 of my transfers to buy food for my family, ensuring we have enough to eat during these challenging times. Additionally, I used $20 to pay school fees for my three children, ensuring they can continue their education without interruption. Lastly, I spent the remaining $10 to acquire birth certificates for my children, which were urgently needed for school enrollment. I am deeply grateful for the support I have received, as it enables me to work towards my dreams while ensuring my family’s immediate needs are met."

"With two children in secondary school, one of whom is in their final year, keeping up with their school fees is essential to me. Recently, I used $55 of my GiveDirectly transfers to cover their fees, giving them the stability they need to fully focus on their studies. There is no greater joy than knowing my children can continue their education, a reality made possible by this invaluable support. Our region has been harshly impacted by drought and hunger, so I also used $19 to buy food for my family, ensuring we had enough to eat in these challenging times. With the remaining $25 of my transfers, I was able to purchase a goat to add to the small flock I already have. My hope is that, over time, these goats will multiply, eventually allowing me to trade them for male cows to help plow my farm. This support from GiveDirectly has been a lifeline, providing my family with stability and allowing us to plan for a better future. I am incredibly grateful, and I look forward to brighter days ahead with renewed hope and a deep sense of appreciation."

"As I mentioned before, my current home is too small to comfortably accommodate my family, so I am still working toward my dream of building a new, larger, two-roomed house. With the ongoing support from GiveDirectly, my plan this year and beyond is to keep gradually purchasing building materials. I intend to use income from my side hustles, such as cooking and selling food, to bring this dream closer to reality. Also, with my children in school, I am committed to using part of my transfers to cover their school fees, ensuring they can continue their education without disruption. Additionally, I plan to save a portion of each transfer to eventually buy more goats, hoping they will multiply over time and become a valuable resource for us that we can rely on especially when this program ends. I am truly grateful for the support and opportunities GiveDirectly has provided for my family and me."

"The transfers from GiveDirectly have brought so much hope to my family, especially in securing my children’s education. For the coming year and beyond, I plan to continue dedicating part of these funds to cover their school fees, ensuring they can stay in school and focus on their studies. In addition, I intend to invest another portion of the transfers in livestock, such as goats and chickens, with the hope that they will multiply and grow in value over time. These animals will become a valuable asset, providing us with a stable source of support, especially for the future when this program ends. I am truly grateful for the support GiveDirectly has provided. It has given us a brighter outlook on what lies ahead."

"The transfer will enhance our living standards, we plan to invest well. Fishing is the main economic activity due to proximity to Lake Baringo. I plan to spend $100 to set up a place to fry fish and sell. It will give me about $5 daily profit, enough to meet daily household food needs. Since education elevates once life. We plan to invest about $500 on our children's education. Our daughter wants to join college and the others are still at a secondary level. Its always sad seeing our children at home not being able to pursue their dreams. It will make me happy when they all join school. Goat and poultry farming is convenient here due to the hot climate. There are enough feeds for goats and chicken require little food. We plan to spend the rest of the transfer on this. We'll be able to sell eggs or even sell goats in the future. Three goats for a start is good. One goat is sold at approximately $50."

"My plan is to ensure that I educate my children by focusing more on farming. I want them to have opportunities that I didn’t have, so they won’t have to stay at home like I did. By growing crops and raising livestock, I hope to generate enough income to pay for their school fees. I believe that with a good education, they can build better lives for themselves. Additionally, I want to teach them the value of hard work in farming, so they can appreciate the effort it takes to succeed. My ultimate goal is to see them thrive in their studies and create a brighter future for our family."

"My plan for the coming years is to focus entirely on farming. I believe that with hard work and dedication, I can generate enough income to pay for my children's school fees. It is essential for me to ensure they continue their education so they can build better futures for themselves. I want them to grow up with the skills and knowledge that will allow them to help our family in the future. Additionally, by investing in our farm, I hope to create a sustainable source of income that will support us all. This way, we can overcome the challenges we faced and thrive together as a family."

"My plan is to focus on farming by planting green grams and beans, as they require fewer expenses and ripen in less than three months. This approach will help me grow food for my family and potentially earn income by selling the surplus. I believe that investing in these crops will provide immediate benefits and support my children's education. Additionally, I aim to create a sustainable source of food at home, reducing our reliance on casual jobs. I hope to build a better future for my family through these efforts. Overall, I am determined to make the most of this opportunity and improve our lives."

"In the coming years, I want to focus on farming by planting beans and vegetables because they grow quickly, usually in about two months. This fast turnaround will help me generate income to pay for my children's school fees. Furthermore, I hope to have enough surplus food at home, ensuring my family is well-fed. I believe that with careful planning and hard work, I can improve our living situation. By prioritizing crops that yield quickly, I can create a stable foundation for my family’s future. Ultimately, my goal is to provide a better life for my children and help them succeed in their education."