"Due to the drought we are currently facing, we must budget for water because it is scarce. I am grateful for the assistance because it allowed me to meet my family's needs including food and water. Each of the 100 liters we consume each day costs $0.8. Therefore, the food and water that have kept us alive for the past three months cost me $79 total. Thanks to the transfers because it made it possible.  We are fortunate to have five primary-age children, and at the time I received the most recent transfer, I used some of it to pay the $25 arrear that was keeping them from taking the end-of-year exam. For my family's food, I used the remaining $19 of my money. I make charcoal and provide it to them. Although I burn charcoal and supply it to customers in our area, I do not get much money from it. Since charcoal is the main source of revenue in our area, the majority of the trees have been exhausted, and there are no longer any trees available for the production of charcoal. We are appreciative of the help because it has improved our financial situation."

"I am appreciative of the support because it has made it easier for me to get to and from the medical facility because of a health condition that necessitates me to visit the clinic every month for checkups. My transportation to and from the medical center has thus been made possible by $21 of the transfers during the past three months. In order to allow my kids to take the end-of-year exam, I paid $5 in school to clear the arrears they owed the school and I spent $50 on food and water for my family. Giving us support at this time was a terrific idea because we are now suffering from a drought that has caused a shortage of water and food and an increase in their prices. I operate a small entertainment venue in a neighboring business district, but because it is in a rural area, I do not earn much money from it. Without the support, it would have been difficult for me to meet my household's needs. I still have $10 saved up to use later to cover our everyday living expenses."

"Due to the adverse effects of drought, nutrition has been one of the biggest and constant predicaments that my family and I have experienced, and not only my family but also the entire village as well. Therefore I was over the moon when I noticed that the money had actually been sent out and so I decided to spend most part of it on nutrition. I initially spent KES 1,400 by purchasing Maize instead of maize flour. The maize weighed twenty kilograms and I bought that instead of the flour because it was less costly and it would last us longer. Afterwards I proceeded to spend KES 1,700 on purchasing groceries which included tomatoes, kale, potatoes sardines and I also spent a portion of that money to buy drinking water because it was scarce. lastly I remained with a balance of KES 300 which I used it to purchase a hen."

"I finished my secondary education in March of this year. My family lives in poverty, so I am unable to continue my university studies. Fortunately, I was able to land a job as a shopkeeper selling mattresses on commission. Finding potential buyers has been challenging due to the challenging economic conditions in the nation, which has had an impact on my income. I was therefore happy to receive my transfer because I used a significant amount of it to buy food and water for my family. Finding water for domestic use is a major challenge for us in the village. Given how much water we use each day, a 20 liter jerrican of water costs $0.5, which is a lot of money. Along with purchasing food and water, I spent $10 on a bed. I've been sleeping on an uncomfortable makeshift bed made out of sacks for the last ten years. I'm relieved that the new bed will give me the comfort I require."

"I have one son in secondary school and two others in primary, awaiting to join form one. I plan to clear fees areas of $200 for the one in secondary. In addition I need to save $400 for the two who'll be joining secondary school next year. This means that my children will be able to study for a better future. Since we also have rationed piped water into our home. I'll buy a water tank for $300, from this I can store 5000 liters. I will then plant vegetables consistently. In a week I can sell at least $10 worth of vegetables. This means I can buy food for my family and also make savings."

"The funds from GiveDirectly were instrumental in changing the quality of life for my wife. son and myself. Prior to receiving the funds, we were living in a mad house that was far from ideal for us. When it rained the house leaked, and that in itself is enough to paint a picture of how dire things were, construction wise on the house. After receiving the funds, it was all hands on deck, and in no time we had constructed a semi permanent house with iron sheets , ending our battles with leaks whenever it rained. Further more, my 13 year old can now have early morning showers using piped water which we were able to bring to the house, thanks to said funds. It made his morning preparation to go to Maeba School, where he is in Grade 6, much more conducive to him. We are eternally great full for GiveDirectly's assistance."

"The plan I have with the transfers is to purchase a 5000 liter water tank which I would use to store water. This water will be of great significance since I'll be able to do farm irrigation. I will also purchase a cow at $500 which would provide my household with milk. It would help me a great deal since I wouldn't have to buy milk any more. The water tank will be a good source of water for the cow since I plan to do zero crazing. The remaining amount will be used to purchase the farm products and also grass for the cow I will purchase. The transfers will surely change my life positively."

"I have a son schooling at Koriema Secondary. We have $40 fees areas, I plan to clear that. My other son, Kibichii, who completed primary education last year wants to join a skills school. We have enquired, he needs $600 for a masonry course at Kituro Polytechnic. We plan to take him for the course. Besides that, we intend to fence a small piece of our land at $100 to plant vegetables. Then buy a 3000 litres water tank for $150, to store the piped water. It's rationed. If we plant vegetables, on a good day we can sell vegetables worth $2. From this we'll be able to buy food for our family of 9. This is also an easy job that my husband can do."

"Since we have very inconsistent rains and get access to piped water in the village. I plan to buy 10 goats for $500. I can only comfortably rear 5 here because we have a small piece of land. My son who lives in Koriema has enough space. I will ask him to help in keeping the other 5, that will eventually grow. From this, I will be able to sell some goat yearly. This will enable me to buy food for my family."

"I finally found a solution to my problem, I have been struggling to buy water from my neighbors. With this transfer, I will be able to put up a water point in my compound. The relief I have is immense because I will not have to borrow money just to be able to buy a can of water. $200 will be enough to carry out this project and I can not wait to see water flowing in my homestead. I will need to buy new Iron sheets to roof my kitchen and latrine, they are worn off and this makes it hard for me to use the facilities when it is raining. Once this is accomplished I can settle for raising livestock to increase my productivity on the farm."