"My son who luckily completed form four last year has remained jobless and this has pushed him to seek casual jobs in Mombasa. Since I aimed to ensure he acquires skills to fit him in the job market, I intend to support him in joining an electrical course. This will equip him with the best skills to enable him to get a reliable job that will support my family in the future. To ensure this comes to reality, I will spend $500 of the money to help him achieve his goals. On the other hand, I will buy 2 indigenous dairy cows at $300 which will act as my long-term investment plan for the family. What a happy life to achieve my ambitions!"

"As an unskilled person, the only investment I can comfortably start is livestock keeping. This is because I already have experience with this project. Having this kind of investment will mean a better livelihood in the future since I will be able to cater to any emergency. To start with, I intend to spend $200 of my money to buy 1 indigenous dairy cow that will breed to earn me profit. On the other hand, I will also buy a piece of land at $500, to help me to have fertile land for farming because the one I am currently using is no longer productive. The remaining amount will help my son to join a technical school to get some skills. This is basically what receiving this money means to me."

"I was at home then I saw a message, rushed to withdraw and immediately bought 2 cows"

"Recently, I received $450 from GiveDirectly. I decided to use the money wisely to improve my family's life. First, I set aside $390 to buy some cows. These cows will provide milk for my family, helping us with nutrition, and I plan to sell some of the milk to meet our daily needs. Next, I allocated $28 to finish building my house. I bought a door and windows, which not only provides comfort but also ensures security for our belongings. This small investment in our home contributes to our overall well-being. Finally, I allocated $40 to address our food needs. I purchased essential food items for my family, bringing joy and happiness to our home. Overall, the recent transfers have allowed me to make strategic investments in cows for a sustainable source of income, improve our living conditions with a more secure and comfortable home, and ensure our immediate food requirements are met, contributing to the overall well-being of my family."

"The biggest change in my life since I started receiving money from GiveDirectly is the newfound sense of direction and hope. The investment in farming has given me a clear vision of what the future might hold. Knowing that my efforts in farming are supported by the funds, I can expect positive outcomes in the long run. Moreover, buying a cow is not just about the present; it's a long-term investment. Even after the assistance from GiveDirectly ends, the cow will remain. It's like an act of remembrance, a lasting impact that symbolizes the positive changes brought about by the support received. This sense of direction and lasting investment has significantly shaped my perspective and brought a positive change to my life."

"I remember being enrolled in the program and being informed that it would be for a period of time. I was sure I needed to invest in projects that would outrun the Givedirectly one. I decided to rear chicken and start a phone accessories shop. Now the business has grown and I have 58 chicken. My aim is to increase this chicken numbers even further so I can sell them and buy goats and in turn sell the goats and buy cows. I also want the shop to run on its own resources which I look forward to having achieved before the project ends."

"I BOUGHT A COW BECAUSE IT IS REGARDED AN INVESTMENT"

"I bought land and cow. I also bought food for my family"

"In the upcoming year, I have ambitious plans to expand my tailoring business further, aiming to provide additional support for my husband, who serves as a pastor. To accomplish this task, I plan to allocate $400 towards the growth and enhancement of my tailoring venture. To raise the necessary capital for this expansion, I am considering selling the cows that I currently have. This strategic decision not only provides the financial means to invest in the business but also leverages the assets I possess to fuel its growth. The goal is not only to contribute more substantially to our family's income but also to create a more stable and thriving business that can serve the community. By investing in the expansion of my tailoring business, I aim to take on a more active role in supporting my husband's pastoral work and ensuring a more prosperous future for our family. With careful planning and the right resources, I am optimistic that this expansion will be a successful and impactful venture, providing both financial stability and an avenue for me to contribute more actively to our family's well-being."

"My aspiration is to procure two cows by year-end, a goal I aim to fulfill through diligent saving and prudent financial management of my transfers. The acquisition of dairy cows holds the promise of significantly alleviating the financial constraints in my life, particularly offering a sustainable income source through the sale of milk, hence fostering the well-being of my family. Furthermore, as the herd multiplies, the potential to sell some of the cattle presents a valuable resource to address our immediate needs. The invaluable support from the transfers has been instrumental in elevating the standards of my life, for which I am profoundly grateful."