"In the coming year and beyond, my goal is to expand my livestock by purchasing more goats, as I currently have nine. This is a crucial step toward securing my family's future. I plan to save at least $10 each month from the GiveDirectly transfers to gradually build my savings for this investment. Having more goats will enable me to sell them when necessary, providing a steady source of income to cover my family's needs. Although it's a long-term plan, I am determined to achieve it and ensure financial stability for all of us." (Country: Kenya)

"It was in the morning when I woke up and checked my phone. I found a message informing me that GiveDirectly had sent me $200. I was so happy and immediately shared the good news with my whole family. My first thought was to use the money to find somewhere safe away from the floods. However, thanks to GiveDirectly's unconditional cash, I later decided to focus on other pressing needs instead." (Country: Kenya)

"My plan for this year and beyond is to permanently protect my family from future floods. I aim to begin by paying off the remaining balance to secure a new piece of land in a safer area and building a home there. With a safe, permanent home, my family will have security and peace of mind. Once this is accomplished, I will continue farming on our current land, with a focus on generating income. This income will enable me to support my family by ensuring my children get a good education and that we always have food on the table." (Country: Kenya)

"My goal for this year and the years to come is to focus on farming to fully recover from the effects of the recent floods. With the support from GiveDirectly, I am committed to approaching farming differently by trying new crops like tomatoes and watermelons, which are in high demand and can generate more income in the market. Making this vision a reality fills me with happiness and hope. Challenges like floods and drought may come, but I am determined not to give up. I will keep trying, working toward a more stable and prosperous future for my family." (Country: Kenya)

"I was at home when a message popped up on my phone. Since I can’t read, I asked my son to check it for me, and he confirmed that GiveDirectly had sent $180. I was overwhelmed with happiness and gratitude, and my first thought was to use it to buy food for our family." (Country: Kenya)

"Going forward, after addressing the housing issue and adding the extra room, my primary goal is to return to farming. I plan to grow maize and beans, and this time, I aim to do even better than before. I will be farming on 3.5 acres of land, compared to the 1.5 acres I had previously. With the support from GiveDirectly, I now have more capital to invest in my farm, which will result in more income. The thought of getting back to farming after the devastating effects of the floods fills my heart with gratitude and hope for the future. I am excited about the possibilities and the chance to rebuild my life through farming." (Country: Kenya)

"My goal for this year and the years to come is to improve my house. My children have built me a home, and the only thing left to complete it is cementing the floor. I want to do this to enhance the appearance of my house and enjoy the comfort that a cemented floor brings. Once that is done, I plan to buy some livestock, which I will care for and use to generate income. I am hoping to use the third transfer from GiveDirectly to bring this plan to life. Just the thought of achieving this fills me with happiness, knowing it will improve our family’s quality of life and bring us greater stability." (Country: Kenya)

"Looking ahead to this year and the years to come, I am determined to return to farming. The recent floods that destroyed my crops had forced me to step away from the farm, but with this third transfer from GiveDirectly, I plan to get back on my feet. Farming is essential for me, as it will not only address the food security needs of my household but also generate income from the sale of any surplus. I can use this income to improve my family’s standard of living. I am still considering which crop to plant, but I am leaning towards maize, potentially in partnership with Kenya Seed Company. Just the thought of this fills me with hope because it represents a full recovery from the devastating impact of the recent floods. Thanks to GiveDirectly’s support, I feel encouraged to rebuild and make a fresh start in farming." (Country: Kenya)

"I was at home, and, as usual, when I went to sleep, I left my phone with my children. I have three of them who wake up early to go to day secondary school, and they use my phone as an alarm. In the morning, as they were leaving, they returned my phone and excitedly told me the good news – I had received money from GiveDirectly! When I checked, it was true; I had received $200. I was so happy and grateful. I shared the news with my husband, and together, we started planning how best to use it." (Country: Kenya)

"My plan is to grow my livestock by breeding the animals I currently have and using my monthly transfers from GiveDirectly to purchase more. This approach will help me generate income to support and educate my six school-going children. In the coming year, I intend to focus on expanding my sheep and goat rearing. Once they multiply, I can sell some to cover my children’s school fees. So far, I have purchased three sheep and five goats, and I am thankful for this progress. My spouse and I also burn and sell charcoal to support our family, but the income is minimal. This is why I decided to start a livestock project that will provide additional income in the future." (Country: Kenya)