"My wife, children, and I live with my parents in the same homestead. Initially, my plan was to focus solely on using my income to educate my children. However, now I aim to buy land and build a home where my family can live independently. Having our own space will give me peace of mind and the motivation to invest in various projects, like livestock farming, more easily than when we share so many resources. Currently, I am raising goats to accumulate enough money to buy land. Once I have enough goats, I plan to sell some to invest in cows. A large cow costs around 45,000 KES, so my goal is to have as many cows as possible to fund the purchase of land for our home. I also intend to use part of my financial transfer to pay school fees and buy goats to help achieve this dream. In addition, I run a charcoal business and engage in farming to support my family. This transfers has been greatly beneficial to me and has significantly improved our situation."

"I have a solid plan to invest in livestock to secure a better future for my family. Currently, I own four goats and three cows, and my strategy is to allow them to multiply so that I can sell them if financial challenges arise. Additionally, I have eight ducks, and as they multiply, I can exchange some for more goats, further diversifying my livestock. While I'm eager to expand my livestock holdings, my first priority remains fulfilling my family responsibilities. I am committed to saving diligently to continue investing in livestock, as this aligns with my dream of providing a better life for my family. This approach ensures that I can steadily build a stable and prosperous future for us all."

"My primary focus is caring for my family, and I am planning to expand into raising livestock. Currently, I have four goats; starting with two, they have multiplied, which brings me great joy. Investing in goats is advantageous because they can reproduce quickly, offering a straightforward path to expansion. My goal is for their numbers to multiply, enabling me to eventually exchange them for cows and sell some to generate income for my family's needs. Thank you so much GiveDirectly for your support."

"I produce and sell charcoal. Right now, I own twenty chickens, four goats, two cows, and four sheep. Seeing my business struggle, I took time to think and concluded that investing more in poultry and livestock is the best move. I see it as a smarter choice than holding onto cash, which could easily be spent on ongoing expenses. Animals can easily multiply and I can sell them when I encounter difficulties, providing a more stable finance for my family."

"To address the issue of food scarcity at home, I plan to allocate KES 20,000 specifically for purchasing food. Additionally, I intend to use a portion of this amount to acquire essential household items such as utensils, a bed, a mattress, plastic chairs, beddings, and mosquito nets. These items are crucial for ensuring comfort and security for my family, protecting them from cold and insect bites. Another priority is securing land for irrigation, which has been a persistent challenge. Therefore, I will allocate KES 30,000 towards leasing land and purchasing necessary farm inputs. This investment aims to establish a sustainable income source through agriculture for my family. Furthermore, KES 15,000 will be dedicated to paying secondary school fees for my sibling, ensuring his education continues uninterrupted. To diversify our income streams, the remaining KES 45,000 will be utilized to purchase a cow and add two goats to our livestock. This strategic investment is aimed at enhancing our food security in the future."

"I'm glad that I was able to acquire two cows through GiveDirectly's financial assistance. Currently, I'm raising them in my compound. This was a major achievement for me since I previously didn't own any livestock and couldn't afford to buy any on my own. Livestock are valuable assets to me, as I can sell them and earn money as they multiply. With these two cows, I plan to breed them for more cows and also use the milk for my family's consumption, selling any surplus for extra income. Additionally, I hope to use the available financial resources to educate my five children and help them achieve their educational goals. The support allowed me to clear their school fee arrears, ensuring that their studies were uninterrupted. With the income from my casual jobs, I'm hopeful that I will be able to fund my children's education and ensure that they achieve their academic goals."

"In the coming year, my main aim is to use the upcoming transfers to expand my livestock holdings, particularly with more goats. These animals will not only help me meet my basic needs but also serve as an investment. My plan is to grow their numbers steadily so that in the future, I can exchange some for a cow, which will further secure my family's stability. With these animals, I envision a sustainable source of income that will support my children's education and our overall well-being long after this project concludes. I'm optimistic that by diligently managing this opportunity, I can provide a better future for my family and ensure we have the resources we need to thrive."

"In the coming year, I plan to purchase a dairy cow, which costs about $400. I have realized that there is a significant demand for milk in my area. We usually depend on milk from Eldama Ravine, which sometimes is not enough. Having the cow will allow me to provide fresh milk to my neighbors locally, while also earning an income.Having a cow will allow me to provide fresh milk locally to my neighbors and earn an income. Additionally, the cow will help me make use of the maize stalks from my farming to feed it."

"Our current single house is in dire condition and on the verge of collapsing, posing a significant risk. I plan to allocate $154 towards necessary repairs. The remainder will be used to purchase food and seek medical treatment for both myself and my unwell husband. Additionally, I intend to invest $346 in purchasing a cow and two goats to establish an income stream for my family. This investment will reduce the cost of buying milk and serve as a future source of income. Furthermore, I will allocate another $346 towards buying farm inputs such as a generator, pipes, and seeds to enhance the productivity of my farm. This initiative aims to ensure a sustainable supply of food and income for my family in the long term."

"When I receive my transfers from GiveDirectly, I will prioritize buying food for my family with the first transfers. I am also planning to cultivate my land that was swept away by floods. This will cost $250 of my transfers, it will help my family to be food secure and stable financially. Our environment is favourable for livestock keeping, apart from this the cost of raising livestock is not expensive. I will budget $350 of my transfers to buy ten goats and a dairy cow. With this, I will be able to support my family without struggling."