"For the past 7 years we have been unable to complete the construction of our house .We have 2 children in school,one in university and another in high school .Payment of their school fees from my husband salary and my trading business has been straineous leading to a standstill in the household projects.Receiving this transfers means a dream come true in our family because we can now fully complete the construction of our house with approximately KES 60000.The remaining amount of KES 10000 will be used to purchase 10 fishing nets hence enabling me to scale up my daily income from KES 600 to KES 18000.This means a better life for my family" (Country: Kenya)

"Receiving the cash transfer means so much to me. I believe it will change my life positively especially since I'm unable to do heavy work after I got into an accident. With the first cash transfer I intend to purchase building materials such as iron sheets and building blocks. I intend to use about KES 15000. With the remaining amount I intend to purchase clothes and other household goods that I may need. For the second cash transfer I intend to construct a house where I will open a posho mill business. For the third cash transfer I intend to start my posho mill business which will be a source of income. I intend to use KES 45000 of the cash transfers on this." (Country: Kenya)

"The transfer is timely, we need to repair our house which has a leaking roof and also cement the floor. It's dusty hence it can lead to respiratory problems and especially since we have an asthmatic child. It will cost approximately $500. This will give us a healthy environment to live in. Since we depend on fishing, we plan to also add more nets and repair our wooden boat. Fishing is our main source of income. With a good boat and enough nets we can catch enough fish to support our family. It will cost us about $200 to improve our fishing gear. We also plan to invest in goat farming. It is easier here due to the favourable climate and availability of feeds. If we can buy five goats, they will expand and support us in the future. One goat costs about $50. The rest of the transfer will help us buy food, new clothes for our children, uniforms and saved for unforeseen circumstances." (Country: Kenya)

"Since we are currently lacking a better house due to the fire that brought it down, we intent to rebuilt a better one using the transfer from Give Directly. Being enrolled in to this program came at the time of our need. God heard our prayers and opened our doors to rejuvenate of life once again." (Country: Kenya)

"Receiving this money is an opportunity to live on a balanced diet after so many years. With no guaranteed source of income, having a complete meal has been only my wish. I will use about $100 to buy enough food to sustain me for the next few months. From the remaining amount I will spend $350 to pay fees for my last born son in the university and the rest, invest in about 3 goats." (Country: Kenya)

"I am currently in the process of renovating my house, and I’m happy to share that the floors are already complete. Now, I am focusing on reinforcing the walls to make them stronger and more durable. My plan for this coming year and beyond is to continue using a portion of my transfers to gradually purchase building materials, ensuring that I can achieve my dream of having a solid and lasting home. In addition to the renovations, I also intend to save a portion of my transfers to buy more goats. My hope is that these goats will multiply and increase in number and value, providing me with a reliable source of income once this program comes to an end. I am truly grateful for the cash support that GiveDirectly provides, and I pray that my dreams of having a durable house and a thriving herd of livestock come true." (Country: Kenya)

"As I mentioned earlier, I am deeply involved in agribusiness, and I am currently focused on digging a small water pan on my farm which will enable me to collect rainwater during the rainy season that will be of great use for agriculture during the dry season. I am still in the process of completing this project, but I remain optimistic about its success as I know it will be very important for my farming activities. Looking ahead to this year and beyond, I plan to continue to invest a portion of my transfers into my farm. I intend to purchase quality inputs such as seeds, pesticides, and manure, which will help me maximize my harvests. With these resources, I aim to grow watermelons, pumpkins, and maize crops that thrive in our region where I will sell the surplus and earn some income. The proceeds from selling these crops will allow me to support my family's needs while also setting aside some produce for family our consumption. I am genuinely excited about this project and hopeful that the rains will come, enabling my plans to come to fruition." (Country: Kenya)

"As I mentioned earlier, my house needed reinforcement to withstand the harsh weather conditions we face in our region, including strong winds. I am currently in the process of construction, and my plans for this year and beyond is to continue using a portion of my transfers to ensure my family has a strong and lasting home. I want to create a safe environment where we won’t have to worry about renovations or the possibility of the house collapsing in the future. In addition to my home improvement plans, I also want to save another portion of my transfers in our local savings group. My goal is to buy more goats, hoping they will multiply over time. I envision trading some of them for female cows, which can also increase in number and provide us with even more opportunities for income. Ultimately, I plan to sell some of the cows and goats and save the proceeds in my bank account. This will give me a financial cushion for when I need it most, particularly for my children’s education and to invest in my livestock-selling business. I am incredibly grateful for this support, as it enables me to pursue my dreams for my family and secure a better future for us all." (Country: Kenya)

"Now that my two children are in their final year of secondary school and preparing for their final exams, I am relieved to know that I can redirect my transfers to other opportunities since I am getting a little break from paying school fees. In the coming year and beyond, I plan to use a portion of my transfers to buy goats, hoping they will multiply and increase in number and value. My goal is to eventually trade some of them for female cows, which would also multiply, providing me with a reliable source of income as my children transition into college and as this program comes to an end. I am very thankful for the support from GiveDirectly, which has made all this possible." (Country: Kenya)

"My house is in very poor condition, leaning on one side and on the verge of collapsing. At this point, it is impossible to renovate, so I am now focused on building a new two-roomed house made of blocks, which will be much more durable than the one I currently live in. I have been using my previous transfers to gradually buy building materials, and for the coming year and beyond, I plan to continue using a portion of my transfers to purchase more materials until I can finally build the house I have always dreamed of. Once it is complete, I know I will be extremely happy. I understand it is not an easy journey, but I am determined to achieve it, and I am deeply grateful to GiveDirectly for giving me hope and support through these transfers." (Country: Kenya)