"Upon receiving my latest transfer, I allocated $5 to purchase chickens for rearing. This investment in poultry is part of my ongoing efforts to develop a sustainable source of income for my family. Additionally, I spent $54 on food to ensure that our immediate nutritional needs were met. With the remaining $34 from the transfer, I invested in a goat. This addition to my livestock is a strategic step towards expanding my animal husbandry projects, which I believe will provide long-term benefits for my family's financial stability."

"I have been diligently saving a portion of my income from my temporary job as a secretary, alongside the funds from Give Directly, with the goal of expanding my poultry business. The profits from selling chickens go straight into my savings, as I have ambitions to enroll in an accounting course and need to secure the necessary funds. To fulfill my dreams of opening a chemist and enrolling in an accounting course, I am committed to maximizing my efforts in my poultry project. In the coming year and beyond, I plan to focus intensely on scaling up this venture, ensuring that when the chickens are ready for sale, I can reap the maximum benefit. I am confident that with proper management of this project, I will be able to achieve my other dreams of starting a chemist and pursuing studies in accounting."

"I am immensely grateful to GiveDirectly for their invaluable financial support, which has been a lifeline for me and my family, especially considering my current health condition. Previously, I used to burn and sell charcoal to support my family financially. However, due to my declining health, I am no longer able to engage in such physically demanding activities. With five children to care for, including two who are still attending school, the responsibility falls solely on me to ensure their needs are met, particularly in terms of school fees and other educational expenses. As a widow, I understand the importance of hard work in providing for my children and affording them the same educational opportunities as their peers. Upon receiving my most recent transfer from Give Directly, I prioritized allocating funds towards my children's school fees, investing $64 in securing their education. Additionally, with $28, I purchased essential food items to replenish our dwindling food supply. Finally, I invested $10 in acquiring two chickens for rearing, recognizing their potential as a valuable asset that can provide both sustenance and financial security for my family in times of need. This support from Give Directly has brought hope and stability to our daily lives, for which we are immensely grateful."

"In the coming year and beyond, my primary goal is to initiate an investment in livestock farming. Given the high prices of goats, I've decided to begin with chicken rearing as a more feasible option. Once I've established a sufficient number of chickens, I plan to sell them and reinvest the profits in acquiring a female goat. Therefore, I intend to allocate a portion of my transfer towards launching this project, recognizing it as a reliable investment for covering my children's school fees and addressing any unforeseen emergencies. Investing in livestock farming will provide a reliable source of income for me, enabling me to cover my children's school fees and handle any unexpected emergencies that may arise. By diversifying my sources of income through this venture, I aim to create a stable financial foundation for my family's future."

"As a mason supporting my family of ten members, I faced challenges due to the irregularity of job opportunities. However, my life has significantly improved since enrolling in the program. I established a poultry rearing project, which now serves as an additional source of income. The proceeds from selling chickens have enabled me to finance my children's education, particularly my two elder sons who are pursuing different courses in college, one in welding and the other in mechanical engineering. I allocated $68 to cover their school fees. Additionally, I settled a debt of $25 owed to a friend, which was crucial as my sons needed funds to pay for their exams. Despite facing setbacks such as losing 70 hens to Newcastle disease, I remain determined to nurture the remaining 11 and ensure their multiplication. I also allocated $9 to purchase animal feeds for the poultry birds. Overall, I'm immensely grateful for the financial transfers as they have significantly uplifted my life and that of my family."

"I have a family of two members. My husband and I do teaching as a profession but I also do poultry farming. Farming has been my passion since when I was young. Currently I have 60 chicken, 22 ducks and 28 guinea fowls. The challenge is lack of a well established structure. Sometimes they fall under thieves hands. I will use $800 to build a modern structure and add more poultry. I will also use $200 to buy their feeds. This project will bring happiness to me once the structure is fully equipped."

"I am planning to expand my poultry farm by adding 50 chicks to the 30 I've already started with. My goal is to rear these chicks and sell them after three months. The inspiration for this investment came from my uncle and my sister, who have both been successful in poultry farming. Their success encouraged me to venture into this field. Additionally, my initial experience in buying and selling chickens highlighted the potential of this business. I purchase each chick at $1.1 and sell them for $6 after three months. Fortunately, the market demand is great, with brokers regularly coming to my home to buy the chickens. This steady market makes the business even more promising."

"As a small-scale farmer, I faced some challenges, but the quarterly transfers from GiveDirectly helped me address them. I used $9 to buy medicine for my goats, who were suffering from lung infections; although some didn't make it, I managed to save three, hoping they'd multiply and become a financial asset. With $12, I invested in chickens, anticipating their growth to support me in the future. Then, I was assigned $20 to construct a toilet for myself, as my old one had collapsed due to heavy rains, leaving me with no place for relief. Additionally, I set aside another $20 to add to my savings, with the goal of exchanging it for a cow. My chest problems limit my ability to work, so I rely on my son for daily meals, making these transfers a crucial support in my life."

"My son is his second year in college pursuing his dreams. For a couple of months now, my transfers has come in handy in paying for his college fee and also in investing on poultry project which I started a year ago. With my most recent transfers, I spent $ 40 on paying school fees for my son and $12 on the purchase of four hens. My ultimate goal is to buy a cow after some time. Since I cannot afford to buy it at once, I settled on having a poultry project that will earn me some income as time goes by. In addition, I'll sell some chicken after some time and use the money in buying a goat and later the cow. Aside from this, I spent $48 on buying food for my family. From most of the money that I spent on food, I s[pent it during the festive season so that my family would celebrate and be happy like other people within the community."

"I rely on selling charcoal as my means to support my family of six. We faced hunger frequently, especially during a severe drought a few years ago, which left us without enough food. I am sincerely grateful for this project, as it has transformed our lives. Now, we can afford to purchase food, save money, and even invest in raising chickens and goats. With the transfers received, I allocated $24 to purchase four chickens, which I plan to raise and sell later. Additionally, I spent $10 on purchasing food for my family to replenish our supplies. Furthermore, I invested $68 in my vegetable business, which will significantly increase our income. I am delighted to benefit from this program, as it has brought about positive changes in my life and the lives of my family."