"In the coming years, my commitment to providing quality education for my children will remain unwavering. I understand the profound impact education has on leveling the playing field and opening doors of opportunity. To ensure this continuity, I have a well-thought-out plan. First and foremost, I will prioritize the timely payment of school fees to prevent any interruptions in my children's education. I recognize the importance of a consistent and uninterrupted learning environment. To achieve this, I am venturing into a promising business of buying cows within our village and reselling them at the nearest market. This business opportunity holds great potential, mainly because there is a market need in our locale. The profits generated from this venture will enable me to realize my aspiration of providing the best possible education for my children."

"I was at the shopping center, tending to an errand, when my phone suddenly buzzed. Upon checking, I received a text message confirming the receipt of my share. I chose to keep this good news to myself for security reasons, but I couldn't contain my joy because I knew I could finally fulfill my dream of owning a dairy cow. I am incredibly grateful for the support."

"Receiving money from GiveDirectly was an incredible moment for me because I knew it would help me achieve my goals. My husband runs a small eatery, and I do hairdressing to support our family of three children. After receiving the transfer, I decided to invest in a dairy cow, spending $450. It was a great deal because it would save us money on milk, as we use one and a half liters daily, which used to cost $1. Financial constraints had previously prevented me from buying a cow due to our unreliable income. The remaining funds were used to purchase food. I am delighted with the support, which has brought immense joy and happiness into our lives."

"We are happy to receive the transfers since this will provide us with the financial boost we've always needed. We have planned to use the first transfers to purchase food such as beans, maize, and other household requirements such as cooking fat. In addition to this, we plan to pay school fees for our daughter Marvel who is pursuing nursing. Her fee arrears add up to $400. We also plan to purchase a few livestock since we have sold most of them to pay school fees. We plan to buy 3 sheep and two cows which will cost us about $400. With the remaining amount I intend to purchase chain link for my mango farm which I intend to plant using the transfers. Receiving these transfers will surely improve our lives."

"Acquiring dairy cows is a significant aspiration for me, and it's one that I believe will greatly enhance my life and financial stability. With the support I've received from GiveDirectly, I'm looking forward to making this dream a reality. The primary goal of getting dairy cows is to ensure a consistent and sufficient supply of milk for my household. This contributes to our nutritional needs and reduces our dependency on external sources for dairy products. Having enough milk at home means a healthier and more balanced diet for my family. Furthermore, the surplus milk can be sold, providing an additional source of income for me. Previously, I used to sell animal feed grass, but this income was not always enough to cover our needs. By venturing into dairy farming, I hope to have a more stable and reliable financial situation. The extra money earned from selling milk can be used for various purposes, from covering household expenses to investing in other income-generating activities. This step towards dairy farming represents an opportunity for financial sustainability and a better quality of life for my family."

"In our entire family, we have been reliant on my brother's cows for milk production, but it is inconsistent. During dry periods, everyone at home, including my parents, buys milk, which is sometimes expensive and unaffordable. Even though I don't have a family of my own yet, I saw it fitting to invest in livestock by purchasing a heifer worth $200 with the second transfer. While I await the start of my own family, my extended family will benefit from the milk once the heifer calves, reducing milk expenses and bearing offspring that I can sell to serve any emergency needs. I enrolled in the program while still recovering from an injury sustained in a motorcycle accident, which had been my sole source of income. The opportunity to buy another one when I received the second transfer could not pass by. I used the remaining $330, added to the $160 I had in my savings account, to purchase a secondhand motorcycle. It has since proven valuable for offering taxi services within the nearby shopping center. Additionally, I have carpentry skills, so whenever I am not using my motorcycle for work, I engage in carpentry jobs, providing an alternative source of income."

"Receiving this cash grant is an opportunity for me to buy a cow for milk production for my children, build a descent house to stay with my family."

"This is an opportunity for me to purchase land within the Bukokho Subcounty, which I'll use for large scale farming of Beans, maize and onions. Also I'll be able purchase a cow which I'll keep until it produces young ones which I'll b sell and get money for sustaining my family and milk production."

"Land in big size for both my children and family. A cow for milk and building a house"

"My goal is to realize my long-standing dream of becoming a successful livestock farmer. I've taken the initial step by acquiring two cows, but my ultimate aim is to expand my livestock portfolio by steadily increasing the number of animals in my care. To achieve this, I've made a strategic plan where I'll purchase a goat every month whenever I receive my transfers. Over time, I intend to sell some of these goats to reinvest in acquiring more cows, steadily growing my livestock business and ultimately establishing a thriving venture in livestock keeping"