"In the coming year and beyond, my primary goal is to establish a sustainable income-generating activity for myself and my family. Charcoal burning, my current source of income, is unreliable and physically demanding. After conducting thorough research and considering my options, I've decided to pursue opening a shop business. This venture will involve selling a variety of goods, including foodstuff and essential products like personal effects. By transitioning to this business, I hope to not only improve our financial stability but also reduce the physical strain on myself."

"We live in a two roomed house and it is my wish to expand it by building an extra room that will serve as my bedroom. This will enable me to enjoy privacy all the time unlike now where I have to share a room with my three daughters. This has been my wish for a very long time but I have not been able to achieve it due to lack of finances. Currently, I am planning to start buying the building materials in bits every month using my monthly transfers."

"My primary goal is to ensure the completion of my new house. I intend to allocate my upcoming transfers towards the final stages of construction. Witnessing the culmination of this project will be a significant achievement for my family, especially considering the challenges we've endured with our current dwelling. I am immensely grateful for the support provided by Give Directly, which has played a crucial role in helping me reach this milestone."

"Currently, the goal that I have is to build a house for my children. This is because my three eldest children are all grown ups and are men. Due to this, we cannot sleep with them in the same room as the eldest is in form two. Because of this, they have been sleeping in a room together with their cousins at their grandmothers house. Building them a house will always give them enough time to study in the evening and they will always sleep well as they will have enough space. Since I cannot afford to buy all the necessary building materials on my own, I am planning to use the money that I will receive from our merry go round group."

"Although my initial priority was managing school fees, my circumstances shifted dramatically after my house collapsed. This unfortunate event forced my children and me to move into my mother-in-law's house, which is not very spacious, but we are making do with what we have. Consequently, I have revised my plans and now intend to save a portion of my transfers for rebuilding our home. The amount I save each month will depend on various financial demands at that time, but I am committed to setting aside funds regularly. I am optimistic that, with the continued support from Give Directly and my husband's help, I will be able to construct a new house. I am deeply grateful for GiveDirectly's ongoing support, which inspires me to strive harder each day."

"Before receiving the cash from GiveDirectly, life was a constant struggle for my family. With five children and my husband unemployed, we found it difficult to make ends meet. My days were spent gathering firewood and making charcoal, earning only meager amounts of money. Sometimes, we couldn't even find buyers for our firewood or charcoal, leaving us no choice but to borrow from the local shop and sink deeper into debt.Fetching water was yet another challenge. We had to trek long distances over rugged terrain just to bring back water. It was exhausting and consumed a lot of time. However, after receiving the cash, I resolved to make some changes for the better. I allocated $150 to buy food, ensuring that my family had enough to eat. Then, I decided to invest $260 in a water tank, enabling us to collect rainwater during the rainy season and significantly easing our burden.In addition, I spent $40 on maize seeds, with the plan to grow our own food. Now, instead of relying on purchasing food, we can cultivate some of our own, reducing our expenses and providing us with nutritious meals. Life isn't perfect, but it has improved. I no longer have to worry about where our next meal will come from, and the struggle of fetching water has been alleviated. I am truly grateful for the opportunity to enhance our lives and offer a brighter future for my family."

"We currently live in a two room house with our three boys and one girl sharing a single room. I anticipate that as the boys grow older, they will require separate rooms for privacy and independence. To address this, I am planning to build a three room house for my family. This new arrangement will allow us to vacate our current house for our sons while we move into the new one, providing everyone with the privacy they need. Although I haven't started the construction process yet, I am grateful to Give Directly for their support, which will enable me to achieve this goal. I have already begun saving $ 22 monthly for the project and plan to use my accumulated funds to purchase essential materials like sand and cement. I am optimistic that with the continued assistance from Give Directly, I will be able to realize my dream of providing a more comfortable and private living space for my family."

"My husband and I face significant challenges in raising enough money to meet our children's basic needs. Securing jobs is difficult, and the pay is often insufficient. Recognizing this, I am committed to using my transfers wisely to increase our income and provide for our children's needs effectively. My goal for the coming year and beyond is to prioritize my children's education and make the most of these transfers before they come to an end. To achieve this, I plan to save a portion of my transfer to purchase a cow. This investment will enable me to raise additional calves over time, providing a steady source of income through milk production. I can sell the milk to cover my children's school fees and buy essential items for my family. Ultimately, I aim to use the profits from this cow business to fund my children's college education, ensuring they have a bright future and the opportunity to achieve their dreams through quality education. I am determined to invest in their education as it is crucial for their success and future prosperity."

"What truly stands out about GiveDirectly is their unwavering commitment to keeping their promises. I have never encountered an organization that prioritizes its recipients' interests as much as they do. It brings me immense happiness to say that I have received all three transfers exactly as they were promised to me during enrollment, without delays. I am sincerely grateful to GiveDirectly for their consistency and dedication to making a positive impact on the lives of the poor in society"

"The house we currently live in is in dire condition, with the structure nearly collapsing due to its age and the heavy rainfall we've been experiencing, causing the pillars to rot. This poses a serious danger to my family, and I constantly worry, especially at night while we're sleeping. To address this urgent situation, I am considering selling one of my cows to raise funds for purchasing building materials, supplementing this with my monthly transfers from GiveDirectly. I plan to gradually buy these materials every month upon receiving the transfer. However, completion may take time given my responsibilities with my children and reliance on unreliable casual jobs to support my family. Despite the challenges, I am encouraged and empowered by GiveDirectly's support, which gives me hope and determination to secure a safer living environment for my family."