"The biggest hardship i have faced is having enough money to provide for my family."

"Receiving this money means achieving food security for my family. This has been my ambition for ages since subsistence farming is our main source of livelihood. However, this has not been achievable because my piece of land is small and less productive. Besides, it belongs to my late brother in law and I have to share it with other family members. My plan therefore, is to purchase 2 productive acres of land that will give me more produce, unlike the current state where I harvest food that lasts us for a month only. This will not only provide food but also give us a sense of belonging and boost our self esteem."

"My biggest hardship is when the farm I had leased to do farming was adversely affected by drought and maize diseases. I had planted maize for commercial services three years ago. Unfortunately, I made no profits since what we harvested from the farm was just enough to break-even for the project. I lost interest in farming, something that had been my passion for some time."

"When my husband died, my son took up the responsibility to look after me. However, since my son was engaged in the road accident, I have had a challenge to sustain myself. I am jobless, elderly but at the same time, I am obligated to take care of my son's medical expenses as well as my food for survival. So, this is my biggest hardship."

"Receiving this money means starting a business ( shop). This has been my longing but due to financial constraints, this dream has never come to pass. I am planning to spend 30,000 Kenya shillings to start it. This is going to generate income to my family of 9 members. In a day I can make at least 500 shillings as profits. This is enough to cater for all the basic needs such as food because we always spend 200 shillings only. Also I will save the extra amount for my children's future education. Other than that,I will spend the remaining amount to build a spacious house which can accommodate all of us and leave comfortable."

"I had been desiring to start livestock rearing a reliable source of livelihood for my family since I have nothing to rely on whenever I face any financial crisis. After receiving the transfer I spent it to fulfil my wish by acquiring 4 goats. In addition, I purchase ox-plough which will assist me in preparing my farm to replace the hand work which is tiresome and time consuming. Furthermore, I was able to acquire enough food for the family."

"My life different than it would have been if I never received my transfer in that, I have now reliable source of livelihood after starting livestock rearing with my transfers. Currently, I own one cows and 5 goats and some are about to give birth. Additionally, I was able to construct a decent shelter for my family. Earlier, I was living in a small house which was about to collapse. Furthermore, I now have enough food for the family unlike before when we could spend the whole day without eating."

"In my opinion, GiveDirectly did well for coming up with the unconstitutional cash transfer program. This has transformed the lives of every household in the society. On my part I was able to fulfil the desires of my hearts. I don't see anything that it does not go well."

"My is different than it would have been if I never received the transfer in that I am now sleeping in a comfortable bed with proper beddings. previously, I was using the old rags as beddings which was not comfortable at all. In addition, I was able to improve the condition of the house by building pillar. Most importantly I was able to seek proper medical care for my wife who has been unwell for a very long time. I lack the financial muscles to get proper medication but through the aid she is now recovering well. Lastly, I was able to start livestock rearing a future investment for my family."

"In my opinion, I thank GiveDiretly for the cash transfer which has transformed our lives for the better in a very short period of time. I depend on peasant farming, getting money for other needs was a big challenge for me. With the help of the transfer I was able to meet the needs without struggling."