"As I mentioned before, my current home is too small to comfortably accommodate my family, so I am still working toward my dream of building a new, larger, two-roomed house. With the ongoing support from GiveDirectly, my plan this year and beyond is to keep gradually purchasing building materials. I intend to use income from my side hustles, such as cooking and selling food, to bring this dream closer to reality. Also, with my children in school, I am committed to using part of my transfers to cover their school fees, ensuring they can continue their education without disruption. Additionally, I plan to save a portion of each transfer to eventually buy more goats, hoping they will multiply over time and become a valuable resource for us that we can rely on especially when this program ends. I am truly grateful for the support and opportunities GiveDirectly has provided for my family and me."

"The transfers from GiveDirectly have brought so much hope to my family, especially in securing my children’s education. For the coming year and beyond, I plan to continue dedicating part of these funds to cover their school fees, ensuring they can stay in school and focus on their studies. In addition, I intend to invest another portion of the transfers in livestock, such as goats and chickens, with the hope that they will multiply and grow in value over time. These animals will become a valuable asset, providing us with a stable source of support, especially for the future when this program ends. I am truly grateful for the support GiveDirectly has provided. It has given us a brighter outlook on what lies ahead."

"My health condition remains a central part of my life, and I plan to keep managing it carefully. In the coming year and beyond, I intend to continue using a portion of my GiveDirectly transfers to support my health needs so I can lead a better life. Additionally, with my house having collapsed, I am now in the process of building a new one. I plan to keep allocating part of my transfers toward purchasing building materials to complete my two-roomed house. Once it is finished and my health is stable, I will finally have a home to return to, rather than depending on my brother, who has been helping me manage my condition. Thereafter, my next goal is to use part of the transfers to buy a goats, hoping they will multiply over time increasing in number and value. I am optimistic that this small investment will provide a reliable source of support for me, especially when this program eventually comes to an end. I am deeply grateful for these transfers, which have not only helped me manage my health but also allowed me to work towards having a home of my own."

"Living without a proper house was a struggle for me and my five children. We had been sharing one small roof, and it was not a good environment for them to sleep in. When I received the cash transfer of $450, I knew I had to invest it in constructing a room made of iron sheets. This new home would provide my children with a safe space to sleep and grow. My husband is a farmer, while I run a small business selling foodstuff, but our lives were turned upside down when the floods destroyed our five acres of vegetables and butternuts, which we depended on for food and income.I decided to use the entire amount to build this room, as it was a necessity for our family. With the floods, we had lost everything we were hoping to rely on, and it felt like we were starting from scratch. Constructing the room not only gave us shelter but also restored some stability to our lives. I felt a sense of relief knowing my children would have a safe place to call home. Furthermore, this investment in a new house represents hope for a better future. Having a solid structure will allow us to focus on rebuilding our lives and pursuing our farming and business goals. I am grateful for the support that made this possible, and I believe this new beginning will help us recover from the hardships we faced."

"My husband works as a tour guide, it's our main source of income. Ever since after the COVID-19 pandemic the tourism sector was hit. Additionally, in recent years Lake Baringo has been expanding submerging most of the hotels which host tourists. This has made our household income low, we're not able to educate our children or provide good living conditions. I have a daughter who completed secondary education two years ago and has not been able to join college due to lack of funds. It worries me a lot seeing our daughter at home not being able to pursue her dream of being a nurse."

"The impact of the cash transfer on my life has been significant, allowing me to make essential improvements to my home and provide for my family. I invested $280 to purchase cement to upgrade my house, as the previous mud floor became unmanageable during flooding. Last time, the water took too long to drain, leaving our home cold and uncomfortable. By replacing the mud floor with cement, I created a more durable and safer living space for my family. Furthermore, I had previously bought a plot of land in a higher area to protect against floods but had not completed the payment. With this cash, I was able to clear the remaining $70 of that bill.With my family's needs in mind, I also set aside $100 for my wife to buy food and clothes for our children. It had been a long time since we could afford to purchase new clothes, and I didn’t want them to feel embarrassed or less fortunate. The joy on their faces when they received the clothes was priceless, and it made me feel proud to provide for them. We’ve always supported each other through farming vegetables and burning charcoal, but the extra money has truly changed our lives.This cash transfer has not only improved our living conditions but also brought hope and stability to our family. My wife and I now feel more empowered to focus on our farming efforts without the constant worry of survival. Life has improved significantly, and I am grateful for the opportunity to invest in our future. With this support, I am confident that we can continue to build a better life for our five children and ourselves."

"GiveDirectly did a great job by talking nicely to us and being very humble. They educated us well about how to use the money effectively, which made us feel supported. The officers were always happy when they visited us, and that made a positive impact on our community. They also followed up to ensure we spent the money in the right way, which I appreciate. I did not see anything bad during this process; everything went smoothly. However, it would be helpful if they could reach out to more people in need in our area."

"My plan is to focus on farming by planting green grams and beans, as they require fewer expenses and ripen in less than three months. This approach will help me grow food for my family and potentially earn income by selling the surplus. I believe that investing in these crops will provide immediate benefits and support my children's education. Additionally, I aim to create a sustainable source of food at home, reducing our reliance on casual jobs. I hope to build a better future for my family through these efforts. Overall, I am determined to make the most of this opportunity and improve our lives."

"The officers from GiveDirectly did a great job by educating us about the program and asking us about our plans. Everyone in the village received the money as promised, which made us feel valued and supported. I appreciate how they listened to our needs and concerns. I have not seen anything negative about their work, only good things. However, I hope they can continue to visit us and offer more guidance on how to use the money wisely. If they keep this positive spirit, it will help us improve our lives even more."

"I appreciate how GiveDirectly asked me questions and visited us at home. In the past, I felt discriminated against in the village and wasn’t even given relief food. However, I was surprised when I received this cash transfer, as it showed that you do not discriminate and enrolled everyone in the village. I felt included and valued for the first time. I have not seen anything bad or negative about GiveDirectly. Your support has truly made a difference in my life and the lives of others in the community."