"I hope to complete my house project before next year"

"When I received the second transfer, I had a lot to do on my farm to ensure that my family of six had enough food. I spent $120 preparing my 3-acre plot of land and later spent $140 on seeds. Maize has been doing so well on our farms in good seasons, and even though the weather has been challenging, I am pleased with the harvest. I also paid $60 in primary school tuition fees for my two children, and I spent some of the remaining funds on food. Because I couldn't buy a lot of food at once, I spent $48 on a sack of maize and saved the rest. Subsistence and livestock farming have been the source of our income, and despite the fact that there are many uncertainties due to bad weather, we believe it has been the better option."

"Givedirectly is helping us financially and making us self dependent"

"The enrollment process and receipt of all transfers went so smoothly because they were handled by a well-organized team from Give Directly. I am glad that everyone in their household was given the opportunity to listen to and understand the program after asking questions that the visiting staff answered well. Since then, no one has complained, but everyone thanks the organization for its generous support and hopes that it will return once everyone has received it."

"I began building a new house with a portion of my first transfer but stopped after using up some of the materials that I could afford at the time. I put the construction work on hold because I was expecting the second transfer. When I received the second transfer, I purchased 34 iron sheets for $8 each, as well as floor tiles, ceiling boards, and wall paints, and I paid the labor charges with a portion of the remaining funds when the construction was completed. I am relieved that my family of five now has enough space and a decent home, which has greatly increased our esteem when entertaining visitors. I later spent the remainder on a farewell for my son, who was about to start university after I bought him a suitcase to carry his belongings. Previously, I relied on a small maize buying and selling business as well as surplus milk from my cow that I could sell to cover household expenses."

"Givedirectly is supporting me and is the reason behind the progress am making here in my village."

"I hope to complete my house project before this year ends"

"GiveDiretly's incredible work has lifted many poor families in our village, and they are grateful. I was delighted to be a part of this program, and the transformation I witnessed is due to GiveDirectly's wise decision to provide us with financial support. The spending patterns in the village varied depending on the challenges that everyone was facing at the time. We understood how the program worked, and it would be an honor if other villages received similar assistance."

"How I wish I would be able to give thanks in kind to this unique organisation called Givedirectly for the excellent work they have provided for us. You guys are the best among the rest I have ever seen so far."

"A few years to come I want to sleep in my new home with my family. I pray for a healthy life for my entire family. I want to hold my great grand children as well."