"I'm currently living at my brother's house with my two children, but my ultimate goal is to have a home of our own. My mother has given me a portion of land, and I’m focused on saving enough to start building by this time next year. It’s not just about having a roof over our heads; it’s about dignity and respect, especially for my children. They deserve a space they can call their own, where they have privacy and a sense of belonging. To achieve this, I’m diligently saving part of my GiveDirectly transfer, along with the little I earn from daily hustles. Once I have my own house, I’ll feel confident that my children will be safe, even if I need to leave to look for work, knowing they have a place to call their own."

"We appreciate the guidance on how best to use the money, even though the cash transfers are unconditional. Your follow-up to ensure that we’re making the most of the funds is invaluable. Since we started receiving the cash, I’ve noticed nothing but excellence in your approach. There’s no area for improvement—everything you do is top-notch. Please continue with the same spirit."

"The roof of my mother's house is leaking due to holes in the iron sheets, and with three children, she is struggling with limited space. My main goal in the coming years is to build my mother a new home. After our father passed away, we were left in an aging house that no longer meets our needs. While I’ve managed to build a small house for myself, my mother’s living conditions are far from ideal, with a deteriorating roof causing discomfort. With time still left to benefit from these transfers, I’m committed to saving as much as I can from both my monthly transfers and daily efforts to achieve this goal. Initially, I had planned to upgrade my own house's roof, but I’ve realized my mother’s situation is more urgent. I’m deeply grateful to GiveDirectly for their financial support, which has given me hope of making this dream a reality."

"I have always had a passion for raising livestock and currently own five goats. I believe investing in goats is a wise choice because they multiply quickly. Once my herd reaches ten goats, I plan to sell them and use the proceeds to buy a cow. As the cows also multiply, I will sell them to purchase land and begin constructing a permanent home. At present, I am living at my brother's house. My plan is to start buying metal sheets and other construction materials to store at home so that by the time I start my construction will have all the materials needed. I aim to build a four-room house. Once the construction is complete, I will look for a wife, settle down, and start my own family."

"I currently burn and sell charcoal, as well as sell vegetables, to make ends meet. My greatest goal is to ensure my children receive a good education and have a bright future. I want them to go to school and shape their own destinies. To support their education, I plan to invest in chickens. As they multiply, I can sell them to help pay for school fees. I also intend to use some of the chickens to trade for goats. When the goats multiply, I can exchange them for cows. By the time my children finish high school, I hope to sell the cows to raise enough money to support their further education. I believe investing in their education is crucial because it will provide them with opportunities for success and in turn, they will help me in the future."

"I am a father of seven children, and my main goal is to provide them with the quality education and life they deserve. Although I did not have the chance to receive an education myself, I have seen how those who did have achieved great success. This motivates me to ensure my children get the best education possible. I currently work in construction, focusing on repairing doors and homes. To secure a stable future for my family, I plan to buy a piece of land and start a vegetable-selling business. This business will help generate a reliable income, enabling me to provide for my children’s education and improve their quality of life."

"I am a father with one child and currently make ends meet through construction work. To earn extra money, I sometimes borrow my friend's bike, but there are times when they either refuse to lend it or charge $5 per day, which is challenging for me. I own two goats and plan to breed them to sell their offspring. My goal is to use the proceeds to enroll in driving school. Obtaining a driver's license would open up driving job opportunities in Mombasa, helping me provide a better life for my family and support my child’s future."

"Currently, I don’t have a business; I focus on taking care of my six goats. Investing in goats is a good strategy because they multiply easily, and I can sell them or exchange them for dairy cows. My goal is to exchange my goats for a dairy cow, then milk the cow and sell the milk to my neighbors. This will help me generate income and support my family. Previously, I milked my father-in-law’s cow, but after his passing, the cow was sold. I believe that expanding into dairy farming will significantly improve my family’s well-being and secure a better future for us."

"As a mother of one, my goal is to expand my shop, where I currently sell items such as flour, oil, sugar, rice, and soap. Previously, I relied solely on farming, which left me without work during dry seasons. Thanks to GiveDirectly and my husband, I was able to start this business, which keeps me busy and increases my income. I plan to save my transfers and the profits from my shop to expand my inventory. I aim to add new products like beans and greens and increase my stock to boost my profits and grow the business."

"I currently have ten goats and ten chickens, a venture I embarked on as soon as I received the GiveDirectly transfers. My plan is to let the goats breed so I can sell them to cover my children's school fees and also trade them for cows. I also care for my neighbor’s chickens and use my skills to tend to my own flock. I am confident that, over time, both my goats and chickens will thrive and multiply. This will provide opportunities to sell some or trade them and help establish a reliable income stream to support my family’s needs. Ensuring my children receive the best education is very important to me, and this will help make that possible."