"I am determined to build a new, larger house to accommodate my family members. The current one is too small and in a state of disrepair, making it difficult and unpleasant to host relatives during holidays or special occasions. With my upcoming transfer, I intend to purchase building poles and other essential materials to construct a spacious and comfortable home where we can warmly welcome guests when needed. I am deeply grateful for the financial support provided by the transfers, as they have significantly improved the quality of life for me and my family. This assistance has empowered me to work towards fulfilling our housing needs and creating a welcoming environment for our loved ones."

"For the past 15 years, I've been alone since my husband died in a car crash in Meru County. It was tough taking care of our six kids without him. But when I got the latest money transfer, I decided to do something smart with itI used $180 to rent a piece of land and plant beans. Beans are marketable in our area, so I figured it was a good investment. When you harvest one hectare of beans, you get 6 bags. Each bag sells for $170. So, planting beans seemed like a good idea to make money. And I'm thankful to GiveDirectly for giving me the money to start farming.I also spent $50 to buy mango seedlings and planted them in my compound. When I get older, I can sell the mangoes and relax under the shade of the mango trees, enjoying them and remembering the help from GiveDirectly.The rest of the money went towards my kids' school fees. Before this money came, I used to borrow loans or sell my animals to pay for school. But thanks to GiveDirectly, things have improved. I used to have a lot of debt, but now I don't owe anyone. I even have some money saved in the bank for emergencies."

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"I can no longer work casually to earn a living and put food on the table. The only support that I am left with is my children, they are the one to provide food and other basic needs for me. It is about thirty years ago when I was involved in a road accident and I was lucky to have survived without any injury. I assumed this and never went for a medical check up. Little did I know that this will hunt me in the future. I am now struggling to walk and do other family chores. My back and legs are in pain, I am now living on painkillers to feel better. GiveDirectly gives me another chance to smile. With GiveDirectly's cash transfer, I will be able to go for medication and visit a specialist."

"It has been remarkably tough for our family of 10, relying on farming to make ends meet. The adverse climatic conditions in our area have made farming difficult, affecting both crop and livestock production. This has put a strain on our finances, especially when it comes to paying school fees for our seven children. Last term was particularly challenging when three of our children had to collect school fees arrears of $350, causing them to miss school sessions. To raise part of the fee, I had to sell some of our sheep, which was a difficult decision to make. However, there is still a balance remaining, and I am worried they will face the same situation again if I cannot clear it soon. It is a constant source of concern for me as a parent, and I am exploring every option to ensure our children can continue their education without interruption."

"Currently, the two goals that I have is to invest on livestock keeping through the purchase of goats and to pay school fees for my son. This is because I would love to see him excel in life and achieve his dreams. Due to this, I am willing to do any possible thing to make sure that he completes his studies. The goats will also come in handy when I do not have money to use in paying for his school fees as I can easily sell them. Aside from the financial support from GiveDirectly, the government aid for the aged will come in handy in achieving these goals that I have as I am optimistic that I'll start receiving them from May as we were promised."

"The main goal that we currently have as a family is to build a more spacious and permanent house for my family and to pay school fees for our three children, one being in secondary and the other being in grade four and one. Aside from the support that I will be getting from my spouse, I will be dividing the money I get from the two groups that I am in so that I can pay school fees for the children as well as buy some building materials. The house we currently live in is small and in a bad condition as it is almost falling due to heavy rains that we sometimes experience. Despite doing repairs most of the time, it's still not save for us to continue living in it. Without the financial support from GiveDirectly, it will take us longer time to achieve the goal of building a permanent house that we will no longer have to worry about the heavy rains anymore. This is because my spouse will have to shoulder more burden as he will be the only sole provider for our family."

"Currently, my goal is to invest the money that I will receive from our savings group on livestock farming by buying some goats. This is a great investment since they increase in number over a short period of time. In addition, I can easily convert them to cash when in need since they're not so costly when selling. This goal will only be possible with the aid from GiveDirectly since without it, I would be so strained financially."

"My current living conditions are dire, with my house in a dilapidated state and the walls on the verge of collapse. Despite making some repairs in the past, the structure still poses a safety risk to my family of four. In an effort to improve our living situation, I have taken steps towards constructing a new two-room house. I recently purchased six pieces of iron sheets, a significant step towards realizing my goal. However, I still need to acquire six more sheets along with other necessary building materials. To achieve this, I intend to continue saving money through the savings group, prioritizing the completion of our new home. I am incredibly grateful for the financial assistance provided by GiveDirectly, as it has been instrumental in enabling me to work towards securing a safer and more stable living environment for my family. With determination and the continued support of the transfers, I am confident that we will achieve our goal of a new home."

"I'm currently facing challenges providing enough food for my family due to the limited maize harvest from my farm. As a result, we're forced to purchase expensive food from the shop. With my next transfers, I intend to prioritize purchasing food to ensure that my family's nutritional needs are met. Additionally, I plan to allocate funds towards paying school fees for my three children, ensuring they can continue their education without interruption. Moreover, I aspire to improve our living conditions by constructing a spacious three-bedroom house to replace our current dilapidated dwelling, which is covered with polythene paper for roofing. This endeavor will provide my family with a safer and more comfortable living environment. I am deeply grateful for the financial support provided by the transfers thus far, as it has been instrumental in enabling me to care for my family's needs. This assistance has provided a lifeline during difficult times, and I am committed to utilizing it effectively to improve our quality of life and secure a brighter future for my loved ones."