"I am the happiest woman alive because my dream of building a house for my family was able to start when I was receiving transfers, our house is an old worn off structure. The rains have been our biggest enemy as it made the state of the house worse by washing off more of the mud wall. I have been working on getting a two room house which will require about 20 sheets of iron. I have so far done 9 sheets and the starting structure has gone up already. My goal is to finish this project this year using the transfers so I am left with more from my transfers to invest in the education of my children getting all my 6 school aged children in school."

"Reliable source of income is the current challenge I am facing in life. I am a widow who depends on subsistence farming though farming is not reliable in our area. Most of the time I do casual jobs earning little income which caters for food. The income is low such that I cannot buy beddings I do sleep on the floor. This affects my healthy."

"Housing is the challenge I am facing in life. I live in a house that has leaking roof. The roof was destroyed by falling coconut tree. During rain season then the family spends sleepless nights. I lack the capacity to change the roof due to lack of funds."

"Now that my farm is prepared, I'll plant maize when it rains. After harvesting, I'll sell some of the produce and keep some for our consumption. The money I earn from selling will go towards purchasing a cow. Once the cow multiplies, I'll use the offspring to pay off my wife's dowry, which I haven't finished paying and is causing me a lot of stress, feeling like a debt hanging over me. With the help of GiveDirectly cash, I'm confident I'll be able to achieve this dream."

"My mind is focused on one thing: repairing our house. The rains are almost starting, and that worries me a lot. With the cash transfers I'm receiving from GiveDirectly, my sole aim is to ensure that our house repairs are completed. It's been a constant source of concern for me and my family, but with this support, I'm hopeful that we'll finally be able to make our home safe and secure again."

"With the cash transfers I'm receiving, my aim is to finish building my house, a dream that has felt out of reach for so long. Once this is done, I plan to expand my herd of livestock. This will not only boost my income but also ensure I have the means to support my own needs and those of my family. All thanks to Givedirectly for creating a better future for myself and those I care about."

"My plan for the coming year is to invest in livestock using the cash transfers I receive. I believe that by purchasing livestock, I can create a sustainable source of income for my family. Once these animals reproduce, I intend to sell them, generating additional funds that will allow me to comfortably provide for my children's basic needs. I believe that by ensuring my children have access to a good education, their future will be secure, and they will also be able to support us in return. I'm grateful for the support and opportunities that Givedirectly transfers have provided us."

"In my opinion, GD has demonstrated exceptional generosity by giving us a significant amount of cash without discrimination. If it had been another organization, we may not have had the chance to benefit, especially as we are newcomers to the village, having been displaced by bandits two years ago. We are immensely grateful for this support, as it has given me the motivation to rebuild my life.After losing all my livestock to the bandits, I used part of the transfer to purchase two goats, which I see as a valuable investment due to their rapid reproduction rate. I am confident that in the near future, they will multiply and contribute to supporting my children's education through their sales. Additionally, the transfer has alleviated my concerns about paying school fees, allowing me to cover my children's educational expenses without worry. Thank you for the assistance, GD."

"The idea of starting my own business started the moment I began receiving my transfers. I am currently not employed, as I devote my time to taking care of my children at home. The more I save, the more inspired I become to start my own vegetable shop. I believe that through proper saving, I will certainly start my business. This venture would make it easier for us to afford my children's school fees."

"Buying a plot of land in a safe place"