"What truly impressed me about receiving support from GiveDirectly was the direct and uncomplicated nature of the assistance. The fact that the cash transfers are unconditional and arrived at the perfect time made a significant difference. This timely support enabled children from underprivileged backgrounds to attend school, demonstrating the impact of such aid. I hope GiveDirectly continues with this approach, as it is making a meaningful difference in people's lives."

"I want to construct a house in the land that i just bought"

"I bought land because i live in a very risky area"

"I consider the lack of a reliable source of income as my biggest challenge. This is because, since I separated from my husband almost 10 years ago, I remained with the burden of taking care of my 2 young children. This means I am required to engage in any available job including casual work at the mining sites. All my daily wage which is mostly $8 goes into paying school fees for my children leaving me with nothing to save. At home, my house is very small with no privacy at all. We normally use rugged sacks and clothes as our beddings. What a worrying situation for my family!"

"Financial constraints stand out as my biggest challenge because my husband and I are jobless at home due to our old age. This has pushed us to live a desperate life due to the worst nature of our house and the beddings. Imagine sleeping in a house without a door! This has exposed us to the danger of robbery at night. Also, sleeping on my bed over the night means waking up with rope marks all over the body which makes me feel more pain. What a worrying life!"

"I recently enrolled in college as a part-time student, pursuing a course in masonry. Since I rely on transfers to pay for my tuition, I've been surviving on menial construction jobs. I believe that having a certificate will help me find more profitable opportunities. To enhance my education, I recently joined a merry-go-round where I contribute $25. When it's my turn to receive the transfers, I'll be able to pay for my tuition. Once I complete the course this year, I plan to invest in livestock, specifically goats and chickens"

"I would like to increase my investment in livestock, specifically by purchasing more chickens and goats. Currently, I own over ten birds and two goats. As I do not have any other source of income, I primarily rely on subsistence farming to provide food for my family during the planting season. However, these livestock can be a great investment for my children's education. When they reproduce, I can sell them to pay for my children's education and also help solve my financial problems. Additionally, I plan on selling these animals in the future to buy a dairy cow, which I can then use to produce and sell milk for a living"

"My aim is to allocate a larger portion of my transfers towards expanding my livestock holdings. As the value of livestock appreciates with time, their capacity to reproduce and grow in number presents a significant advantage, amplifying my initial investment. With a forward-looking approach, I intend to utilize the proceeds from selling the livestock to fund my children's education. It brings me great joy to witness how these transfers are not only supporting my children's education but also catering to their fundamental needs, even in the absence of a steady income."

"Living in constant fear due to a leaking roof that seemed like it could collapse anytime was a tough reality for me. However, after receiving the cash transfer from GiveDirectly, I was able to take a significant step towards a safer life. I used the money to renovate the roof, making it strong enough to withstand heavy rainfall. The transformation not only fixed the physical structure but also brought peace of mind. Now, I can go about my daily life without the worry of my house falling apart, knowing that I am safe and secure in my own home. The support from GiveDirectly has truly changed my life for the better."

"The organization has undeniably excelled in providing generous cash transfers, allowing individuals to make substantial investments with the potential for significant future returns. Personally, I am deeply grateful for the impact of the transfer on my circumstances. It played a crucial role in ensuring that my children can continue their studies without facing the risk of being sent home due to unpaid school fees. This has alleviated a significant source of worry for me, and I am genuinely thankful for the positive change it has brought about."