"In 2010, we faced displacement from our original homeland due to the rising waters of Lake Baringo. Forced to borrow temporarily, the owner of the land where we settled issued a notice to vacate by April of this year if we couldn't purchase the property. The looming deadline added daily stress to our lives, as our finances were insufficient for such a significant purchase. Last June, my spouse secured a job as a security guard, but the monthly salary of $60 proved inadequate for our family's basic needs. Receiving the transfer provided a golden opportunity to secure ownership of the land. I used $400 from this transfer, leaving $600 that I plan to further reduce using the third transfer. This has brought a sense of peace; the daily threats of eviction are now a thing of the past. Additionally, I can now pursue personal development, such as farming, without the previous owner's objections. Additionally, I utilized $35 to purchase food and $15 on clothes for my children."

"I am setting my sights on a transformative project for my home: investing in a water piping system and purchasing a storage tank. The trek to the river is tedious. Currently, I rely on the kindness of neighbors having their water systems, a temporary solution that highlights the need for a more sustainable approach. Piping water to my homestead will secure a consistent water supply for my livestock, enhancing their well-being and productivity and enabling me to start kitchen gardening once I fence my land. This venture into gardening promises a dual benefit: it will provide my family with fresh produce while allowing us to be more self-sufficient. Having a reliable water source at home means freedom from the perennial water issues that have long plagued us. It's a step towards a significant improvement in our quality of life."

"With the generous support from GiveDirectly, I expanded my small goat herd by purchasing three additional goats for $150, a meaningful investment aimed at creating a lasting legacy and aiding in my family's future sustenance. I was managing 10 to 15 chicks due to financial constraints. With the support from GiveDirectly, I purchased 30 more chicks at $33, along with $15 worth of chick mash, significantly boosting my poultry business. Recognizing the need for a proper shelter for my growing chicks, I invested $50 in a ready-made chicken house, transitioning them from the kitchen to a more suitable environment. Additionally, the timely support facilitated the purchase of fertilizer for $150 for my three-acre maize farm at a critical top-dressing stage, a crucial step I could not have funded otherwise. To improve my family's living conditions, I allocated $30 for a new mattress, replacing the worn-out one and providing my children, who previously relied on temporary bedding, with a more comfortable sleeping arrangement. I used $12 on a few food items. Miscellaneous expenses included $4 for transport and $6 for educational books for my children to ensure their well-being and education are not compromised. As farmers, my husband and I tirelessly work to support our family, navigating the unpredictable nature of our livelihood with determination and hope. GiveDirectly's support has alleviated immediate financial pressures and planted seeds for a prosperous future for our family."

"My aspiration is to acquire a piece of land on which I can construct a home, providing a peaceful dwelling for myself and my three children. Having separated from my husband a considerable time ago, my driving force is to secure a permanent residence for my children, ensuring they have a stable and comforting home. The financial support from the transfers has been instrumental in not only caring for my ailing son but also in procuring food and enhancing the prospects of my business. I find great satisfaction in the progress made towards my goal and the positive impact on my family's well-being."

"The structural integrity of my home is under imminent threat as the timber supporting the roof is being gradually consumed by weevils, leading to the impending collapse of the roof. In the upcoming months, my strategy involves accumulating sufficient funds by selling some of my livestock. The proceeds from this endeavor will be earmarked for the acquisition of new poles and the construction of a replacement roof for my residence. Simultaneously, a parallel long-term objective is to procure land, where I envision the development of rental properties to generate additional income. The ongoing financial support has played a pivotal role in realizing some of these aspirations, for which I am genuinely grateful."

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"I WANT TO RARE A NUMBER OF DOMESTIC ANIMALS AND ALSO OWN LAND"

"I WANT TO BUY AND GROW COFFEE"

"I am a single mother with two children. My children are still young none is attending school. I believe that now I can think beyond what the limits poverty had brought in our lives before Givedirectly transfers. I would want to open a business that will facilitate my educating them when they start school. My business idea is to sell new clothes which will requires $100 to get a shop and stock it. I plan to save towards this goal from my monthly transfers and once I have enough to start the business I will be able to launch it and hopefully make more money than I do with my pastry hawking business."

"Givedirectly transfers have forever altered the course of life for me for the better. As I said my parents have been struggling financially, my father a charcoal seller and my mother a seasonal farmer have not had much luck. During the rains my father can no longer burn and sell charcoal due to the weather my mother however can plan but only for subsistence use. I knew I wanted to study through college and be an electrician but I also knew I had to chat my path. Now I am rearing chicken so as to help with achieving this goal. I also hope to redirect funds to this once my debt is fully paid off to my secondary school."