"With a total of five children enrolled in school, my primary focus is to utilize the transfers to ensure their uninterrupted education. Given the absence of a consistent income source, these monthly transfers are crucial for covering my children's school fees. Additionally, I am determined to address the long-standing issue of my house's deteriorating roof, which has been causing significant problems. The continuous leaks during rainy weather have taken a toll on my household, and it's crucial to resolve this situation. Using the transfers, I have managed to acquire 8 pieces of iron sheets so far. My goal is to purchase a total of 16 sheets to complete the renovation of the house's roof. By securing the necessary materials for the renovation, I aim to create a more stable and comfortable living space for my family."

"I am a parent to six children, with one attending high school and the others in junior school. Sustaining their education has proven challenging for my husband and me, as we lack a stable source of income. The introduction of the new curriculum has brought additional financial burdens, making it difficult to meet all the educational expenses. My husband relies on casual jobs for a living, while I generate income by producing and selling liquid soap, although the returns are minimal. Without the consistent monthly transfers, it would be a constant struggle to keep my children in school, especially considering the risk of frequent suspensions due to unpaid fees. To overcome this challenge, I depend on monthly transfers to ensure timely payment of their fees. This financial support is crucial in preventing disruptions to their education and allows me to prioritize their continued attendance in school despite the ongoing financial difficulties."

"I have used most of it construct a house"

"A significant milestone I aim to achieve in the forthcoming months is the consistent and timely completion of payments for the iron sheets. Upon accomplishing this, my next initiative will involve procuring new building poles to reinforce the mud walls, which have begun to exhibit substantial cracks. The ongoing support from the transfers has been instrumental in propelling me towards the realization of my enduring aspiration for a more improved dwelling, for which I am sincerely grateful."

"My main goal is to see my family comfortably settled in our new home, a space that will not only accommodate us adequately but also provides the comfort we have longed for. Moving forward it will create an environment that truly enhances the well-being and happiness of my family. We are so excited about the transformative change Givedirectly is bringing in our lives."

"My main goal for the coming year is to expand my livestock rearing business. I intend to exchange these goats for cows, thus elevating and expanding my income generation cycle. With this I will have the ability to provide for my family with ease. My children's education will be catered for. This support has contributed to our household well being."

"In my view, GD has made a positive impact by providing us with a generous cash transfer. This has significantly improved the quality of my life, bringing joy and happiness. Their support has allowed me to address immediate needs and envision a more secure future. Specifically, the transfer played a crucial role in financing my children's education, a concern that has been troubling me. Previously, I had been relying on selling goats to cover the fees, and GD's assistance has saved me the remaining 10, allowing my goat herd to reproduce faster. I am confident that by the third term of this year, I will have enough to pay for that term's fees. Heartfelt thanks to GD for their support."

"My life has not been easy. I work as a casual laborer, burning charcoal, and my weekly earnings of $10 barely cover our basic needs. I recently received an unconditional cash transfer, which is still untouched and while it wasn't enough to meet all our needs, I decided to use it wisely. My family's current dwelling is on the verge of collapse, so am planning to used part of the cash to start building a two-room house for us. My husband, who has a disability, cannot contribute to our income, making me the sole provider for our three children. Am also plan to invest it in buying two goats to provide financial security through breeding. With the hope that these goats will multiply, I dream of a brighter future where my family can live comfortably and sleep in a secure and leak-free home."

"After returning from my initial home due to tribal conflicts between the Pokot and Tugen, I found myself alone, caring for my four children as my wife left to remarry a year later. When I received the recent transfer, I promptly went to the nearby shopping center, Marigat, to collect the money. I invested $110 in buying two goats, adding to my existing herd of 17, aiming to rebuild my livestock assets that were significantly reduced during the conflicts. To sustain my family, I spent $45 on purchasing foodstuff, particularly a sack of maize. Allocating $10, I bought clothes for three of my four children, and the other $3 covered school fees arrears for the fourth child who never got a pair of new clothes. Formerly reliant on unreliable casual labor, which often led to selling goats for income, I am pleased to stabilize my finances. With aspirations to construct a new house, I initiated the process by hiring labor for $40 to dig the foundation. My current grass-thatched house motivates me to improve our living conditions, and I am grateful for the support, looking forward to further enhancements for my family's well-being."

"I was at home with my daughter, unsure of what to do as we lacked even the basic necessities like food which was very depressing. Earlier that day, I had reached out to a friend, asking for a loan to buy food, so we wouldn't have to go to bed hungry after spending the day without eating. When I called her to inquire about the money, she assured me that she had sent it a while ago. It was then that I asked my daughter to check my mobile money balance, and to our surprise, we discovered that GiveDirectly had also sent us money, unbeknownst to us. Overwhelmed with gratitude, we praised the Lord for His timely help. I knew that my children would not go to bed hungry anymore, and this was a great feeling. As a mother of two, with my son having just completed his A-level education and my daughter in primary school, I struggle to make ends meet. My income is irregular, relying on farm work and selling vegetables, which often falls short of meeting our needs. My husband, employed in another town, visits only once a year and provides insufficient support. Upon receiving the transfer, my immediate priority was to settle my son's school fees debt so that he could obtain his certificate and pursue further education."