"I hoped to start a business this year to supplement my income, but I was unable to do so. This is due to the fact that I spend a significant amount of my income on my children's schooling. I plan to fund their college education with the proceeds from my charcoal-selling business. They will secure decent employment and support me after they finish school."

"In the coming year and beyond, I hope to build a chicken coop and grow chickens for sale. This will considerably supplement my income and allow me to cover the basic needs of my family. I'd also like to try subsistence farming now that we've had enough rain in the last two months. This means food security for my family and an improvement in the quality of our life."

"Even before receiving support from GiveDirectly, my dream was to venture into farming and expand my agricultural activities. Though I had a small piece of land, it proved sufficient for producing enough food and surplus to sell. With the last transfer, I decided to invest in hybrid tomato seedlings from a well-known farm in Naivasha, which cost $380. Transportation back home added an additional $50. Many farmers have confidence in this farm, and the convenient sleeve-like containers that the seedlings come in make transplanting simple. These tomatoes have a short growth period, and I was delighted to harvest a good profit of over $500 after covering planting and maintenance costs. I am truly grateful to GiveDirectly for the support, as it has established a sustainable farming foundation for me and my family. Our goal is to expand our farming activities to more pieces of land to increase harvests and income. The remaining $20 was used to buy food for my family of five."

"I now have joy in my life, I have never expected to receive such help in my life. God is good."

"Although I am currently residing on another well-wisher's land with permission to construct a house, my goal for the coming year and beyond is to start saving up to purchase my own land. I am diligently working on the leaseholds where I farm, aiming for a better harvest that can provide enough food for my family and allow me to save the surplus funds to eventually buy a piece of land. After the community conflicts forced us to leave our original home and resulted in the loss of most of our wealth, including 100 goats and over 50 cows, we now have only 8 goats left. My plan is to breed these goats, as they will serve as a source of both milk and income when we sell them in the future. This endeavor is essential for securing a stable future for my family."

"Since receiving the first transfer, the biggest difference in our daily lives has been twofold. Firstly, we have been able to address the issue with our old house, which had mud walls that would collapse often during rainy seasons, leading to costly repairs. With the transfer, we initiated the construction work by purchasing construction materials to replace the weak mud walls. Secondly, we faced challenges in sourcing food due to the scarcity of casual labor, which we relied upon in the past. However, after receiving the funds, we were able to buy enough food, ensuring we now enjoy healthier meals. We are incredibly grateful for the support, as it has made a substantial difference in our overall well-being."

"Receiving the first transfer from GiveDirectly was an immensely joyful and grateful moment for me. The support came at a critical time when we were facing severe hunger, and it also allowed us to pay for our two children's secondary school fees. The notification arrived around 3:00 p.m. while I was on my farm, and I quickly confirmed the message, filled with excitement at what I saw. Being alone at the time, I had to wait until later in the evening, when I returned home, to share the news with my husband. He was also running errands at the nearby shopping center while I was working on the farm. Together, we made plans for the funds and collected them the following day."

"My primary goal as the year comes to a close and beyond is to make a wise investment in purchasing goats. This step is crucial in my journey towards achieving financial stability, as it will provide a reliable source of income. As the goat herd multiplies over time, I plan to sell some of them to meet my pressing needs, which are currently a challenge for me to fulfill. This endeavor marks a significant accomplishment in my quest for a more secure and prosperous future."

"By the end of this year, my primary goal is to acquire a minimum of three goats, which I consider a prudent investment for my future. These goats will eventually multiply, allowing me to sell some of them for profit. The proceeds from the sales will be utilized to construct a new house, as my current residence is in a deteriorating condition and might collapse at any moment. This approach serves a dual purpose: establishing a sustainable income stream through livestock sales and addressing my housing needs using the earnings generated from the goat sales."

"Spent most of the transfer on buying land and iron sheets."