"Despite having arrears, my heart is at peace unlike before knowing that my daughter has gone back to school. This has given her ample time to concentrate on her studies. If not for GiveDrectly, I do not know what I could do"

"In order to maintain a productive farming operation that generates a significant income, we rely on the seasonal rivers nearby for water. However, the demand for water from other farmers can sometimes lead to the rivers drying up, resulting in significant losses for our tomato crops. To support our farming activities, I plan to grow my cosmetic business in the coming years, since its profitability is not solely reliant on weather conditions. During planting season, I hire a shop attendant to manage the store, ensuring that customers have access to the cosmetic products even when I am occupied with farming duties."

"GiveDirectly has done an amazing job, not only to me but to the community as well. The transfers I received have helped me start businesses that are already earning me a good income. The ripple effect of these transfers has been felt in the community as other families have also been able to start their own businesses. This has improved the overall economic status of the community, which is a testament to the positive impact that GiveDirectly has had. Their commitment to helping people lift themselves out of poverty is truly admirable and has made a significant difference in the lives of many."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is that I now have a clear plan on what I need to do. Having been greatly boosted by GiveDirectly to do some of the things like farming and sending my child to school have made me so proud of myself and in a position to plan ahead. The helping hand offered by GiveDirectly has been replicated everywhere and people have gotten what to do for once. We are proud and happy for this as a village. There is total change across my village that cannot go unnoticed and unappreciated. We are simply happy and proud as a people."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is the fact that I am happier than I have ever been before. Looking at the things that I have been able to accomplish makes me just happy. I can only say I am a very happy person having taken my child to school and the fact that I can now afford to plan on what to do. This has made me and my family quite happy"

"I felt so happy the moment I received money from GiveDirectly. It was around 3:00 pm that day when I heard my phone ring and upon checking 8 confirmed that indeed I had received some money from GiveDirectly. We had been informed that we were going to receive the money around that time and so it did not come as a surprise to me. I felt happy that I was finally going to be able to accomplish things that I had set out to achieve."

"The biggest difference in my life since I started receiving this transfer is that my stress levels have greatly reduced. Over the recent past some of my livestock were eaten up by a hyena since we stay close to a forest. Such happenings and failing to raise enough money to pay school fees are just but a few incidences that increases my stress levels occasionally. GiveDirectly came in handy and stood in the gap to help me reduce such stresses. I am personally very happy that I was considered to be part of this program. I am sure my life and that of my family shall henceforth change and we shall forever be indebted to GiveDirectly."

"The biggest difference in my daily life is in what I have been able to achieve with the money. The fact that we have averted hunger during such a time and the school fees that I have fully paid for my two children who are in secondary school makes me really happy and peaceful. Had I not received these transfers then things would have been tough. This is because the livestock that I have been depending on to pay such fees and meet other expenses have also been badly affected by the prevailing drought. My whole family is happier than we have ever been in our lives. We look forward to achieving much more with the remaining transfers."

"GiveDirectly has done an excellent job of improving the living conditions of people living in poverty. Through their efforts, families who were once sleeping on the floor—mine included—now have access to clean and comfortable beds. This has had a significant impact on the quality of our lives, allowing us to sleep well and feel more comfortable in our homes. GiveDirectly's work has undoubtedly contributed to the alleviation of poverty, and many families who have benefited from their programs have appreciated their efforts."

"GiveDirectly has been very successful in bringing meaningful transformation to the communities it serves. The fact that every household was able to use a well, pay for school fees, and even construct new houses is a testament to the impact of their work. What is particularly noteworthy is the positive response and appreciation from the families who received support. This is a clear indication that GiveDirectly has been able to build trust and deliver meaningful change to those who need it most. It is my hope and prayer that all other villages with the same challenges we had before recovering the transfers would be visited, enrolled, and given the same financial support to improve their living standards."