"Towards the end of the year, I wish to have bought four more goats through financial aid. Thanks to previous cash transfers, I acquired one goat. Owning more goats will certainly increase my sources of income, which I could trade in the future to raise money for my family’s basic needs like food. More so, this will reduce my dependence on my son even after the cash transfers come to an end."

"I wish to increase my goats from 10 to 20 by the end of the year. However, am afraid that this may not happen considering the financial obligations on my shoulders now that my husband is still hospitalized. Since he fell ill, I have had no support in providing for my family, which has prompted me to rely on charcoal burning. Honestly, what I make from this practice hardly puts daily meals on the table. This is why I want to accumulate wealth through goat keeping as I could easily sell them to make money.  "

"There are many things that I wish to accomplish in my life. However, of relevance at this time is owning goats. According to me, rearing goats is the best way I can contribute to the needs of the family, eventually reducing the weight carried by my son. This is because, as the goats multiply, I could sell them to generate money to cover some of the household's costs. By the end of the year, I wish to have bought four goats. After that, I want to buy a more decent bed and a mattress in place of the sisal-twined one that I have used for a long time. I need to upgrade my sleeping space and enjoy more comfortable night sleeps than the ones am experiencing right now."

"I hope to continue paying for my child's school fees for the coming years and beyond believing that education is the equaliser. To enable me to do this, I am planning to major in vegetable farming and later on sell it through a small grocery that I own in order to earn extra income. I believe this will be sustainable enough to secure his education and to accomplish my heart desire."

"The biggest difference in my life since I started receiving the money is that I am happy we are living in our own house. I do not worry anymore about being thrown out anytime. I am also glad that I am free to do any investment in the land since it is mine"

"In the coming year, in addition to providing for my family's basic needs and covering my children's school fees, I plan to use some of my monthly transfers to purchase and raise livestock. My current source of income is limited, and I believe that diversifying my income streams through livestock farming will be beneficial. By selling these animals at a good price in the market, I anticipate that I will earn significant profits. Moreover, the current weather conditions are favorable for livestock farming, and this will enable me to establish and expand my livestock selling business."

"Upon receiving the first transfer, I spent a large sum of money paying off my wife's hospital bills after she was admitted for pregnancy-related complications. I was relieved to receive a second transfer of funds in a timely manner. Sadly, my wife passed away just a week after giving birth due to excessive bleeding. Fortunately, my mother has been taking excellent care of the baby. I used the second transfer to purchase items necessary for the baby's care, such as 10 pieces of infant formula for a total cost of $170, and other essential supplies. Additionally, I paid $10 in examination fees for my elder daughter, who is currently in the fourth grade, as well as bought her a new pair of shoes and a school uniform for $16. I also bought $62 worth of household foodstuffs, including maize and beans. In addition, I invested $60 in a medical insurance card, ensuring that any future hospital visits will be covered, and I will not have to spend as much on medical bills. As the rainy season began, I spent $15 on seeds and fertilizers to plant crops and hopefully yield a better harvest in the upcoming months. The remaining funds were saved to cover emergencies and my children's daily expenses, such as expensive toiletries."

"Education is a matter that is deeply important to me, and I am of the opinion that ensuring my children receive an education is the most significant investment I can make in their future. It is my desire that they acquire the necessary skills and knowledge to pursue their careers successfully. To that end, my goal is to invest a substantial portion of my monthly stipend towards paying their school fees. By doing so, I believe they will be equipped to attract gainful employment, which will guarantee a bright future for themselves, as well as the ability to support me in my old age. This year and beyond, I will prioritize their education by investing in it."

"My top priority was to build a separate kitchen house since the current living arrangement was not healthy for me and my family. Our house doubled as the main living area and the kitchen, causing smoke from the fireplace to circulate throughout the house. However, due to the lack of a reliable source of income, I had been unable to undertake this project until I received the transfer from GiveDirectly. With the funds, I spent approximately $110 on constructing a new kitchen house. Subsequently, I purchased seats and bedding for $140 and paid for my child's school fees with the remaining amount. I am grateful for the support that has greatly improved my standard of living."

"Even though my husband and I are teachers, we are currently awaiting government placement, leaving us to rely on the small stipend we receive from teaching as well as contributions from the parent-teacher association. Our family consists of two children, and we consider ourselves blessed. GiveDirectly's financial assistance has been a true blessing for us, as it has enabled us to comfortably meet our daily needs, especially regarding food, which was a challenge before. Upon receiving the transfer, I purchased food and clothing, as well as a cow worth $270 and a table and chair worth $50. Knowing that we have enough food in the house brings me a sense of fulfillment as a parent, as I am confident that my family will have enough to eat, which was difficult to achieve before due to our unstable source of income. We are truly grateful for the monthly support that has transformed our lives."