John is a 16-year-old and a bright seventh grade student. He is the youngest of two children and lives with his grandmother. He’s also found a mentor in his church pastor who offers guidance and counseling. His family relies on their local church for food and living expenses.
John was born with hypospadias, a congenital abnormality that causes urinary dysfunction. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and will be at risk of infertility.
Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH) is helping John to receive treatment. John is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on April 30th at AMH’s care center. Now, AMH is requesting $735 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care.
John’s grandmother shared, “My grandson has had a traumatizing childhood which left him with poor self-esteem. Finding out about this condition made the situation worse, and his low self-esteem is more visible. I am hopeful that through getting this surgery, his self-esteem will improve and slowly but surely my grandson will be happy again.”