Chroeun is a 35-year-old corn farmer and father from Cambodia. He and his wife have three children aged three, eleven, and fifteen. His children attend school, and his wife works with him in the corn fields. In his free time, Chroeun enjoys spending time with his family, and prior to his accident, he was an avid volleyball player. In February, Chroeun suffered burns on both of his arms from a fire at the corn fields. Burn scan contractures have developed, tightening the skin around his elbows. As a result, it is difficult for him to bend his arms, and he has difficulty doing everyday tasks. When Chroeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled for an hour seeking treatment. On November 2nd, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to help improve function in his arms. CSC is requesting $495 to fund this procedure. Chroeun contributed $100 to his care. Chroeun shared, " I hope I can move my arms better so I can go back to work and help support my family."

Hla Moe is a 30-year-old man who lives with his parents, sister, brother-in-law, nephew, and son in a village in Karen State, Burma. His family owns a paddy farm where most of them work. They use a small area of the farm to plant vegetables for themselves. They also raise chickens, pigs, and goats that they sell. Hla Moe stays at home to look after his son, while his wife lives in Mae Sot, Thailand, and works as a medic. In his free time, he likes to watch the news. Many years ago, Hla Moe experienced pain in his back and the left side of his abdomen. The pain became more frequent and severe, prompting him to seek medical treatment. Hla Moe was seen to have multiple stones in his left kidney and is recommended to have surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, can help. Hla Moe is scheduled for surgery to remove the kidney stones on March 15th. He needs help raising $1,500 for the surgery. Hla Moe said, “I am lucky that there are donors who will support my treatment. Without your support, I would never be able to get treatment. I am thankful for all the support you’ve given me.”

Ireen is a 24-year-old single mother from Malawi. To support her family, Ireen grows maize. While fetching firewood, Ireen fell and fractured her elbow. Because of the pain, she is unable to perform daily tasks and work on the farm. If left untreated, it may result in the non-union of the fractured bone. She is scheduled for surgery on March 12th and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $525 for her surgery and care. Treatment will relieve Ireen of the pain and help her resume working on her farm again. Ireen says, “I hope to receive treatment so that I can take care of my child.”