Kiya is a five-year-old boy from Ethiopia. His parents both work as shop staff members. He is in kindergarten and has two older brothers. Kiya has dealt with chronic tonsillitis since he was one year old. Tonsillitis is a condition where the inflammation of the tonsils, usually caused by viral or bacterial infections, causes a sore throat and painful swallowing. Recently, Kiya's tonsils have been enlarged, which will result in these symptoms persisting and potentially worsening over time if not treated. Kiya will undergo a tonsillectomy on April 25th. Surgeons will remove his tonsils, hopefully relieving Kiya of his symptoms and helping him live more comfortably. Our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, is requesting $700 to fund this procedure. Kiya's parents shared, "We hope he will finally be able to attend school and play with his brothers without pain. We know this surgery will give him the strong physical foundation he needs to grow."

Nay is a 46-year-old construction worker from Cambodia. He lives in Battambang Province with his wife and two children. His wife works as a construction worker, and their children are in grades 8 and 9. In his free time, he enjoys planting vegetables around his home and chatting with his friends. On March 30, 2026, Nay sustained an electrical injury while working and fell from approximately three meters. He has burns on both hands and lower legs, causing pain and stiffness. The injury causes significant pain, stiffness, and difficulty performing daily activities, including working and caring for his family. When Nay learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On April 3rd, surgeons at CSC will perform a debridement procedure to remove damaged and infected tissue from the wound and help the wound heal properly. He can contribute $100, but needs help raising $317 more to fund his procedure and care. Nay said, “I hope this surgery will help me recover, relieve my pain, and allow me to return to work and take care of my family.”

Agustin is a 61-year-old man from the Philippines. He worked in a condominium building, painting, repairing, and handling overall maintenance. His pay was modest, but it helped support his family. Agustin retired in August 2024 due to age and health. His wife runs a small peanut business, and their son helps support them. Agustin noticed a mass on his jaw. He was worried it might grow larger and cause problems in the future. Doctors recommend that he undergo a parotidectomy, surgery to remove all or part of the parotid gland. This procedure treats tumors and other conditions that affect your parotid gland. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, is helping Agustin undergo surgery on March 11th. He needs help raising $1,500 to fund his procedure and care. Agustin shared, "I am truly grateful for this operation. It saves me from the heavy burden of borrowing money and worrying about expenses, like what happened when my brother passed away. With this support from Watsi and the donors, I can focus on healing and look forward to more time with my family, free from financial stress."

Mdoe is a 14-year-old boy from Kenya. Shortly after his birth, Mdoe showed signs that his intestines were not working properly. He was brought to several hospitals, but was not given a clear diagnosis. Mdoe's condition worsened. He was visibly in pain, restless, and crying constantly. Mdoe's mother was determined to find help. She took him to a larger facility, where doctors explained that his intestines were intertwined and that he would need surgery. He would require a colostomy bag to help him pass stool. After a few days of monitoring, they were discharged. But only days later, complications arose, and Kinago underwent surgery at the same hospital. Life after surgery was far from easy. His mother took him for clinic checkups several times, striving to remain consistent with his care. But back at home, reality pressed in. Both parents engage in small-scale farming, stretching each harvest to provide for their eight children. Eventually, the cost of continued clinic visits became impossible to sustain. Now fourteen, Mdoe has never been able to attend school. It breaks his heart to watch children his age walk to class while he remains at home. His condition requires him to change his colostomy bag regularly, yet he has been using the same one since early childhood. Some schools refused to admit him. Over time, discouraged and burdened by school fees, his mother stopped trying. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On February 12th, Mdoe will undergo abdominal surgery that will improve Mdoe's quality of life. His family needs help raising $1,081 to fund his procedure and care. Mdoe's mother shared, “It is painful when your child asks you why he cannot go to school like other children. I see the longing in his eyes, and I wish I could take this condition away from him. I may not have wealth, but I have never stopped fighting for him, even when the journey felt too heavy for my shoulders.”

Mariat is a two-year-old girl from Ethiopia. In a home filled with quiet worry, this young girl battles recurring tonsillitis, finding comfort only in the arms of the older brother she loves so dearly. Her mother is a homemaker, while her father is a nurse. Nine months ago, Mariat started to experience burning fevers and painful swallowing. The recurring illness has caused a painful cycle of fatigue, poor sleep, and a loss of appetite. Her loud snoring and restless nights leave the whole family drained. Managing her health has become a source of deep worry for her parents, who find it nearly impossible to cover the costs of her treatment on a single, limited salary. Mariat was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils, which, if not treated, will cause her symptoms to persist and possibly intensify over time. Our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, is requesting $700 to fund a tonsillectomy for Mariat, which is scheduled to take place on January 24th. Surgeons will remove her tonsils, hopefully relieving Mariat of her symptoms and helping her live more comfortably. Mariat's parents shared, "Our family hopes this surgery will bring the lasting relief she deserves. We look forward to seeing her healthy and happy at last."

Mersimoy is a 12-year-old middle schooler from Ethiopia. He lives with his mother and his sibling. After losing her husband, Mersimoy's mother has been working hard to raise her two children alone. For the past five years, Mersimoy has been experiencing symptoms such as fever, difficulty eating, struggling to breathe, and mood swings. Because of the constant pain and hospital visits, he had to miss a lot of school. This was hard on him; he fell behind in his classes and deeply missed playing with his friends. His mother wanted to find a job to support them, but she couldn't leave her son while he was sick. Mersimoy was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils, which, if not treated, will cause his symptoms to persist and possibly intensify over time. Our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, is requesting $700 to fund a tonsillectomy for Mersimoy, which is scheduled to take place on January 10th. Surgeons will remove his tonsils, hopefully relieving Mersimoy of his symptoms and helping him live more comfortably. Mersimoy's mother said with a smile, “I am so happy that my son is finally having his surgery. Once he is healthy again, our whole lives will change for the better. I am truly grateful for this chance.”

Chanden is a 21-year-old motorbike mechanic from Cambodia. He is the youngest of seven siblings, all of whom are married and live in nearby villages. He lives with his parents, who are rice farmers, in rural Otdar Mean Chey province. In his free time, he enjoys getting together with his friends and checking social media. In July of this year, Chanden was displaced to a neighboring town following conflict-related evacuations near the Thai border. A few weeks later, he had a motorbike accident on an unfamiliar village road when he lost control of his bike. He has an open wound and fracture of his right leg, and underwent a fracture repair surgery on his right leg, and an amputation procedure of his left leg at a provincial hospital. The injury on his right leg causes ongoing pain and stiffness, limiting his ability to move forward with a prosthesis for his left leg and physical therapy. Chanden learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), and sought treatment. On December 17th, surgeons at CSC will perform a skin graft procedure that will heal his leg wound, reduce pain, and improve mobility. Now, Chanden needs help to fund this $583 procedure. Chanden said, “I hope my leg won't be in pain and I can start recovery."

Beka is a shy two-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He lives with his parents and older sister in a single room provided by their relatives. Beka is very attached to his mother, and he finds joy in playing with bicycles and toy cars, as well as spending time with his sister. His mother cares for their home, while his father works as a daily laborer in construction. After years of anticipation, Beka’s parents were overjoyed to finally welcome their baby boy, who brought immense happiness to their family. Shortly after birth, Beka was diagnosed with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. His parents were initially worried and anxious when they received the news, but the doctor explained that treatment options would be available when he got a bit older. At three months old, his parents diligently followed up at a referral hospital. However, due to a long waiting list, they faced delays, with appointments scheduled every three to six months, leaving them anxious about when surgery treatment would happen. Eventually, they were referred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). At the hospital, Beka was reviewed and the doctor explained that he would need three surgical procedures. Without treatment, Beka would continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and would be at risk of future complications. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Beka receive treatment. On November 18th, he will undergo corrective surgery at BKMCM. Now, Beka's family need help to raise $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Beka's mother said: "Our wish is for good health for our son, and we hope that God will support him during the surgical process."

Htet is an 18-year-old boy from Burma. He is a student and lives with his mother who is a homemaker. His father is an agricultural day laborer in Karen State, Burma. Htet has a heart condition that requires replacement of two heart valves (aortic and mitral) and repair of the tricuspid valve. These valves control the blood flow between the chambers of the heart and are necessary to prevent long-term damage to the heart and lungs. Htet is experiencing a rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing. He cannot walk long distances or he becomes fatigued. He has little appetite, and he is losing weight. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 for this complex surgery. The treatment is scheduled to take place at our medical partner's care center, Kasemrad Prachachuen Hospital, on October 10th and, once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and have a more active and healthy life ahead. Htet said, “I am very thankful to all the donors and BCMF for covering my treatment. Without the help of BCMF, I might have died because we couldn't afford the cost of my treatment. When I recover fully, I want to find a job to support my family.”

Sen is a 38-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He lives in Kampong Thom province. He lives with his divorced mother, who is also a rice farmer. He has one older brother who works in construction and one younger sister who works in a clothing factory. During his free time, he enjoys listening to music and watching the news on the internet. Six months ago, Sen was hit by a car, which caused a severe right leg injury and left him unable to walk. He was taken to a provincial hospital, where doctors performed surgery and fixed his fracture with a locking nail. Since the injury, Sen has been unable to walk due to an Achilles tendon contracture and chronic infection. He is in pain, which limits his independence and ability to work in the rice paddies. He needs to undergo a tendon and nerve repair procedure to help regain strength and mobility. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is helping Sen receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo the tendon and nerve repair procedure on September 2nd. This procedure will cost $701, and Sen and his family need your support. He is able to contribute $50 to his care, but needs help to raise $651 more. Sen's mother said: "After the surgery, I hope that my son will be able to walk and will no longer have any pain."

Su is a 42-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her two children in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. Su’s two children are students. She worked as a taxi driver but had to stop her work three months ago due to her current health issues. In her free time, Su enjoys learning English and the Thai language. In 2024, Su started to experience right upper abdominal pain, which made it difficult for her to breathe properly. At the local clinic, she was diagnosed with gallstones. Su needs to undergo surgery for her condition; however, she cannot afford it. Her symptoms persisted and worsened. Su has been advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, Su's symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications in the future. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), Su is scheduled to undergo gallbladder removal surgery on July 8th. BCMF is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of Su's procedure and care. Su said, “I feel that I suffer from this kind of disease, and it is a big burden that I need to look after my two children. I have no one to rely on, and sometimes I feel tired, and I want to give up on everything.”