Sai is a 47-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife and two young children in an internally displaced people's camp in Shan State. He and his wife are unemployed while his sons are students in the camp. In his free time, Sai enjoys doing household chores, such as cutting grass, with his wife. On July 17th, 2025, Sai was riding his motorcycle when his bike slid and fell on the muddy road. The fall caused a fracture in his left clavicle. Currently, Sai cannot move his left arm, experiences constant pain, and when he turns his head, he has a sense of tightness in the left side of his neck. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Sai will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for August 14th and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help restore mobility in his left arm and decrease his pain. Sal said, “I feel sad and depressed now because I can’t use my arm, and I can’t do anything. I hope to recover fully and live happily with my family in the future."

Salim is a 20-month-old baby boy from Ethiopia. He delights in playing with anything he can find and loves spending time with his siblings. As the third child in his family and their first baby boy, he holds a special place in his parents' hearts, bringing them immense joy. Salim’s parents live in a single-room home. His mother is a devoted home maker, and his father works for a government facility. They face significant challenges in providing for their family, especially as Salim's health issues continue to strain their limited resources. Within a few days of Salim's birth, it became clear that something was wrong. He struggled to breastfeed, did not cry, and appeared unusually lethargic. Weighing only 2 kg at birth, the concern prompted his mother to seek immediate medical attention. Salim's mother went back to the hospital where he was born and upon review, was told that her son would need surgery. They were referred to another facility for care. Salim was born with an anorectal malformation, a congenital condition that leads to a complete or partial intestinal blockage. During a follow up visit two months later, Salim's mother learned about our medical partner care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM), from the organization's field coordinator. Her husband’s colleagues had contributed some funds toward Salim’s treatment, but it was not enough to cover the full cost of treatment, especially when factoring in the travel expenses from Sekota to Addis Ababa. Determined, she traveled to BKMCM Hospital and after a consultation with the doctor, she felt a renewed sense of hope, even though she was informed that Salim needed to gain more weight before surgery could proceed. With her heart full of optimism, she returned home. A year later, Salim’s mother brought him back to hospital where his surgery has been scheduled for July 29th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of Salim's procedure and care. After his recovery, Salim will no longer have bowel dysfunction and will not be at risk of developing health complications in the future. Salim's mother says, "My hope is that my son will regain his health after the surgery. I long to return home with him thriving. I am grateful for this opportunity, that will help him be healthy, just like my other children."

Steven is a bright 6-year-old from Tanzania. As the fifth child in a family of six, he is surrounded by siblings and a warm, loving home. Steven has already started his primary education, and he loves school, especially the reading sessions and interactive classroom activities where he gets to share his thoughts. He is full of confidence and does not shy away from expressing himself. Additionally, one of Steven's favorite pastimes is playing football with his friends. His parents depend on seasonal farming and selling groceries, which has been enough to sustain the family's basic needs but insufficient to afford specialized medical care. Steven has clubfoot on both feet. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. The tissues connecting the muscle to the bones are shorter than usual, and this causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. For Steven, the condition makes it difficult not to fall or lose his balance when playing football with his friends. He also has difficulty running or walking comfortably for long periods. Steven came to our medical partner's center with his mother, who shared how they have been trying to seek treatment for him but have been limited by financial constraints. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on May 15th. After treatment, he will be able to play without falling and walk with ease. AMH is requesting $1,171 to fund Steven's clubfoot repair. Steven's mother said, "I wish for my son to be able to wear shoes and walk comfortably because back home, we have to walk long distances either to look for firewood or fetch water and also, his daily walks to school will be more comfortable."

Tha Zin is a 25-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband in Karen State, Burma. The couple works as subsistence farmers, but her husband occasionally takes on day labor jobs to earn extra income. Tha Zin was born with an atrial septal defect (ASD), a condition in which a hole exists between the two upper chambers of the heart. Sometimes ASDs may close on their own during development, but sometimes this condition requires surgery to repair the hole and prevent long-term damage to the heart and lungs. Currently, Tha Zin still feels tired when walking long distances and occasionally experiences chest pain. Medications help manage her symptoms, but she sometimes struggles to sleep well. Her heart condition has affected her ability to work on the farm, and she relies more on her husband’s support. The frequent travel for healthcare has also placed a financial burden on her family. Her husband often has to take time off work to accompany her to medical appointments. Tha Zin is scheduled to undergo heart surgery on May 20th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of Tha Zin's procedure and care. For the future, Tha Zin said, “I dream of opening a small food shop, because I cannot work in the hot sun anymore.”

Nay is a two-year-old boy from Burma living with his parents in Tak Province, Thailand. When he was one year old, his family moved to Bago Division, Burma, to live with his grandparents. However, in October 2024, they returned to Mae Sot District after armed conflict between an ethnic group and the Burmese military destroyed their home. Since then, Nay’s mother has stayed home to care for him after he began experiencing health concerns. His father works as a day laborer at construction sites. Nay loves playing with his toys, spending time with his mother and aunt, and watching videos on his mother’s phone. In April 2024, Nay began crying frequently, and his mother noticed occasional swelling in his groin area. She brought him to a local clinic, where he was given pain medication and told that the swelling might require surgery, though a clear diagnosis was not provided. His symptoms continued, and he now experiences swelling and pain in his groin, vomiting after meals, and general fatigue. Fortunately, Nay was seen by the doctors at our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital. On April 11th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund his surgery. After treatment, Nay is expected to experience relief from pain and be able to play and grow in comfort. Nay’s mother shared, “As I am not working, my husband is the only breadwinner, and his work is irregular. I have been very stressed as we are facing financial difficulties, and I am worried about my son’s recovery process.” She also expressed her gratitude, adding, “Thank you to your organization and all donors for supporting my son’s treatment cost. May God bless you all."

John is a 35-year-old father of one from Cambodia. He lives with his 5-year-old daughter and his wife in Kampong Speu province. His wife works as a garment factory worker, and his daughter is in pre-school. John used to work as a server at a Chinese restaurant. In his free time, he enjoys caring for and playing with his daughter at home. In May 2024, John fell while working at the restaurant. Initially, he experienced mild pain in his right hip, but over time, the pain worsened significantly. By October 2024, the pain had become so intense that he could no longer walk. He has been unable to work and has been using a wheelchair for the past six months. The pain in his hip is severe, and he has also noticed muscle wasting in his legs because he is not able to move them as much. Fortunately, John learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre. At CSC, surgeons can perform a total hip replacement to relieve John of his pain and allow him to walk easily. Treatment is scheduled for March 18th. John can contribute $100 but needs help to raise $1,018 more to fund his procedure and care. John's wife shared: "I hope the doctors can fix his hip and he will be free from pain. He wants to work again to support our family."

Naw Kar is a 26-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her parents and five siblings. Her parents are farmers who grow beans and rice, and raise chickens for the household. Naw Kar used to be a domestic worker but had to stop because of her condition. In late 2022, Naw Kar noticed that a hard mass beside her right ear. The mass grew bigger over time. At a local hospital, a scan revealed an acute lymphadenitis of right face, head and neck, benign neoplasm of parotid gland and the doctor told her that she needs to have surgery. However, her family could not afford the cost of the surgery. Naw Kar traveled to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital, in Thailand. She is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on February 6th. Our medical partner, Burma Children's Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 for Naw Kar's procedure and care. Naw Kar said, “Without your help, I would not do the surgery because I don’t have the money for it. Thank you for helping and I wish I could get the surgery successfully.” She added, “I hope I can find a job in Thailand after my treatment is finished.”

Naw Shee is a 24-year-old from Burma. She lives with her husband, her two sons, younger sister, and two nieces in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. She is from Karen State, Burma, and fled to the refugee camp with her family in March 2022 due to an airstrike in her village. All of her nieces, her children, and her little sister go to school in the refugee camp. Naw Shee’s husband works as a day laborer outside of the camp while Naw Shee works as a pre-school teacher in the camp. Every month they receive a cash card from the aid agency that works in the camp and they receive free basic healthcare in the camp. In her free time, she loves to make traditional Karen clothes for her family. Naw Shee is pregnant and doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of complications from her previous pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Naw Shee undergo a c-section on January 10th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Naw Shee needs your support. Naw Shee shared, "In the future, I will go back to work to continue teaching the children after my maternity leave because I love my teaching job. Thank you to all the donors for your support toward my surgery costs.”

Eh Hay is an eight-year-old young boy from Burma. He lives with his parents, and six older siblings in Tak Province, Thailand. Originally from Burma, Eh Hay and his family moved to Thailand to look for better job and education opportunities. His father is a day laborer, while his mother is a homemaker. His oldest brother is a teacher at a migrant school, and his other six siblings are students. In April 2022, Eh Hay started experiencing blurry vision. He was later diagnosed with a left eye injury. Doctors recommend enucleation, the removal of the eye, to treat this condition. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund this surgery. The treatment is scheduled to take place on December 20th at our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital. Once completed, Eh Hay will hopefully live more comfortably. Eh cannot see with his left eye. He is shy around people, and he does not go out. He quit school and stopped going to church as there are a lot of people there. Eh Hay said, “I want my eye to look as normal as other people’s eyes but now I feel like I am very different from others.” Eh Hay’s mother added, “I feel sad when I know that he feels this way but we cannot do anything. We do not have money for his treatment as well, so I was worried that he has to stay like that for his whole life. Thank you so much for providing this support to my son and I hope that, after the surgery, he will go back to school.”

Shantel is an nine-year-old girl from Kenya and the only child in her family. Her mother works hard as a waitress, but her income mostly goes towards Shantel’s education and supporting her elderly mother, leaving little for medical expenses. Sadly, Shantel has been facing a painful and distressing condition that has made her life difficult. The swelling above her eye, which started as a small pimple, has caused her significant discomfort and has led to feelings of isolation and low self-esteem as other children tease her. This has made her hesitant to attend school. In April this year, Shantel’s condition worsened, prompting her mother to seek medical help. After an initial drainage procedure at a local hospital, Shantel felt relief, but by September, the swelling returned, leading them to another hospital, and then to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, for further evaluation. Thankfully, a CT scan revealed that the infection had not spread dangerously. With the help of generous supporters, Shantel underwent another drainage procedure and has been on medication, gradually recovering. However, during a recent follow-up, the doctor noticed new pimples forming, indicating that her condition could worsen again. Doctors recommend a sinus drainage surgery to remove blockages and improve her health for good. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Shantel receive treatment. On November 13th, she will undergo a sinus drainage procedure to alleviate her symptoms and help her regain her health and confidence. Now, Shantel's family need help to fund this $1,138 procedure. Shantel says, “I feel pain every time the swellings come back, and my friends keep asking me what’s wrong. I wish I could tell them, but I just don’t know.”

Milki is a joyful 2-year-old boy from Ethiopia. His laughter fills the air and he beams with happiness and warmth as he plays with his family. Six months ago, Milki and his older sister were adopted by his biological mother's close family friends after his mother passed away. His family practices farming, managing two oxen and cultivating their rented land. This income sustains their family throughout the year to meet their basic needs. Milki was born with an anorectal malformation, a congenital abnormality that leads to a complete or partial intestinal blockage. He needs to undergo a series of procedures to eliminate bowel dysfunction. Fortunately, his family had heard of Bethany Kids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM) and its life-changing services from other families who had benefited from the program, so they came to the hospital. Upon arrival, BKMCM was able to provide the care he needed. Milki underwent a successful colostomy creation, a vital first step toward healing. His adoptive mother felt a renewed sense of hope and confidence that they could navigate the medical challenges ahead. Now, Milki is scheduled to undergo surgery to correct his condition on October 17th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of Milki's procedure and care. After his recovery, Milki will no longer experience bowel dysfunction or be at risk of developing health complications in the future. Milki's adoptive mother said, "I hope he gets this procedure and heals. I hope he grows up and gets an education that helps him become known throughout the world as an excellent and successful doctor."

Shwe is a 55-year-old father of two from Thailand. He lives with his wife and two daughters. He and his wife work on a farm and their daughters attend school. In his free time, Shwe enjoys reading the Bible. Since 2013, Shwe has been suffering from intense back pain. A CT scan revealed that he has bilateral renal stones. In February 2024, he underwent surgery to remove the stone in his left kidney. However, physicians at our medical partner's care center, Maharaj Nakron Chiang Mai Hospital, determined that Shwe should undergo percutaneous nephrolithotomy, a procedure that removes kidney stones from the body when they cannot pass on their own. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund this procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place on September 16th and, once completed, it will hopefully improve Shwe's quality of life. Shwe said, “I feel very happy and thankful to Watsi for supporting my treatment. Without your help, I wouldn’t have been able to receive the necessary medical care. Once I fully recover, I plan to find a job and save money to support my family.”