Sandar lives in Burma with her husband and children. Until recently, Sandar was healthy. But after a miscarriage six-months-ago, she was diagnosed with a large ovarian cyst that continues to grow in size and cause her debilitating pain. For years, Sandar earned a living by selling vegetables at local markets. But now, she can no longer work because of the pain from her cyst. Sandar's husband is a day laborer, but his work has been inconsistent and the couple are having trouble affording school fees for their children. For $1,000 Sandar, will undergo surgery to remove the cyst from her ovary. This operation will eliminate her back and abdominal pain and allow her to go back to work so that she can support her family.

Lwin is a 25-year-old man who lives and cares for his aging parents, also pitching in to support his nephew and cousin. An agricultural day-laborer, Lwin's work has become increasingly difficult as he's developed a condition that results in painful urination. Doctors have identified the cause of Lwin’s pain as stemming from chronic kidney disease, for which he has demonstrated symptoms for over 15 years. A $1,500 surgery can address Lwin’s kidney disease, and help him return home to his village and family. With our support, Lwin can work free from the pain that has affected him for years, and pursue his dreams of marrying his girlfriend and building a Buddhist temple!

War Htun is a 35-year-old woman who lives with her husband in Burma. She used to resell clothing at the market, but when it became unprofitable she began helping at her sister-in-law's dry goods business. For her help, War Htun is compensated in food, clothing, and sometimes money. About six months ago, War Htun began having pain in the lower right side of her abdomen and unusually long menstrual cycles. At the clinic, she was diagnosed with a uterine myoma, which is a non-cancerous tumor that grows in the muscle of the uterus. War Htun's wish is to regain her full health so she can support her family and husband, who is not well. For her wish to come true, War Htun will need a $1,000 surgery to remove the tumor. Let's fund her treatment and give War Htun's family the chance to get back on their feet.