Savoeun is a 53-year-old man from Kompong Thom province in Cambodia. He is married with three children; his eldest is a university student, his second born is in grade 10, and his youngest is in kindergarten. His wife sells vegetables at a local market to support the family. In his free time, Savoeun enjoys planting fruits and vegetables and feeding his hens. He used to work as a construction worker but can no longer do this due to his condition. In 2010, Savoeun was in a motorbike accident and fractured several bones. He was prescribed steroids for pain. Over time, he developed avascular necrosis of his hip, a condition where the blood supply to the ball-shaped part of the thigh bone (femoral head) is disrupted, leading to bone death. He has undergone several surgeries, including a left hip replacement but he suffers from chronic infections in the hip prosthesis. He also experiences pain and fever, and is now seeking further treatment to regain mobility and reduce pain. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Center, is helping Savoeun receive treatment. On November 12th, he will undergo an uncemented hip replacement procedure on his left hip. Savoeun is able to afford only $50 for his treatment, and needs help to raise an additional $1,450 to cover surgery, a special prosthesis, medications, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. Savoeun says: "After surgery, I hope that I will no longer have pain, and will be able to walk properly without using crutches, so I can resume work to support my family."

U Shwe is a 64-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife, son, two daughters, and two grandchildren in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. He and his wife are retired, and his daughters and grandchildren are students. His son works as a freelance Burmese-Thai translator, and another daughter works at a dormitory, and sends money to support the family when she can. In early February 2025, U Shwe had a pain in two of his teeth. He had tehm extracted, which which seemed to solve the problem. However, when he went for a check-up for his diabetes in May, the medic conducted an oral exam and noticed that white spots that resembled a tumor were found in his gums. He was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot Hospital, for specialized care. Currently, U Shwe is experiencing severe pain inside and outside his mouth. Due to the pain, he can only eat soup and soft foods, and has difficulty sleeping. Fortunately, our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, can help. On October 6th, U Shwe will undergo a tumor removal surgery. He needs help to raise $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. U Shwe said, “I hope that after my surgery I will feel better when eating and sleeping that I can eat and sleep with my family again.”

Dawyll is a six-year-old student from Haiti. He lives with his parents and younger sister in a neighborhood of Port-au-Prince. His father is a government clerk and his mother is a teacher. He is in the first grade and enjoys school and church. Dawyll has a cardiac condition called congenital aortic stenosis. The opening of the four valves of his heart is too small; this causes blood to back up in his heart, leading to heart failure. Dawyll will fly to Cayman Islands to receive treatment. On September 17th, he will undergo cardiac surgery, during which doctors will insert a catheter with a balloon on the end into the valve and inflate the balloon, stretching the valve to a more normal size. Another organization is supporting the cost of his surgery. Dawyll's family also needs help to fund the costs of surgery prep. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover labs, medicines, and check-up and follow-up appointments. It also supports securing travel documents for the family and travel costs for the social workers from our medical partner, who will accompany Dawyll's family overseas. Dawyll's father says: "Our family is so grateful to everyone who made this journey possible for us!"

Michael is a 45-year old DJ from the Philippines. He lives with his mother and his daughter, and though he has siblings, they have their own families. His siblings provide them with some assistance, particularly in contributing to shared household expenses such as electricity and water bills. Michael earns money through working as a DJ from 6:00 PM to 3:00 AM. His job has become his family's main source of daily living expenses. The nature of his work and financial obligations have prevented him from taking a leave of absence, which would be required for treatment and post-operative recovery. One year ago, Michael began to experience troubling symptoms, including severe back pain, which he describes as intense and unbearable. When the pain became severe, he was rushed to a nearby emergency facility. Despite medical advice, Michael was unable to undergo the recommended surgery at the time of diagnosis. He expressed concern about the financial implications, considering that he’s the family’s breadwinner. Michael has been advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, his symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications in the future. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Michael receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo a cholecystectomy on August 15th. A portion of the cost of the procedure is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,031 to cover the cost of Michael's surgery and care. Michael says: "I am in deep gratitude for any help that may be extended to me. I hope that, with the operation, I can regain my health and continue working without enduring constant pain."

Htun is a 29-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife and five-year-old son in Mae Sot, Tak Province, Thailand. Htun works as a day laborer on a construction site while his wife works as a cleaner at a clinic. His son is a preschool student. In his free time, Htun enjoys playing games on his phone and spending time with his son. In April 2025, Htun noticed a lump in his abdomen. He sought medical advice at the clinic and underwent a CT scan. Doctors diagnosed him with a liposarcoma, a tumor in his abdomen, which requires surgery. The lump causes discomfort. Htun is worried it might be cancer. He has trouble sleeping at night due to his anxiety. Htun sought treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. He is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on July 8th. He is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Htun expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you so much to this organization and the donors for assistance with my treatment costs. I have many things I want to say, but I do not know how to express them. I am very nervous that the lump could be cancer. After my surgery, I hope I can return to work, stay focused, and earn money for my family.”

Elmer is a 12-year-old student from Bolivia who lives with his mom, dad, and four older siblings. Elmer's dad is a driver and has a small plot of land where he can grow corn and other products. His mom used to sell vegetables but now is a homemaker. Elmer loves to talk and play with his cousins. Elmer traveled from far away to receive heart surgery because there were no surgeons who treated his condition where he lived. Elmer has a cardiac condition called patent ductus arteriosus. A hole exists between two major blood vessels near his heart. Blood leaks through this hole, leaving him weak and short of breath. On June 24th, Elmer will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center. During the procedure, surgeons will close the hole so that blood can no longer leak through it. Elmer's family needs help to fund the costs of his cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover the cost of this procedure, which includes cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Elmer's father said: "Elmer is such a clever boy. I pray all goes well, and he can have a healthy heart!"

Arleth is a young girl from Bolivia. Arleth's mother is a homemaker, and her father is a driver. Arleth's parents were told she had a heart condition when she was 4 months old, but they were too scared to go ahead with surgery; it is only now that they have been brave enough to bring her back to the hospital. Arleth is always happy and smiling, but because of her heart condition, she gets sick very often. Arleth has a cardiac condition called ventricular septal defect. A hole exists between the two lower chambers of her heart: blood leaks through this hole without passing through her lungs to obtain oxygen, leaving her weak and short of breath. On May 14th, she will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. Doctors will sew a patch over the hole during surgery so blood can no longer leak. Arleth's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical fees, follow-up care, and medications. Arleth's father says, "We as parents are scared, but we trust God and the doctors, and we will pray and hope for the best!"

Emmaculate is a bright, cheerful seven-year-old girl from Kenya. She lives with her single mother, who is a domestic worker. At the age of four, Emmaculate was diagnosed with hearing loss. The doctors recommended hearing aids, but the cost was far beyond their reach. Emmaculate is in a school for the hearing-impaired, but still faces challenges when communicating with others outside of school. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Emmaculate. They request $1,171 to fund the cost of hearing aids for her. Emmaculate’s mother says, “Emmaculate would rather stay alone in the house than play with other children. They often mimic her speech and laugh at her; it breaks her heart, and she comes home in tears. We ask that you help her with her situation. Thank you so much.”

Eveness is a farmer from Malawi. She is a widow who lost her husband in 2013, when her youngest was only eight months. 19 years ago, Eveness began to experience troubling symptoms, including a neck swelling that kept growing and was associated with neck heaviness plus pains, inability to walk long distances or carry heavy items on her head, frequent coughs, especially at night, and weakness. Eveness has since reduced her time on the farm, affecting her income. Accompanied by her sister, Eveness visited our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with multinodular goiter, an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is the gland in front of your neck and produces thyroid hormones. These hormones are responsible for metabolism, growth, and other bodily functions. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Eveness receive treatment. On March 6th, she is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $1,015, and she and her family need help raising money. Eveness said, "I have hope that surgery will bring back my peace of mind and take away my pains and discomfort."

Hay, a 26-year-old man from Burma, lives with his wife, his cousin, her husband, and their two children. Currently unemployed, he and his family are receiving assistance from his sister-in-law and also borrow money from their neighbor. In his free time Hay likes to listen to music. Hay has been experiencing pain in the left side of his lower back when he engages in physical work at home. He has been diagnosed with kidney stones, and doctors at our medical partner's care center, Maharaj Nakron Chiang Mai Hospital, advised him to undergo a procedure to remove them. Previously, he was the sole income earner in their household, but he lost his job due to the condition. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund a percutaneous nephrolithotomy procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place on February 17th and, once completed, it will alleviate his pain, allowing him to go back to work. Hay said, “I am very stressed right now. I feel like I am a burden to my cousin, and we do not even have money to come back home to see my son. I really hope that after the treatment, I can find some work around here to make money to go home.”

Alison is an eight-year-old boy from Kenya. Born as a twin, he and his brother shared early milestones together until they were two years old. Alison’s brother began to speak, but Alison did not. His mother hoped he would catch up in time, but even now, at eight, Alison still cannot speak. When it was time to join school, Alison was unable to communicate and was not allowed to join school, while his twin went to class. This left him at home, longing for connection and learning. Alison comes from a family facing tough challenges. His parents have separated due to difficult circumstances, and his mother, battling mental health challenges, has been unable to provide the care he needs. Recently, Alison’s grandfather brought him to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, where it was discovered that he had significant hearing loss and can barely hear any sounds. Despite his grandfather’s best efforts to raise funds for hearing aids, he has been unsuccessful. Unfortunately, due to health issues, he cannot work, and Alison's grandmother is the family's sole supporter, selling vegetables on the roadside to make ends meet. The family is really hopeful for the day Alison will get the chance to hear, to speak, and to finally attend school with his peers. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Alison receive treatment. On January 9th, he will be fitted with hearing aids to restore his hearing, providing him a better opportunity to interact like children his age. Now, Alison's family needs help to fund this $1,171 procedure. Alison’s grandfather says, "Alison loves interacting with other children, but he often feels left out while his friends go to school without him."

Ligitina is a 55-year-old widow from Malawi who earns a living through farm work and piecework. She has three independent adult children. She enjoys chatting with her children. For two years, Ligitina has been experiencing bleeding, abdominal pains, nausea, vomiting, and anemia. She was diagnosed with uterine fibroids and needs a hysterectomy, a procedure where surgeons will remove her uterus, to relieve her of her symptoms. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Ligitina's surgery. On December 13th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Ligitina will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Ligitina said,” I have faith that I will get better after surgery because my life is getting bad on a daily basis. Kindly help me.”