Vikisoni is an 81-year-old man from Malawi. He has six adult children and eighteen grandchildren. Despite his advanced age, he remains an active farmer and is known for his strength and energy. Since 2025, Vikisoni has been living with a bilateral inguinal hernia. The condition has made it difficult to carry out his daily activities and farming work, greatly affecting his quality of life. Fortunately, on May 6th, Vikisoni will undergo hernia repair surgery with the help of our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare. He is raising $667 to fund the surgery, which will allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. "I have seen love from the entrance that has already given me hope. Kindly support me to enjoy my last days on earth in good health," said Vikisoni.

Ra is a 68-year-old man from Siem Reap province in Cambodia. He and his wife have two children. His wife sells biscuits, their eldest child is a grocery seller, and their youngest is a car repairer. In his free time, Ra helps his wife with household and work-related tasks. In 2019, Ra began experiencing pain in his right hip due to avascular necrosis, a condition in which bone tissue dies due to a lack of blood supply, which caused a structural failure of his hip ball joint. Ra underwent a total hip replacement through our medical partner, Children's Surgical Center (CSC), at that time. However, over the past year, his pain has returned, and walking has become difficult. His x-ray showed that some of the acetabular cup and femoral stem (components from his hip replacement surgery) have come loose, leaving him unable to walk comfortably or perform daily activities. Ra was referred back to CSC for treatment. On April 8th, he will undergo a revision hip replacement procedure on his right hip. This surgery will stabilize the hip, relieve his pain, and restore his mobility. Ra was able to contribute $100 to his care and is requesting assistance to raise the remaining $1,400 to cover the cost of prosthesis, surgery, medications, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. Roth said, "I had a hip replacement in 2019, but over the past year, the pain has returned, and it's become difficult for me to walk. I hope further treatment will fix the problem and help me move comfortably again."

Hnin is a 31-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. Originally from Karen State, Burma, the family relocated to Thailand for better job opportunities. Hnin and her husband work as agricultural day labourers, but Hnin had to stop working in May 2025 due to health issues. In May 2025, Hnin began to experience troubling symptoms, including pain in her lower left abdomen. She was diagnosed with left kidney stones and was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital. She was told she needed surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Currently, Hnin continues to suffer from pain in her lower left abdomen, a burning sensation during urination, and lower back pain when she walks for a long time. The back pain also makes it difficult for her to breathe, and she cannot sleep well at night due to the persistent pain. On March 12th, Hnin will undergo surgery with the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. She needs help raising $1,500 to fund her procedure and care. Hnin said, “Many thanks to the donors for helping me. Without your support, I would not access treatment, because I cannot afford it on my own. I truly wish for this organization that helps me to last forever, and for all the team members, including the donors, to have good health and happiness in the years ahead.”

Markon is a spirited young boy, full of life and energy from Ethiopia. He enjoys playing with his father, engaging with his surroundings, and sharing joyful moments with his brother and family. Living in a modest iron-sheet house, Markon’s family consists of his hardworking father, a daily laborer in home finishing, and his caring mother, a devoted housewife. Together, they navigate the challenges of life with their four children, three sons and a daughter. However, their lives took a difficult turn when Markon’s mother fell gravely ill, forcing the family to sacrifice their home to fund her treatment. Their financial situation became increasingly precarious, and the burden weighed heavily on his father, especially after Markon’s mother lost her eyesight due to her illness. Despite these hardships, Markon’s father persevered, striving to provide for his family’s needs as best he could. Over a year ago, Markon started to complain about discomfort around a sensitive area in his body. Concerned, his parents took him to a local health center, where he was referred to a specialized hospital. Markon was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. He needs surgery to reduce his risks of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Markon will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on February 20th and AMH is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Markon’s father expressed, "I hope for my child to receive the best possible care and lead a joyful life. I am deeply grateful to the staff at BKMCM and to all the generous donors who support children like my son. Helping these children is truly a blessing, and I believe that through this support, they will be empowered to flourish and thrive."

Htee is a 51-year-old man from Burma who currently lives in a refugee camp in Tak Province, Thailand. He lives with his wife, their three children, and his brother-in-law’s family. The family moved to the camp in September 2024 so that Htee could seek medical treatment in Thailand. His wife and brother-in-law work as agricultural day laborers, while Htee is unable to work due to his health condition. In June 2021, Htee began experiencing troubling symptoms. Doctors diagnosed him with urinary tract stones and prescribed oral medication, which helped improve his condition for a period of time. In August 2024, Htee's symptoms worsened. After several consultations and tests, doctors diagnosed him with a prostate urethral stone and recommended shockwave lithotripsy, a procedure that uses high-energy shock waves directed via X-ray or ultrasound to shatter kidney stones. Htee is scheduled to undergo treatment on February 2nd. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund this procedure. With treatment, Htee hopes to recover and regain his ability to support his family. “I feel helpless and unable to support my family,” said Htee. “My wife has to be the breadwinner in this family, which makes me very sad. We are struggling financially, and I can’t even send my children to school. I am grateful for the support with my treatment and hope to be free from this suffering.”

Nyo is an 18-year-old mother from Burma. She lives with her husband and son. Nyo works as a homemaker. During her free time, Nyo likes to spend time with her son. Her husband is a small-scale farmer and labourer. Even with their combined incomes, they are unable to meet their needs. Nyo is currently expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section to avoid complications caused by delivering a baby in a breech presentation. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both Nyo and her new baby. Thankfully, Nyo will undergo a C-Section on January 15th at Tha Song Yang Hospital. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of Nyo's procedure. Nyo said, "I worry about my surgery cost as I cannot afford to pay for it. I would like to deliver my baby safely, like my first. I am happy to receive support from the organization and donors for my surgery costs."

Vanna is a 70-year-old widow from Cambodia. She lives in Kampong Spueu province, has six children, and lives with her fifth child, who works in a clothing factory. At home, she takes care of her grandchildren and enjoys listening to monk prayers on the radio. On the 29th of December 2025, Vanna fell while changing clothes to take a shower. The fall resulted in a fracture and dislocation of her left proximal humerus. This causes significant pain and stiffness in her left arm. She is unable to lift her arm, making daily activities and caring for her grandchildren very difficult. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On January 5th, Vanna will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will realign the broken bone pieces and create a stable frame for the bone to mend. After surgery and extensive physiotherapy, the function in her left shoulder and arm should improve. Vanna's family can contribute $100, but they need help raising an additional $500 to cover the cost of her procedure and care. Vanna said, “After the surgery, I hope that I will be able to use my left hand again and no longer have pain, so I can look after my grandchildren easily."

Bisrat is a charming and sociable seven-year-old boy who lives with his parents and younger brother in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. His father works in the education sector at a government organization, while his mother previously ran a coffee shop before pausing to focus on raising the children. Bisrat was born with an undescended testicle, but the condition was at the start not obvious to his parents. After his mother gave birth to his younger brother, she noticed a difference between the scrotal areas of her two sons and became concerned. She took Bisrat to a nearby hospital for evaluation, where he was placed on a long waitlist for surgery, resulting in a four-year wait. His mother has been very worried about the potential risks of infertility and other complications as he grows older, and has visited the hospital many times to inquire about the wait. Recently, Bisrat's mother received a call from the hospital, informing her that Bisrat’s case had been transferred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). Upon arriving at BKMCM, Bisrat’s mother felt a wave of relief, and she learned that his surgery would be scheduled within weeks. Bisrat is receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), and is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on December 2nd. AMH is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Bisrat’s mother expressed her gratitude, saying, "I would like to thank God and everyone who is supporting my child throughout this journey. I hope for a safe and successful surgery for him.”

Nyi is a 38-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife and two children in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. Now he is a general day laborer, while his wife is a homemaker. One of his children is attending kindergarten, and the other one is too young to enroll in school. Their monthly income is just enough to cover their expenses, and sometimes, their wife’s friend, who works in Bangkok, supports them with their household's basic needs. In May 2024, Nyi noticed a swollen mass that caused him pain and discomfort. He visited the local clinic, where he underwent a physical examination, and after that, he had excisional surgery and was treated with oral antibiotics and painkillers. After the surgery, the symptoms initially disappeared, but in April 2025, the symptoms reappeared. His symptoms persisted, so he was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot Hospital (MSH), in October 2025. Doctors advised him that he needs surgery to remove the mass. Currently, Zaw experiences pain, swelling, and discomfort. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Zaw receive treatment. He is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on November 6th. He is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Nyi expressed his feelings and said, “I feel depressed due to anxiety about my health. As a result of my condition, I have been unable to work properly, further reducing my family’s income. As a migrant, I faced financial difficulties and could not afford my treatment. However, thank you very much to the Burma Children's Medical Fund and the donors for assisting with my treatment costs. After I fully recover, I can go back to work and support my family.”

My is a 50-year-old construction worker from Cambodia. He lives in rural Kompong Thom province with his wife and three children. His oldest child works in a restaurant, and the middle child works in a bakery to help support the family. The youngest child has been unable to work following a motorbike accident a few months ago. In his free time, he enjoys gardening and harvesting vegetables around his house. On September 2nd, 2025, My slipped on a wet floor at home and suffered a left elbow fracture. After the accident, he visited a traditional Khmer healer in his village, who placed a splint on his elbow and provided him with ointment to apply to his skin. However, his pain has worsened. He visited a private clinic, where an X-ray showed that My has an elbow fracture, but he cannot afford the care. He is not able to work in construction, and he is in chronic pain. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On September 10th, My will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will realign his bone fracture using hardware to hold it in place, promoting proper healing and function. After his fracture is healed, he will be able to use his hand comfortably again and return to his job. My can contribute $50 but needs help to raise $550 more to fund his procedure and care. My said, "After the surgery, I hope that I will no longer have any pain, so I can continue doing my job and earn money to support my family."

Chamroeun is a 54-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He is married and has four children, all of whom are married and live nearby. His wife also works as a rice farmer, and their children work various jobs in local minimarts and selling vegetables in the market to help support the family. In his free time, Chamroeun enjoys planting vegetables around his home that the family can use for cooking or selling in the market. Four months ago, Chamroeun was in a motorbike accident that caused paralysis in his arm. He has been diagnosed with a brachial plexus injury on his left side. The brachial plexus is a nerve network that transmits signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. Injuries to this nerve network can result in loss of function and sensation. He has difficulty moving his left arm and hand and sometimes experiences pain. He also has trouble sleeping and is unable to be productive in the rice fields compared to before the accident. Chamroeun traveled to our medical partner's care center, Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre, to receive treatment. This is the only center in the whole country where this treatment is available. On July 10th, he will undergo a brachial plexus repair surgery with the help of our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre. The treatment will help improve movement in his arm and hand and reduce pain, allowing him to carry out his work and daily activities more easily. His family can contribute $100, but needs help to raise $637 to fund his procedure and care. Chamroeun shared, "I hope I can move my hand and lift my arm so I can do more work and help my family."

Rosalia is a 71-year-old widow from the Philippines. She lives with her granddaughter, while her only daughter works to support their household. Rosalia has a passion for gardening, cultivating vegetables to ensure a steady supply of food. In January, Rosalia discovered a lump in her right breast. She sought medical attention at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital, where she was diagnosed with cancer of the right breast. She needs to undergo a mastectomy to prevent the cancer from metastasizing. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Rosalia receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a mastectomy on June 9th. A portion of the cost of her treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising $990 to cover the remaining cost. After treatment, Rosalia will hopefully return to a cancer-free life. Rosalia said: "This assistance will greatly help me and my daughter lessen our financial load. Thank you to everyone who is there for us in this difficult time."