Siphon is a 69-year-old woman from Cambodia. She used to sell Khmer rice cakes in Phnom Penh. She lives with her husband, who currently cannot walk because he suffered a hip fracture after a fall. Siphon's favorite hobby is listening to monks chanting on her phone. About two years ago, Siphon developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own. When Siphon learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for one hour seeking treatment. On June 8th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. She can contribute $75, but needs help raising $188 more to fund her procedure and care. Siphon said, "I have an age-related cataract and hope that after surgery, my vision will improve. Better eyesight will help me return to making and selling Khmer rice cakes, recognize my relatives more easily, and travel to places independently and safely."

Reaksmey is a determined 16-year-old boy from Cambodia. He lives in Kratie Province with his parents and older brother. His father and brother work as construction workers, while his mother manages the household. Due to financial difficulties, he had to leave school after Grade 9. He enjoys playing football with his friends and loves eating vegetable soup. Three months ago, Reaksmey was involved in a traffic accident that caused a displaced fracture of the mid-shaft of his left femur. Following the injury, his family sought treatment from a traditional healer, but his condition did not improve. During his recovery, he also suffered another fall, which worsened his injury. After remaining unable to stand or walk for several months, his parents took him to a private clinic, where X-rays confirmed a severe fracture of his left femur. He experiences persistent pain in his left thigh and has difficulty moving his leg. He is unable to stand or walk without assistance, and his left leg has become shorter than the right. Because of prolonged immobility, the muscles in his left thigh have become weak and wasted, significantly affecting his mobility and daily activities. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On June 1st, Reaksmey will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will stabilize the fracture and promote healing. This procedure will help reduce pain, improve leg alignment and strength, and allow him to stand and walk more comfortably again. His family can contribute $100, but needs help raising $500 more to fund his procedure and care. Reaksmey's mother said, “We hope this treatment will help our son walk normally again and live without pain. Seeing him unable to stand or walk has been very difficult, and we are grateful for the opportunity to help him recover.”

Khin Maung is a 45-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife and two daughters in the village in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. He works as a day labourer, while his wife is a homemaker. His eldest daughter left school to care for her younger sister and support the family at home. In September 2025, Khin Maung noticed a lump below his left lower jawbone. He did not seek any treatment because he believed the lump would disappear on its own. The mass is slowly increasing in size and has started to cause pain, making it difficult for him to sleep. Despite the increasing discomfort, he continued delaying treatment because he did not have sufficient financial resources to cover the cost of the treatment. Doctors want Khin Maung to undergo a CT scan, a procedure in which x-ray images taken from several angles are combined to produce cross-sectional images of the body. This scan will hopefully help doctors diagnose his condition and formulate an appropriate treatment plan. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $414 to cover the cost of Khin Maung's CT scan and care, scheduled for June 30th. Khin Maung said, "Thank you very much for supporting my treatment cost. May you be able to continue to help patients like me for a very long time.”

Phoeun is a 56-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia who lives in Siem Reap Province with her husband. They have three children, all married, who live nearby and visit occasionally. She enjoys planting vegetables around her home. Two months ago, Phoeun slipped and fell in her backyard, resulting in a fracture of her left humerus. She is experiencing pain and is unable to lift her left arm, which limits her daily activities and work on the farm. Fortunately, on April 8th, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. Phoeun will undergo a fracture repair procedure that will relieve her pain and help her regain movement in her left arm, allowing her to return to her normal daily life and farming activities. She can contribute $50, but needs help raising $550 more to fund her procedure and care. Phoeun said, “I’ve been in pain for two months and can’t lift my left arm. I’m hoping this surgery will finally relieve my pain and help me regain movement so I can return to my normal daily life.”

Leta is a 70-year-old man from Ethiopia. He used to work as a farmer in the countryside before moving to the city. He is a proud and devoted father of eight children, and currently lives in a busy home with his loving wife and three of their children. One year ago, Leta developed a cataract in the right eye, causing him cloudy vision and reduced sight. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye. Living with a cataract in his right eye has deeply affected his daily movement, his independence, and his overall quality of life. He struggles to judge distances clearly or see things on the side, making it hard and unsafe for him to walk around the city, move through his house, or do familiar tasks. This loss of sight has forced him to go from being totally independent to relying heavily on his wife and children for everyday help. Fortunately, Leta is scheduled to undergo cataract surgery on September 24th with the help of our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital. Surgeons will remove and replace the clouded lens. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to raise $150 to fund this procedure. Leta shared, "I hope to get my vision back so I can be independent again, move around freely, and enjoy a better quality of life."

Julius is 31 years old and a father of two from Uganda. He is a farmer and grazes animals during his free time. For the past five months, Julius has had a painful localised swelling over the mid-sternal region, which has gradually taken away his ability to work, provide food for his children, and meet the basic needs of his household. The swelling continued to increase in size, accompanied by persistent pain that made physical activities increasingly difficult. He needs surgery to alleviate his symptoms and prevent other complications. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. Julius traveled to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, to receive treatment. On September 3rd, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Julius needs help to raise $134 to fund this procedure. Julius says, “Thank you to everyone who may choose to support me. Your help would give me another chance to work, provide for my children, and live without the pain that has controlled my life for the past five months.”

Sokchan is a 38-year-old restaurant cleaner from Cambodia. She is married and lives in Kampong Thom with her husband and their two children. Her husband works in construction, their daughter works as a cleaner, and their son is in Grade 8. In her free time, she enjoys watching the news on her phone and watching movies. On September 6, 2025, Sokchan was struck by a car in a road traffic accident, causing a closed fracture of her left distal femur. She initially received traditional Khmer medicine for about two months, but her leg did not heal properly. Since then, she has experienced severe knee stiffness, significant limping, and shortening of her left leg. She now relies on a crutch to walk and struggles to move normally, making it difficult for her to return to work and carry out her daily activities. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On August 11th, Sokchan will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will help improve the alignment and length of her left leg and restore better movement in her knee. It will make walking easier and help her return to work and perform her daily activities more comfortably. Her family can contribute $75, but needs help raising $525 more to fund her procedure and care. Sokchan said, “I hope the treatment will improve the alignment and length of my left leg, make walking easier, and help me regain better movement so I can return to work and carry out my daily activities more comfortably.”

Khu is a six-year-old boy from Karen State, Burma. He is in kindergarten, while his younger brother is too young to be enrolled. His father is an agricultural day laborer, and his mother is a homemaker. When Khu was two years old, he experienced abdominal pain, vomiting, and his lips and face had turned pale. Doctors explained that fluid had formed in Khu's gallbladder. After treatment, he recovered and was discharged home. However, in April 2026, Khu developed a fever and jaundice, and his mother took him to the nearby hospital. The doctor ordered an ultrasound and diagnosed Khu with gallbladder sludge. The doctor explained to his mother that fluid had formed in the gallbladder. After further investigation, Khu was diagnosed with a choledochal cyst, a cyst that formed in the bile duct. Khu was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital, where doctors explained that he needs to undergo a Magnetic Resonance Imaging (MRI) to help doctors develop a treatment plan for Khu. The MRI is scheduled for May 18th, and Khu needs help raising $681 for his procedure and care. In his free time, Khu enjoys playing with water, sweeping the floor, and helping his parents as much as he can. “He wants to be a doctor when he grows up,” said his mother.

Davin is 26 years old and a mother of one from Cambodia. She lives in Kampong Speu province with her three-year-old daughter and her elderly mother. Her husband currently works in Korea and sends money home to support the family. Before her injury, she worked in a garment factory to help provide for her household. In her free time, she takes care of household chores and plants vegetables around her home. Two years ago, Davin was involved in a road traffic accident that caused a closed fracture of her right proximal tibia. After the accident, she immediately underwent an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) surgery. Her leg was immobilized in a cast for two weeks, and the stitches were removed during the second week. Over time, her foot gradually became stiff. The metal plates were removed, but she developed an equinus foot deformity, causing her to walk on her tiptoes. This condition makes it difficult for her to walk long distances and causes pain during daily activities. Seeking further help, she traveled two hours to our medical partner's care center, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), for evaluation and treatment. At CSC, she will receive specialized care to correct the position of her foot. With proper treatment and recovery, the surgery is expected to help straighten her foot, reduce pain, and allow her to walk more comfortably and return to her daily activities. She can contribute $100, but needs help to raise $482 more to fund her procedure and care. Davin said, “After the surgery, I hope this treatment will help me straighten my foot so I can walk normally again and return to my daily life without pain.”

Aminata is a 31-year-old woman from Mali. She is a homemaker, who in her free time enjoys listening to the radio with her family. Aminata is currently expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend a cesarean section due to a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Muso, is helping Aminata undergo a C-section on July 10th. This procedure will cost $259, and Aminata needs your support. Aminata says: "We eagerly await the arrival of our healthy newborn baby. I am very grateful to the donors for funding my care."

Aichata is a 28-year-old mother of two from Mali. She is a home maker who enjoys taking care of her home and children. Aichata is currently expecting her third child. Her doctors recommend a cesarean section due to a high risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Muso, is helping Aichata undergo a C-section on July 14th. This procedure will cost $259, and Aichata needs your support. She says: "I look forward to delivering a healthy baby."

Eang is A 55-year-old female grocery seller from a small village in Kampong Cham Province. She is married and has two daughters and three grandchildren. She lives with her husband, who also sells groceries, and her oldest daughter, who works as a coffee seller. In her free time, Eang enjoys listening to the news on the radio. About one year ago, Eang developed a cataract in her left eye. This causes her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces. Eang is also worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own. When Eang learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On March 9th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, our medical partner is requesting $263 to help fund this procedure. Eang said, "I hope that after surgery, my vision will improve, the photophobia will stop, and I will be able to recognize things better so that I can return to selling groceries comfortably again."