Bekam is an active and curious seven-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He loves playing football and riding his bicycle. Bekam is a Grade 2 student and lives with his mother in a rented house. His mother is a kindergarten teacher and a single parent. When Bekam was seven days old, his mother had taken him to clinic when a doctor diagnosed him with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. Bekam and his mother were referred to a higher-level hospital for further evaluation and treatment. At the hospital, Bekam was examined and underwent an ultrasound scan. He was then placed on a waiting list for surgery. After about a month, Bekam’s mother was referred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Bekam receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on September 7th, and needs $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Bekam’s mother said: “Thank you so much to everyone at BethanyKids for giving my son this opportunity to receive the care he needed. I am very grateful for your support and for giving families like ours this chance. I wish Bekam good health and a bright future. I also wish peace and successful surgery for Bekam and all the children who will come after him. May God bless everyone at BethanyKids for the wonderful work you are doing.”

Ahyan is a two-month-old baby boy from Tanzania. As the only child in his family, Ahyan is deeply cherished by both of his parents, who are determined to give him the best possible start in life. His mother works as a tailor, using her skills to support the household, while his father is a farmer who depends on seasonal harvests for income. Shortly after birth, Ahyan’s parents noticed that his feet were not positioned normally, making it difficult for him to move them freely. Although he is still very young, they understood that early intervention would be important for his growth and development. Ahyan was diagnosed with 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. Fortunately, Ahyan's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on April 27th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $341 to fund Ahyan's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will have a strong chance of achieving normal mobility as he grows. His parents remain hopeful towards a better future. Ahyan's mother shares, "We want our son to grow strong and walk like other children, and this treatment gives us hope for his future."

Beatrice is 46 years old and lives in Malawi. She is a single mother of two children and a grandmother to one. She earns a living through small-scale farming, growing vegetables and maize when the season allows. What she harvests is what sustains her home. For the past year, Beatrice has been struggling with her health. She has endured prolonged and heavy bleeding, often leaving her weak and exhausted. Alongside this, she began to feel a lump in the lower left side of her abdomen. At first, she tried to brave through the discomfort, but in February 2026, the pain became intense and impossible to ignore. An ultrasound scan revealed multiple uterine masses as well as an inguinal mass. Presently, the ongoing bleeding has also left her anaemic. Beatrice was started on treatment at our medical partner's care center, Nkhoma Hospital, to stabilize her condition. After a month of care, her hemoglobin has improved from 8 to 10, giving her strength in preparation for surgery. Doctors have now advised that she urgently needs a total abdominal hysterectomy to address the problem. Beatrice's surgery has been scheduled for May 7th. For her, this is the hope she has been holding on to, a chance to live without constant pain and weakness. But the surgery cost of $651 stands in her way. With no stable income beyond her small harvests and no close family to turn to for financial help, she has not been able to raise any funds for the procedure. Beatrice's hope is for a chance to undergo the surgery and return to a life where she can care for her children and grandchild, without the burden of illness. She said, “I have been weak for a long time, and it has not been easy to look after my family like this. I want to be strong again and live without this pain. I am hoping that I will receive support and get this surgery.”

Edison is a fifty-year-old man from Uganda. He and his wife engage in subsistence farming, selling the small surplus of their produce to support their family. For over 30 years, Edison has had a swelling on his forehead, accompanied by intermittent headaches. Recently, he has been experiencing excessive tearing of the eyes, and is unable to work for long hours in his farm because bending causes severe headaches. He initially tried self-treatment by purchasing painkillers from pharmacy outlets and occasionally using local herbs, but the condition persisted, and the pain worsened. Edison traveled to our medical partner's care center, Rwibaale Health Center, to be evaluated. He has been diagnosed with a lipoma, a slow-growing, fatty lump located beneath the skin. On January 27th, Edison has been scheduled for a mass removal surgery, and needs help to raise $153 to fund this procedure. He says: "I hope that I will be able to carry out my farming activity very well after the surgery."

John is 66 years old and a father of six from Malawi. For most of his life, he farmed tobacco and maize, work that supported his household and paid school fees for his children. Over the past year, his health has steadily declined. His hands have grown weak, and he can no longer manage the demanding work of farming. Today, his wife and sons tend the fields while he stays behind. One year ago, John started experiencing urinary problems, which have led to repeated infections and discomfort. He received medication, but nothing brought relief. Concerned for his condition, his family gathered what little money they could and brought him to our medical partner's care center, Nkhoma Hospital. He was diagnosed with benign prostatic hyperplasia and doctors have scheduled him for open prostatectomy surgery. A prostatectomy is a surgery to remove part or all of the prostate. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $530 to fund this procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place at Nkhoma Hospital on January 13th and, once completed, it will hopefully improve John's quality of life. John said, “This sickness has taken away my strength. With treatment, I hope to live the rest of my life without suffering, and I will be very grateful to the hands that will make this one wish come true.”

Eyobel is a two-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He is very active, loves playing, and is also very sociable. He is a happy child who enjoys being around people, and he especially loves football. His mother is a homemaker, while his father works as a driver to support and care for the family. Eyobel was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and will be at risk of future complications. Fortunately, Eyobel is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on May 7th at our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Eyobel’s mother said, “Thanks to God for this opportunity. Thank you to Bethany Kids and everyone who supported us. I am very grateful for the chance to receive this treatment. I hope my baby will be okay during the surgery.”

Jane is a 41-year-old secretary who lives with her mother, her husband and two children in Uganda. After completing her senior four year in school, Jane joined an institute where she trained in secretarial studies. Thereafter, she was employed by the same institute, and has worked there for the past 15 years. Jane's husband is a primary school teacher, and both their children are currently in primary school. The family lives a simple life, staying together in a single‑room rental house. During her free time, Jane enjoys cooking for her family. Jane is currently expecting her third child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Jane undergo a C-Section on February 5th. This procedure will cost $252, and Jane needs your support. Jane says, “At work, sometimes our pay is delayed by up to three months. I am only still there because I have not found another job yet. I kindly request for your support because without it, I will not be able to raise the amount of money needed.”

Shidrah is a student from Uganda. She comes from a family of five children, with two brothers and two sisters. Her brothers are still in school. Her older sisters are married and work as small-scale farmers, along with her parents. Shidrah just completed high school and has dreams of becoming a nurse. She is a humble, respectful, caring, and determined young lady, currently awaiting her senior year results with great hope for success. She has always wanted to visit national parks, although she has not been able to afford to do so yet. Shidrah was brought to the hospital by her mother because of a swelling in her neck, which she has had for the past year. It causes her pins‑and‑needles sensations, pain when swallowing, shortness of breath, and difficulty breathing when she lies down. Because of limited finances, Shidrah had never sought medical care. However, when the symptoms became severe, she came to Nyakibale Hospital, where, after an examination and tests, surgery was recommended. Unfortunately, her parents are unable to raise the amount needed for the procedure and are therefore appealing for your support. Shidrah will receive a mass removal surgery on February 3rd at Nyakibale Hospital. Our medical partner, African Mission Helthcare is requesting $188 to fund this procedure. Shidrah says, “My parents are both small-scale farmers. The struggle they go through to get my school fees alone is enough, but with surgery, I doubt they can afford the amount of money needed. Because of this, we kindly appeal for your support.”

Abenezer is a shy three-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He loves playing football, playing with toys, and watching cartoon movies. He is the third child in his family and enjoys spending time with his older brother and older sister. His father works as a daily laborer, and his mother is a housewife. Abenezer was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remain undescended. If left untreated, Abenezer has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Abenezer will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on March 2nd. AMH is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Abenezer's mother shared, "My hope is in God, and I pray for my child. Thank you to the donor for your unwavering support. I hope Abenezer will recover fully and be in good health."