Chakriya is a 39-year-old man from Takaeo province, Cambodia. He lives with his wife and two children. His oldest child is in kindergarten, and his youngest child is two years old. His wife stays at home to look after the children and manage household tasks. In his free time, he enjoys planting vegetables around his home and listening to music. For the past 14 years, Chakriya has been living with ankylosing spondylitis - a chronic inflammatory arthritis primarily affecting the spine, causing back pain, stiffness, and inflammation, especially the base of the spine and pelvis. Around one year ago, Chakriya began experiencing pain in his right hip, which has caused difficulty walking and limited his ability to perform daily tasks independently. He had previously undergone a total hip arthroplasty on his left hip in 2014 with the help of our medical partner. Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC). Chakriya decided to travel back to CSC for treatment on his right hip. On January 16th, he will undergo a hip replacement procedure, which will cost $1500, including surgery and post-op care. Chakriya and his family can contribute $50, and need support for the remaining cost. Surgeons will operate on his right hip to relieve pain and improve mobility, allowing him to move comfortably and return to work. Chakriya said, "After the surgery, I hope that I will be able to walk easily and no longer have hip pain, so I can do my job properly."

Kalkidan is a one-year-old girl from Ethiopia. She is a delightful baby girl with a natural curiosity, always eager to explore her surroundings and engage in playful activities with her siblings. As the fourth child in her family, her entrance into the world was marked by a moment of profound distress for her mother; on the day of her birth, Kalkidan's eldest brother was gravely ill and in the ICU. This backdrop of anxiety cast a shadow over her arrival, as her family rallied in hopes of supporting her brother's recovery. Kalkidan lives with her parents and her three siblings, a sister and two brothers, in a rented home. Her mother, a dedicated housewife, manages the household, while her father works as a daily laborer, striving to provide for the family. They often face financial challenges, sometimes prompting her mother to request additional time from the landlord to meet their rent obligations. At one point, their economic struggles led to a separation that lasted for some time as they struggled to feed their children. Their journey to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM), has sparked excitement, as there is a glimmer of hope for medical intervention for Kalkidan's condition. Kalkidan was born with an anorectal malformation, a condition that leads to a complete or partial intestinal blockage. She needs to undergo a series of procedures to eliminate bowel dysfunction. Kalkidan is scheduled to undergo surgery to correct her condition on December 16th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of Kalkidan's procedure and care. After her recovery, Kalkidan will no longer experience bowel dysfunction or be at risk of developing health complications in the future. Kalkidan's mother expressed her heartfelt gratitude, stating, "I am profoundly thankful for this invaluable service and the divine support that is about to make it possible for my daughter to undergo her surgery and treatment. May God bless each one of you."

Jhovana is 12 years old and a young student from Bolivia. She is in the ninth grade, and loves to play soccer with her friends. She lives in the southern part of Bolivia with her dad, who works in the fields; her mom, who takes care of a herd of llamas; and six siblings. Last year, Jhovana had a nosebleed that wouldn't stop, so her parents took her to the doctor, who detected a heart murmur and sent her to a cardiologist for diagnosis. Jhovana has a cardiac condition called patent ductus arteriosus. A hole exists between two blood vessels next to the heart. This condition stops Jhovana's blood from circulating properly, causing weakness and leaving her at risk of heart failure if the condition is not treated. On November 11th, Jhovana will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will sew the hole closed so that blood can no longer leak through it. Jhovana'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 costs, follow-up care, and medications. Jhovana's father shared, "I just want my daughter to be healthy like her other brothers and sisters, so she can have a healthy life!"

Warren is an 10-year-old determined boy from Kenya. He dreams of becoming a mechanic in the future. His father shared with us that Warren is always curious about electrical things at home. “Sometimes he even opens up the radio, removes the wires, and fixes it to work better,” his father told us. Warren is the fifth and lastborn in his family. He comes from a village in Homa Bay County and is a grade five student. His father earns a living by operating a bodaboda motorcycle taxi within the village, while his mother sells fish to support their family. Warren was born a healthy child, but when he was three-years-old, he was diagnosed with malaria and taken to the hospital. After receiving treatment, his foot later developed a deformity. Due to a lack of finances and information, Warren has lived with the condition ever since. It has affected his mobility, self-esteem, and even his education. Thanks to the CURE Hospital mobile clinic in Homa Bay, Warren was identified and scheduled for treatment. He is now undergoing a casting procedure in preparation for surgery. Surgeons will perform foot surgery on October 14th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Warren's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will be able to walk, run, play football, and pursue his education. “I pray that I will get well soon so that I can walk, play, run, and even play football. I want to continue with my education, and most of all, I want to play with my friends,” Warren told us.

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!"

Say is a 28-year-old woman from Burma. She lives in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. She lives with her mother, five younger siblings, husband, and their 2-year-old daughter. Say and her family are originally from Karen State, Burma. They fled to the camp in December 2010 due to armed conflict. Her husband works as a day laborer just outside the camp, while she works as a teacher. During her free time, she plants vegetables around her home and makes traditional dresses to earn extra income. Say is currently expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section due to a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Say undergo a C-Section on August 10th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Say needs your support. Say said, “In the future, I want to be a good teacher and serve my community as much as I can, while taking good care of my family.”

Andrice is a 15-year-old student from Haiti. He lives with his parents and three siblings in a neighborhood of Port-au-Prince. He enjoys going to school and would like to be a minister when he grows up. Andrice has a cardiac condition called rheumatic mitral regurgitation. One of the four valves of Andrice's heart was severely damaged as a result of an infection when he was young. Although the valve was surgically repaired six years ago, he has continued to grow, and the valve needs another repair or replacement to function normally. Andrice will fly to the Dominican Republic to receive treatment. On July 14th, he will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons will either repair Andrice's damaged valve or remove it and implant an artificial replacement. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is contributing $6,000 to pay for the surgery. Andrice's family also needs help to fund the costs of surgery prep. He needs $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 Andrice's family overseas. Andrice's father shared: "Our family is all praying that everything will go well with Andrice's surgery!"

Lar is an 18-year-old from Burma. He lives with his parents and six siblings in Karen State, Burma. His parents and three of his siblings work in farming and mining. In his free time, he enjoys watching movies and reading tactical books and war history. In 2023, Lar noticed a swelling and pain in his jaw but did not seek medical attention, believing it was not a serious issue. However, the swelling continued, forcing him to see a doctor. Lar was diagnosed with a right mandible bone cyst and was told he needed surgery. Lar sought treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. He is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on June 12th and needs help to raise $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Lar shared, "I want to become a leader and serve my community one day."

Rose is a 45-year-old mother of two from Malawi. Her first born is married with one child and her second-born is in his second year at a technical college. She is a small-scale vendor who sells tomatoes at the local market. In her free time, Rose enjoys chatting with her children and enjoys eating local delicacies. Six months ago, Rose started experiencing general body weakness and heavy bleeding. She was taken to a local hospital where her hemoglobin levels were found to be very low. She received a blood transfusion that improved her health condition, and was advised to report back in case she experienced any complications. Two months later, Rose started bleeding heavily again, and she decided to report back to the hospital as per the hospital's instructions. A pelvic ultrasound scanning was done, and it revealed a mass. Rose had started feeling weak after the heavy bleeding. Her illness has significantly affected her daily activities as well as her business leading to an income reduction. She decided to seek treatment at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope, where the diagnosis was confirmed and she was advised to undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Rose receive treatment. On May 2nd, she will undergo a gynecological procedure to relieve her symptoms and prevent even more serious health complications due to the blood loss. Rose is optimistic about the treatment and hopes to resume her daily activities, and support her children. Rose is able to contribute towards the cost of her treatment but needs help raising $1,363 more to fund the procedure. She says, "I'm experiencing unusually heavy bleeding. I would be grateful if you would consider me as a recipient of your support. This would allow me to rest and focus on my business, which is essential for my family.

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.”

Jane is 57 years old and a farmer from Malawi. She is a widow who lives with her son, a journalist, and a grandchild from her son who had passed away. Jane is a retired teacher who now farms to support her family. She likes chatting with her son and grandchild and enjoys eating rice with vegetables prepared with groundnut flour. In 2019, Jane noticed a small lump on her right breast. She went to a hospital where she was prescribed painkillers. As the lump did not resolve on its own, she went back and was told she needed a biopsy. However, Jane could not afford it. The lump grew bigger, causing discomfort and pain. A few months ago, Jane started experiencing itchiness and pain around the affected breast, interfering with her daily activities. Jane was diagnosed with breast cancer and underwent several cycles of chemotherapy. She was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, where she was told she needed a mastectomy, a surgery to remove the breast tissue to prevent the cancer from spreading from other parts of her body. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,194 to cover the cost of a mastectomy for Jane. The procedure is scheduled to take place on March 18th and will hopefully, remove the cancer from her body. Jane says, "I wish to get better for me to fully resume my farm work in order to boost my income for upkeep and to continue supporting my child and grandchild as I am the only parent left."

Curie is a bright and cheerful 8-year-old girl from Kenya. She loves music and books and dreams of becoming a mechanic when she grows up. When asked why she is interested in this career, she responds with a big smile! Curie is studying in grade five. She has two siblings, and her father works as a farmer while her mother runs a small agro-vet shop selling animal feed and fruits. Curie was born with bilateral clubfoot, a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape, which causes difficulty walking. She began serial casting six days after birth and underwent two tenotomy procedures at three months old, using FAB shoes to help correct the condition. However, when her mother fell ill, they were unable to visit the clinic anymore, leading to a recurrence of clubfoot. Recently, our medical partner hosted a mobile clinic in Curie's town, where the doctors reviewed her condition. Curie was then scheduled for surgery and has been undergoing serial casting in preparation for the procedure. On February 14th, Curie will undergo clubfoot repair surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is requesting $1,286 to fund this procedure. After treatment, Curie will be able to walk properly, gain confidence, and continue her studies without interruptions. Curie's mom said, "I am grateful for the support and look forward to seeing my daughter walk well like other children. God bless the donor and continue helping other needy patients."