Samuel is a very cheerful boy from Colombia who loves animals, watching television, and playing with his friends. He dreams of growing up and working alongside his father, following in his footsteps as a welder. He lives in Frontino, Antioquia, with his family. For some time now, he has been suffering from severe tooth decay and is receiving dental treatment. About a year ago, he was evaluated for the first time by a pediatric dentist, who diagnosed multiple deep cavities. Since then, he has been under observation, but the disease has progressed, causing intense and persistent pain, inflammation, episodes of suppuration (presence of pus), and difficulty eating and sleeping. After a complex process, it was concluded that the treatment should be performed under general anesthesia, considering the number of teeth affected and his young. This step represents much more than pain relief: it is an opportunity to give him back his smile, his peace of mind, and the chance to fully enjoy his childhood. With proper treatment, Samuel will have relieved pain, prevent new infections, and regain his quality of life, improving his ability to eat, sleep, and develop normally. Samuel's mother shares with emotion, "Your work is truly admirable. Many children need this process, and thanks to your generous support, many of them will be able to receive the treatment they need. Samuel will be able to regain his smile and the quality of life that every child deserves. Seeing someone who does not know him personally get involved with such love is the purest reflection of human kindness. May God continue to bless you and guide your every step in this mission."

Eh Mu is a 26-year-old woman from Burma who lives with her husband, her parents, older sister, older brother, younger sister, younger brother, her son and her nephew in a refugee camp in Thailand. Eh Mu and her family fled to the refugee camp in 2022 due to an airstrike and fighting in her village. Her parents are retired while her older brother and husband sometimes went to work outside of the camp as day laborers, while her older sister looks after a dormitory in the camp. Her son is a nursery school student. Eh Mu is a homemaker and makes custom dresses on order. During her free time, Eh Mu loves to play with her three-year-old son, spend time with her family, and listen to music on her phone. Eh Mu is currently expecting her second 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, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Eh Mu undergo a C-Section on December 22nd at our medical partner's care center, Tha Song Yang Hospital. This procedure will cost $1500, and Eh Mu needs your support. Eh Mu said, “When I noticed my pregnancy, I started feel stress instead of happy. I worry that if I need to deliver my baby through surgery, then I cannot afford to pay for the surgery. When I gave birth through c-section in Burma for my first baby, at that time the treatment cost is less but here in Thailand is very expensive for what I heard from my friend. At first, I was thinking of returning to Burma to give birth, but fighting continues in my village and it is not safe to return so I have no other option. After I learned from the doctor that there will be an organization who will support my surgery cost, I feel like all my stress and worries are gone. I am happy and thankful to BCMF and all their donors who are available for me during this difficult time”.

Janaika is a 33-year-old woman from the Philippines. Her partner is a motorcycle delivery driver. When opportunities arise, he also takes on construction jobs to supplement his income. Five years ago, Janaika was diagnosed with mixed hemorrhoids. She continues to experience discomfort, pain, and bleeding. She finds it difficult to move in and out of bed. Janaika needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Janaika receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a hemorrhoidectomy on November 8th. The Philippine Health Insurance Corporation is covering a portion of the cost of her treatment, and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,257 to cover Janaika's procedure and care. Janaika says, "I am very grateful because you are giving others like me a chance to have surgery who cannot afford it due to the high cost. Thank you for being a bridge that allows us to create a better future —one that will allow me to work again and improve myself."

Thatt is a 24-year-old former construction driver from Cambodia. He is the youngest of five siblings. All his brothers and sisters are married and live separately. He lives with his widowed mother, a rice farmer, in Siem Reap province. In his free time, Thatt enjoys playing games on his phone and helping his mother with household tasks. Four months ago, Thatt was involved in a motorcycle accident after losing control while driving too fast around a corner. He suffered head trauma and a fracture in his left shoulder, and he was unconscious for several hours at a local hospital. After ten days, he was discharged and returned home. For ongoing rehabilitative care, he visited a Khmer traditional healer, but he is unable to use his left 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 is unable to move or lift his left hand and continues to experience pain. He has also developed Horner’s Syndrome, a condition affecting the sympathetic nervous system that causes symptoms such as a drooping eyelid and facial changes on one side. These disabilities prevent him from working and from helping to support his mother. Thatt 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 October 14th, with the help of our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he will undergo a brachial plexus repair surgery. After recovery, he hopes to use his left hand again, allowing him to find work and perform daily activities. Thatt's family can contribute $50 towards his medical care, but needs help raising the remaining $687 in funds. Thatt said: "After this operation, I hope to use my left hand again to return to work and support my family."

Alejandro is a 57-year-old retired farmer and father of six from the Philippines. He and his wife currently live in his son’s rented apartment. His son, a gym instructor, supports the family financially and also helps his siblings who are still in school. Because of Alejandro’s condition, his son has had to reduce his work hours to care for his father. Alejandro’s eldest son, who runs a small sari-sari store, occasionally contributes rice and food to help the household. Alejandro worked for many years as a farmer but can no longer plow the fields because of his health. For more than twenty years, he has lived with an inguinal hernia, a bulge in the groin caused by abdominal contents pushing through a weak spot in the abdominal muscle. He has been experiencing pain in his lower abdomen and occasionally in his stomach. Fortunately, on September 20th, Alejandro is scheduled to undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner’s care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. A portion of the cost will be covered by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and our medical partner is raising the remaining $1,038 to fund his surgery and care. This procedure will relieve his discomfort and allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. “This support will greatly ease my family’s financial burden. Thank you to the donors for helping us,” Alejandro shares.

Bereket is an 11-year-old boy from Ethiopia. His happiness brightens everyone around him. His mother shared, “The fact that he is such a happy child helps me manage my stress. When I see him smiling and playing, I feel a sense of ease and relief from my sadness.” Bereket enjoys wrestling with his father and friends, and he has a keen interest in computers and mobile phones. Bright and playful, he not only excels in his studies but also brings joy and light to his family’s life. He loves going to school and performs well in his classes. Bereket was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, Bereket has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Bereket’s father is a lecturer at Mekele University, while his mother works as a nurse. Despite both being professionals, their combined income is modest. When Bereket required surgery, they went to a hospital and learned that the cost was beyond what the family could afford. His mother then turned to the charity organization where she works. One of the leaders there informed her about our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre and encouraged the family to seek care through its services. The charity organization covered their transport and accommodation, enabling the family to travel and access care. In addition to Bereket’s current condition, his mother had previously sought treatment for his syndactyly (a congenital condition in which fingers or toes are fused), which required significant financial effort. The family has also endured the painful loss of another child who suffered from a heart condition, whom his mother cared for over many years. Bereket will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMHF). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on August 29th. AMH is requesting $1,073 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. “At the previous hospital, the doctors told me that I needed to find a surgeon with more experience to operate on this case. To finally find that care here is such a relief and a great hope for me. I am deeply grateful for this opportunity,” Bereket’s mother said.

Daw Saw is a 61-year-old woman who lives with her husband and two daughters in Karen State, Burma. Daw Saw and her husband are unemployed but help with the housework while her two daughters work in a garment factory. She likes listening to the news and monks' teachings on her phone in her free time. In the summer of 2019, Daw Saw started experiencing troubling symptoms such as bloating, stomachaches, and back pain. She took herbal medicine whenever she felt uncomfortable, and it helped reduce the pain temporarily. Daw Saw continued purchasing the medicine from the local clinic, but at the beginning of September 2023, she experienced severe back pain that made it very uncomfortable for her to sit. She also noticed blood in her urine. At this point, her daughter advised her to go to Thailand to seek medical treatment. Daw Saw was diagnosed with kidney stones and was referred to our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, for treatment. The doctor inserted a catheter to drain the fluid from her kidney and told her to come back to the hospital every three months to change the catheter. During her appointment on August 9, 2024, the doctor told her that she needed surgery to remove the stone. On March 3rd, Daw Saw will undergo surgery to remove the kidney stones. She needs help to raise $1,500 to fund this procedure. After a full recovery, Daw Saw should have an improved quality of life. Daw Saw says, “I tell myself that I have used a lot of my children’s money for the treatment already, and I don’t want to use more, so perhaps I shouldn’t go for any more treatment. I should go back home and wait for my last day. But my daughter encouraged me to get treatment, and when I heard that there was an organization that would provide support, I felt so relieved. Thank you so much to the donors and the organization for supporting me.”

Min is a 38-year-old man from Burma. He is a farmer and lives in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. In June 2024, Min started to experience occasional stomach aches that usually lasted about three days before they went away on their own. In March 2025, he had another stomach ache, but this time, it did not go away. It worsened over time, prompting Min to visit a clinic where he was diagnosed with a pancreatic cyst. Doctors recommended surgery to remove the cyst. Currently, he is feeling severe abdominal and stomach pain, and is unable to walk or sleep. Min traveled to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital, to receive care. On May 6th, surgeons will remove the cyst. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1500 to fund Min's procedure and provide him relief from the impact of the cyst. “Once I am healthy, I would like to work and save up money and go back to Burma,” Min said.