Monica is 48 years old and a mother of two children from Malawi. Her husband is a farmer, and she manages a small family shop in their village near the Mozambique border. For one year, Monica has been experiencing persistent abdominal pain and episodes of dizziness accompanied by uncomfortable gynecological symptoms. Over time, her condition has continued to worsen, further affecting her ability to work and care for her family. In search of better care and support, Monica sought treatment at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center (PIH), where she has continued to receive medical attention. She has been diagnosed with uterine fibroids, and surgery has been recommended. Monica remains hopeful that the surgery will restore her health, relieve her pain, and enable her to resume running her family business successfully. She looks forward to regaining her strength and continuing to support her family while enjoying a healthier and more productive life. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Monica's surgery. On October 2nd, she will undergo gynecological surgery, and once recovered, Monica will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Monica shared, "I have been in great pain, and I just need your support for me to receive my healing."

Maligelita is a 42-year-old mother of six from Malawi who is married to a farmer. Before her illness, she worked as a tailor, using her skills to provide for her family and contribute to their daily needs. Six years ago, Maligelita noticed a small, painless swelling on her neck. Because it did not interfere with her daily life, she did not seek medical care at the time. As time passed, the swelling grew larger, and she began to experience pain when swallowing, tightness in her throat, and difficulty breathing. These symptoms gradually became so severe that she could no longer concentrate on her tailoring, causing her to step back from her business. In 2025, she was diagnosed with a goiter, an enlargement of the thyroid gland in the neck. The thyroid gland is responsible for producing hormones that support metabolism, growth, and other essential functions in the body. After experiencing episodes of choking at night, Maligelita returned to her local hospital and was recently referred to Partners in Hope Medical Center for urgent treatment. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is facilitating support to help Maligelita receive the care that she needs. Maligelita is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on March 10, which will cost $1,015. The surgery will hopefully help prevent further medical complications and allow her to return to her daily activities without worry. "I am very afraid. Kindly support me." said Maligelita worriedly.

Jean Marco is a one-month-old baby boy from Bolivia. He lives with his mom, a homemaker; his dad, a driver; and his two older siblings. When Jean Marco was born, his parents noticed that he was blue and not breathing well. He was born with a heart condition called total anomalous pulmonary vein return. The pulmonary veins are connected to an abnormal location in the heart, and as a result, oxygen-poor blood is circulated through the body rather than being sent to the lungs. On July 1sr, Jean Marco will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will reattach the vessels to the heart at the normal location, so that blood can flow normally through the heart and body. Jean Marco'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. Jean Marco's mother shared, "I am so grateful for the wonderful people who work here; everyone on the medical team is kind and thoughtful, very capable and professional."

Zaw is a 46-year-old man from Burma. He lives by himself in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. His wife and son still live in Burma. In November 2025, while fleeing from Burmese soldiers, Zaw ran and fell to the ground. Despite being in pain, he continued to run until he reached Thailand, where he was able to seek help from locals in the area. He sought treatment at various health facilities and was finally referred to our medical partner's care center, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital, for specialized care. Zaw was diagnosed with a left distal femur fracture and has been unable to work. A non-profit has been supporting him for his daily needs, but Zaw needs surgery to facilitate healing and prevent future health complications. He is in pain and can only walk with crutches. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Zaw will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for May 1st and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help Zaw able to walk again and be free from pain Zaw expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you so much to this organization and the donors for your willingness to support my treatment costs. Although I do not know everyone personally, I will always remember your kindness and support. Without your help, I would have faced permanent disability in my left leg, as I had no one else to ask for help.”

Hillary is a 28-year-old man from Kenya, full of determination and hope despite the many challenges he has faced. He completed school until the fourth grade, and he dreams of continuing his education and building a better future for himself and his family. He currently works as a farmer, growing maize, beans, and seasonal potatoes on a modest plot of land. Though hardworking, his income is minimal. He lives with his parents and contributes what he can to help support his siblings’ education. Tragedy struck on February 21st, when Hillary was involved in a road traffic accident. He was riding a motorcycle that lost control and collided with another motorcycle. He was taken to the hospital and was found to have multiple serious injuries, including a deep laceration to his forehead, wounds to his knee and thigh, and significant trauma to his left leg. Imaging revealed a fractured jaw and a distal femur fracture. Due to the severity of his injuries, Hillary was urgently taken to the operating room, where he underwent irrigation and debridement of the wounds and was placed in a long-leg posterior splint for support. He later underwent a second procedure to stabilize his femur with an external fixator. His jaw was also surgically repaired using arch bars and open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF), restoring the structure of his face. During recovery, Hillary has remained resilient. He has followed strict precautions, including non-weight-bearing movement and a liquid diet. He is now able to move with crutches, though his mobility remains limited, and his ability to speak and smile is still affected by the jaw fixation. Hillary has returned to the hospital for the next stage of his care: removal of the external fixator and complete surgical repair of his femur to restore function fully. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner care center can help. On April 2nd, Hillary will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation, to restore stability and function to his leg. To make this possible, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,014 is needed to fund his surgery. Hillary says, "I thank God for this far towards my recovery, please assist me, and looking forward to complete healing. I will go back to school, and I promise to help others too in the near future."

Emma is an eight-month-old baby girl from Bolivia. She lives with her mother, who is a cosmetologist; her father, who works in aluminum manufacturing; and her older brother. Emma has a cardiac condition called atrioventricular canal defect. A large hole exists in the center of Emma's heart, causing blood from all four of the heart's chambers to mix together without circulating properly to deliver oxygen to the body. This causes the heart to work too hard, and makes it difficult for her to grow and to have enough energy. On February 24th, Emma will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, doctors will use patches to close the hole in the center of her heart so that blood flows normally through the chambers. Emma'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. Emma's mother shared, "I'm grateful to all the doctors and staff at this hospital, and I trust my child's surgery will go perfectly."

Dah is a 24-year-old woman from Thailand. She lives with her husband, her daughter, and her brother's family. Her mother passed away when she was little, so Dah grew up with her relatives. Her daughter and nephew go to school, and her brother and her husband work as agricultural day laborers. During her free time, she loves to spend time with her daughter, niece, and nephew, and do the household chores. Dah 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 Dah undergo a C-Section on February 3rd, and the procedure will cost $1500. Dah needs your support to raise funds for her delivery. Dah said, "I would like to say thank you to donors for your support. I really appreciated it. Without your support, our family cannot afford to pay for my C-section cost. Thank you for making me less worried about my financial problem."

Theresia is a 15-year-old girl from Tanzania. Theresia’s mother currently lives in Oldeani, Karatu, where she works as a small-scale farmer cultivating maize to support the family. Theresia always loved school, but the increasing pain and difficulty walking forced her to drop out. The long distances to school, uneven paths, and the social challenges that came with her condition made it impossible for her to continue. It was a heartbreaking decision for her and her mother, who has always encouraged her education. Theresia has clubfoot on her right foot. 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, Theresia's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on December 5th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,119 to fund Theresia's clubfoot repair. Her mother dreams of seeing her daughter walk comfortably again, free from pain, and return to school to continue chasing the future she deserves. Theresia says, "It has been painful trying to work at home, go to school, and be independent. I wish for this to change and the pain to stop."

Dulce is five years old and a preschooler from Colombia. She is a curious girl with good academic performance and strong personal motivation: she dreams of becoming a doctor when she grows up. About a year ago, Dulce was diagnosed with multiple deep cavities. Since then, she has been under follow-up, but the progression of the disease has caused intense and persistent pain, inflammation, episodes of infection, and difficulty eating and sleeping. She needs treatment urgently. Finally, it was determined that the treatment must be performed under general anesthesia, due to the number of teeth affected and the young age of the patient. On November 21st, Dulce will undergo dental surgery that will relieve physical pain and allow Dulce to regain her quality of life, improve her school performance, and continue dreaming of helping others when she becomes a doctor. Our medical partner, Clinica Noel, is requesting $868 to fund Dulce's treatment and care. Dulce's mother says, "I want to thank those who support my daughter, Dulce. Your generous gesture is much more than material help; it is a sign of selfless love, faith in dreams, and light at a time when we urgently needed it. Thanks to your noble heart, Dulce will be able to receive the treatment she so desperately needs and, with it, regain the smile and quality of life that every child deserves."