Yared is a bright and curious seven-year-old boy who lives with his grandparents in Ethiopia. He loves playing with toy cars and spending time with his younger brother. Yared's mother, a single parent, works as a domestic worker in the city to provide for her family. Yared was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. A few years ago, Yared was taken to a referral hospital in Mekele, where his grandparents live, for corrective surgery, but the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by the war caused major delays, preventing him from receiving timely care. Later on, the cost of surgery became another barrier for Yared's family. One of Yared's family members who works at our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM), advised the family to come to the hospital for a review. Yared was reviewed, and his family has been advised that he will need to undergo corrective surgery to treat his condition. Without this intervention, he may continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and could be at risk of future complications. Yared is scheduled to undergo surgery on May 4th at BKMCM. His procedure will cost $1,293, and his family needs your support. Yared’s mother shares, “I’m deeply grateful to the donors and the doctors for their help. My only wish is that my child will grow up healthy and happy just like other children.”

Mark is a 12-year-old boy from Kenya. His health challenges began at birth. He was born with severe clubfoot, blindness in his right eye, and was unable to cry like other newborns. He was later diagnosed with brain damage, which affected his feeding and overall development. Mark has experienced significant developmental delays; he was able to walk at the age of five but has never developed speech. Despite these medical challenges, Mark’s mother has remained supportive, taking each day as it comes. In 2019, Mark was enrolled in a regular school. However, it was difficult for him to keep up with his class because of his hearing difficulties. It was recommended that Mark be fitted with hearing aids to help him with school and his interactions with others. Mark’s father works as a casual driver, and his mother is a domestic worker. Together, they work tirelessly to provide for their two children, aged 12 and 2, ensuring their basic needs are met. Unfortunately, their limited income prevents them from affording hearing aids. Yet, access to them would go a long way in supporting Mark’s speech development and greatly improving his quality of life. Mark’s parents are now reaching out for support, hoping he can receive hearing aids and have a chance at a better future. On January 14th, Mark will be fitted with hearing aids, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,171 for Mark. Mark’s mother says, “I believe hearing aids would help Mark develop his speech and finally be able to communicate with those around him.”

Grace is a 68-year-old farmer from Kenya. She is a retired police woman who is described by her children as a calm, strong, and resilient woman. Throughout her life, she and her husband have worked tirelessly to raise their seven children, three of whom still live with them. Two years ago, Grace began to experience troubling symptoms, including a persistent sore throat. She sought medical attention and was treated with oral medication. However, her condition did not improve. In October last year, she developed difficulty swallowing solid food and sought care again at another facility. She was given more medication, but still with not much improvement. Five days ago, her condition worsened, and she experienced episodes of vomiting and choking. At the hospital, she underwent examination and was diagnosed with a near-complete obstruction of her esophagus, caused by a mass. Doctors have recommended an urgent open gastrostomy tube (G-tube) insertion to allow feeding directly into her stomach, as she can no longer swallow food or fluids. This will give her the ability to tolerate food and to retain her strength. Grace has been unable to work on her farm for several days due to weakness and her worsening condition. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $770 to fund Grace's surgery. On March 4th, she will undergo surgery at AIC Kapsowar Hospital. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully greatly improve her quality of life. Grace says "I would be very grateful to have support. I currently have a challenge to even swallow liquids, and I am feeling weak because I can't eat. Please help me."

Savoeun is a 53-year-old man from Kompong Thom province in Cambodia. He is married with three children; his eldest is a university student, his second born is in grade 10, and his youngest is in kindergarten. His wife sells vegetables at a local market to support the family. In his free time, Savoeun enjoys planting fruits and vegetables and feeding his hens. He used to work as a construction worker but can no longer do this due to his condition. In 2010, Savoeun was in a motorbike accident and fractured several bones. He was prescribed steroids for pain. Over time, he developed avascular necrosis of his hip, a condition where the blood supply to the ball-shaped part of the thigh bone (femoral head) is disrupted, leading to bone death. He has undergone several surgeries, including a left hip replacement but he suffers from chronic infections in the hip prosthesis. He also experiences pain and fever, and is now seeking further treatment to regain mobility and reduce pain. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Center, is helping Savoeun receive treatment. On November 12th, he will undergo an uncemented hip replacement procedure on his left hip. Savoeun is able to afford only $50 for his treatment, and needs help to raise an additional $1,450 to cover surgery, a special prosthesis, medications, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. Savoeun says: "After surgery, I hope that I will no longer have pain, and will be able to walk properly without using crutches, so I can resume work to support my family."

Seth is a three-year-old boy from Kenya who expects to start school next year. However, he is presently in hospital under the care of his aunt who stays by his side, comforting him as he endures pain and repeatedly asks for his mother. Seth’s family was on their way to join their relatives for the holidays when tragedy struck, abruptly cutting their journey short. Their vehicle was involved in a devastating accident that claimed eight lives, including Seth’s mother and sister. Although Seth and his father survived, they sustained significant physical and emotional injuries. They were brought to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, stabilized, but both still require further surgical care. Seth suffered a deep head injury near his eye that required stitching, and he also sustained a fracture in his left leg. His father’s identification documents were lost in the accident, leaving them unable to access support through the national health insurance. The extended family is in shock, mourning the loss of two loved ones while also struggling financially as they work to organize the burials. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner can help. On December 4th, Seth will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. Seth’s aunt is now reaching out for support so he can undergo the surgery he needs, find relief from his suffering, and begin the long journey of healing, not only from his injuries but also from the heartbreaking loss of his mother and sister. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,115 to fund this procedure. Seth’s aunt said, “Seth is in so much pain. He cries through the night, calling for his mother. I just hope the surgery will ease his suffering.”

Srey Phorn is a 78-year-old woman from Cambodia. She lives in Kampong Chnang province with her youngest daughter, who works as a rice farmer to support the household. Her husband passed away several years ago, and her seven other children have moved out and visit when possible. In her free time, Phorn enjoys listening to monks pray on the radio, and spending time with her grandchildren when they visit. She also enjoys staying active with small household tasks. About one month ago, Phorn slipped on a wet floor at home, resulting in a fracture of her left hip. Since the accident, she has been unable to walk and experiences persistent pain and stiffness extending from her hip down to her leg. Previously, she visited a private clinic, where she received painkiller injections, but could not afford further treatment. The doctor advised her to seek further treatment with our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), which provides orthopedic care for all ages. Phorn and her family traveled approximately two and a half hours to reach CSC. On October 8th, Phorn will undergo a hip fracture repair procedure, which will relieve her pain, and help her regain mobility and independence. Phorn's family can contribute $50, but needs help to raise $662 more to fund her procedure and care. Phorn shared, "I am happy to have surgery and I will be able to do more around the house and not feel so much pain."

Sai Ya is a five-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his parents and grandmother in a village in Tak Province, Thailand. His father is an agricultural day laborer, and his mother is a homemaker. Sai Ya enjoys playing games on his parents' phone. On October 3rd, while playing tag with his cousin, he fell and broke his left upper arm. Sai Yu is in severe pain, his arm is swollen, and he cannot move his arm. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Sai Ya will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for October 3rd and will cost $1,500. Sai Yu will no longer be in pain, and he will regain movement in his left arm. Sai Ya's father shared, "When I first saw my son's injury, I felt very anxious and stressed about medical expenses. I was very worried due to our financial situation. I hope my son will get better soon. Once he recovers, I can go back to work and support the family."

Gloria is a mother of a two-year-old child from Malawi. Gloria works hard as a small businesswoman to provide for her little one, selling farm produce such as tomatoes, beans, and onions. Three years ago, Gloria began to experience troubling symptoms, including a swelling on her neck. She sought treatment at the time, but was only given painkillers that did little to help. By July 2025, Gloria's symptoms had worsened, including neck pain, heaviness, difficulty breathing, inability to carry heavy items, and struggling to climb steps. She rushed to the hospital, where she stayed for seven days. Unfortunately, the staff informed her that the hospital was fully booked until December and advised her to return next year. Heartbroken, Gloria went back to her village. When her pain became unbearable, she visited a referral hospital, and from there, was referred again to Partners in Hope (PIH), our medical partner's hospital, for urgent treatment. At PIH, after undergoing examination and scans, the surgeon confirmed she urgently needed surgery. Gloria has been diagnosed with a goiter, which is an abnormal swelling of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is the gland located in front of your neck and produces thyroid hormones. These hormones are responsible for essential functions such as metabolism, growth, and other bodily functions. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Gloria receive treatment. On September 3rd, she will undergo a thyroidectomy, during which surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. Gloria has contributed a co-pay toward her care and needs assistance raising $1,015 to fund the cost of her treatment. Gloria said, "Kindly save me from these pains. I came a long way to seek support to get better."

Nedson is a 43-year-old farmer from Malawi, married with four children. For some months now, Nedson has not been able to work on his farm due to his medical condition. He frequently requires support from his wife, who has also not been able to find time to do farm work since Nedson has been hospitalized several times. Seven months ago, Nedson began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain after being hit by a motorcycle while walking. He was diagnosed with a perforated ileum, and on January 1st, he was taken to the theatre for a loop ileostomy. This is a surgically created opening on the body's surface, typically the abdomen, connecting an internal organ to the outside to divert the flow of bodily waste since the normal route was compromised due to injury. He has been assessed and is now fit for ileostomy reversal, allowing for normal bowel movements. Physicians recommend a laparotomy, which is a surgery that opens up the abdominal cavity to complete his treatment. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,244 to fund Nedson's surgery. On August 5th, he will undergo surgery at Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully greatly improve his quality of life. "If possible, donors, kindly help me to resume good health; I need to get better and take care of my family," said Nedson.

Thiago, who is one month old, lives in Bolivia with his parents. Thiago is considered to be a miracle baby, as his mother suffered several miscarriages before giving birth to him. She is an auxiliary teacher, while his father works providing maintenance for electric services. Thiago was born with a cardiac condition, known as total anomalous pulmonary venous return. As a result of this condition, Thiago's pulmonary veins are connected to an abnormal location in his heart. Oxygen-poor blood is circulated throughout Thiago's body, instead of being passed to his lungs. As a result, blood flowing to the body doesn't have enough oxygen. On June 18th, Thiago will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During this procedure, surgeons will reattach the vessels to the heart at the normal location, so that blood can flow normally through Thiago's heart and body. Thiago's family needs help to fund the costs of his surgery and cardiac care. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Thiago's mother said: "I had a dream before having my baby. I dreamt that he will need help to be healthy, and I'm grateful to the doctors and nurses who are helping my baby right now."