Lim is a three-year-old boy from Cambodia. He is an only child from Svay Rieng Province and lives with his grandmother, who is a rice farmer. Due to financial difficulties, his parents work away from home; his mother in a garment factory and his father as an air conditioning repairer. He enjoys playing with toy cars with his cousin and friends in the village, and loves eating fried eggs and caramelized pork. When he was one year old, shortly after he began walking, Lim slipped and fell, causing a fracture of his left shinbone. His grandmother initially took him to a traditional healer, but his condition did not improve. She later took him to a hospital in Phnom Penh, where an X-ray confirmed the fracture. However, the surgery kept being postponed until October. As his condition worsened, his grandmother brought him to our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), after hearing about the hospital from a neighbor. The condition has made it difficult for Lim to stand and walk normally, preventing him from playing with other children and reaching normal developmental milestones for his age. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On July 1st, Lim will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will cost $600. The surgery will stabilize and straighten his left leg, allowing the bone to heal properly. It is expected to improve his ability to walk, support normal growth of his leg, and give him the opportunity to start school and play with other children. His grandmother said, “After the surgery, I hope that my grandson will be able to walk normally, go to school, and play with his friends like other children. Thank you to everyone who will help him.”

Eve Christa is a joyful 11-month-old baby girl baby girl from Burundi. When her older twin brothers were born, her parents hoped for one more child, a little girl to complete their family. When Eve Christa was born, it felt like a miracle. For seven months, Eve Christa developed as a healthy, calm baby girl. Her brothers adored her. One day, Eve Christa's mother left her for a few hours with a trusted neighbor, so she could go to the market. Eve Christa was seven months old. Upon returning back home, she found her daughter severely burned. Her neighbor shared that there was an accident in the kitchen and Eve Christa sustained the burns from boiling hot water. Eve Christa's mother rushed her to the hospital, where she was admitted for several days. She was in pain and even with medication, she would scream through the night. Her mother slept beside her, holding her hand and praying for the pain to go away. When the wounds began to heal, the doctors shared more heartbreaking news; the severe burns had caused contractures on Eve Christa's hands. Her skin had tightened, and her fingers could not move properly. She struggles to crawl and grab toys, but it's difficult, given her condition. She still experiences pain due to the condition. A specialist advised that Eve Christa needed to undergo a contracture release and a skin graft, so her hands could regain function. The news worried Eve Christa's parents. Her mother is a homemaker, while her father works casual jobs to help sustain the family. His income is often not enough for their living expenses. One of Eve Christa’s older twin brother also has hearing problems, that needs treatment that the family cannot afford. Fortunately, our medical partner, is helping Eve Christa receive treatment. On August 18th, surgeons will perform a skin graft procedure to release the contractures, so her fingers can move again. This will give her a chance to use her hands to play, eat, and even write one day. Now, Eve Christa's family needs help to fund this $375 procedure. Eve Christa's mother said, “Please, I am sincerely seeking your support. I do not have a job, and my husband’s modest income is only enough for food. Christa was born healthy, but now cannot use her hands due to the burns. Please help my baby girl so she can get relief from the pain."

Muluwerk is a 28-year-old woman from Ethiopia. She and her husband have three young children—two sons and a daughter. Muluwerk has been facing a quiet, painful battle with a bone infection known as osteomyelitis. As a young mother caring for her children and home, she spends her days taking on physically demanding tasks. Muluwerk experiences pain, swelling, and other worrisome symptoms, making each day a showcase of her resilience. Muluwerk visited our medical partner's care center, Saglan Wajee General Hospital (SWGH), for help. After review, her doctors have recommended that she undergo a sequestrectomy, a surgical procedure involving the removal of fragments of infected, dead bone or tissue. If not treated, her condition can lead to recurrent infections that may result in life-threatening complications. Fortunately, on April 8th, Muluwerk will undergo repair surgery at SWGH's care center. Once completed, this procedure will alleviate her symptoms and prevent serious long-term complications. SWGH is requesting $900 to fund her procedure. Muluwerk said, "I am hoping to end this four-year cycle of suffering once and for all. By getting my mobility back, I can finally put all my energy into building a bright future for my family, free from the shadow of this recurring illness."

Aaron is a quiet and calm three-year-old boy from Kenya. He is the 6th born in a family of seven children who live in a village in Kilifi County. Aaron was born with both spina bifida and clubfoot conditions, which has made his early years very challenging. He has already undergone surgery to address the spina bifida condition, but he is still unable walk, stand, or crawl on his own. Both Aaron’s parents are small-scale farmers who work hard to provide for their large family, but life has not been easy. After his spine surgery, Aaron started serial casting clinics at a county hospital to correct his clubfoot, a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. However, his feet began to swell, and the family slowly lost hope in the treatment. They did not know what to do next. One day, Aaron's family heard about a mobile clinic in Mombasa, organized by our medical partner's care center, AIC Cure Hospital. Without hesitation, they traveled to attend the clinic, hoping for a new beginning for their son. After an assessment, Aaron was scheduled for bilateral serial casting in preparation for surgery. Aaron and his family traveled to AIC Cure Hospital where he is currently undergoing serial casting. Following this, surgeons have scheduled clubfoot repair surgery on March 11th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Aaron's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will be able to stand, walk, and live a more independent life. His parents look forward to the day he will join school like other children and grow up with confidence. Aaron's father says: “My prayer and hope is for my son to walk and join school, just like other children."

Naw Chr is a 37-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband, two sons, and a daughter in a refugee camp in Thailand. Naw Chr is a seamstress while her husband grows and sells vegetables. All her children attend school. Their monthly income is just enough to cover their daily needs, but no more. During her free time, she enjoys creating beautiful clothes and learning new sewing techniques. Naw Chr is pregnant, and doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section to ensure her and her child's safety. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is asking for $1500 to cover the cost of Naw Chr's C-Section on February 10th. “In the future, I want to be a seamstress and make more beautiful suits and dresses. I’m always interested in learning new things to sew and techniques,” she said.

Naw Paw is a 55-year-old woman from Burma. She has been living in the refugee camp in Tak Province, Thailand, with her husband, her son, her daughter, and her grandson for more than 20 years. Naw Paw is primarily a homemaker. Together with her son, she assists in growing and selling vegetables and produce from their garden. Her daughter is also a homemaker and cares for Naw Paw’s grandson, while her husband volunteers at the camp church. The family’s limited income from vegetable growing allows them to cover only basic daily living expenses. In her free time, Naw Paw enjoys playing with her grandson, tending to the garden and speaking with neighbours. Watching her plants grow brings her happiness. However, ongoing health issues and financial uncertainty have caused her significant stress. In June 2025, Naw Paw reported lower back pain and pain in her right lower abdomen. An ultrasound was performed, which revealed gallstones. Naw Paw has been advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, Naw Paw's symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications in the future. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), Naw Paw is scheduled to undergo her cholecystectomy on January 12th. BCMF is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of Naw Paw's procedure and care. Naw Paw shared, “I am always worrying about where I can find more money, especially with my health problems. I feel very relieved and thankful to receive support from the donors during this time.”

Erick is a calm and polite 15-year-old boy from Kenya. He loves watching movies and playing football, though his feet have limited his ability to play to the fullest. Recently, Erick completed Grade 9 and is eagerly waiting to join Grade 10. He dreams of becoming an IT expert one day. Erick was brought to our medical partner's care center, AIC CURE Hospital, by his cousin. His parents recently traveled to Saudi Arabia seeking greener pastures, after struggling for many years without employment. Erick has clubfoot in both feet, a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. This causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. Living with the condition for close to 16 years, Erick has faced daily challenges, including criticism and mockery from friends at school whenever he walked. This made him feel left out and discouraged, but he never gave up hope. Hope came when one of the principals at his school connected his family with AIC CURE Hospital. Upon review, Erick was scheduled to begin serial casting in preparation for surgery, starting with his right foot. The treatment will improve his foot position and strengthen his mobility. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Erick receive treatment. On December 11th, he will undergo clubfoot repair surgery, getting him closer to his dream to walk better, run, and play football confidently. Now, Erick's family needs help to fund this $1,286 procedure. “I have lived with this condition for so long, but now I hope to walk, run, and play football like other kids. I want to show my friends that I can do it too,” Samuel shared.

Hser is a 60-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife, children, and grandchildren in a refugee camp in Sob Moei District, Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. His daughter is a teacher, and one of his sons is a day laborer. Hser and his wife run a small grocery shop in the camp. Every month, they receive money on a cash card from a charity organization in the camp. They also raise chickens and a pig for their own consumption. They receive free basic healthcare in the refugee camp. Since 2021, Hser has had an inguinal hernia. Hser is in a lot of pain. He experiences swelling, as well as a burning and aching sensation, preventing him from performing his daily tasks. Fortunately, on November 10th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at Mae Sariang Hospital, our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,468 to fund Hser's hernia repair surgery. Once completed, Hser will be able to live more comfortably. Hser said, “I would like my discomfort to disappear, and I would like to be able to work properly. I hope my problem will be treated after my surgery."

Bayo is a refugee from Congo. She is a farmer and a mother of six children. In 2018, Bayo relocated to Malawi due to war and now resides at Dzaleka Refugee Camp in Dowa with her husband and four of her children. Her first and fourth-born children were left behind in Congo, as they were still in school when the family fled, and they have not been heard from since. For five months, Bayo has been experiencing recurrent bleeding, backache, and abdominal pain. She has been diagnosed with Cervical Intraepithelial Neoplasia (CIN III), a high-grade precancerous condition with a significant risk of developing into invasive cervical cancer if left untreated. She also suffers from a heart condition, which is now well controlled. Being a refugee, Bayo began to lose hope, feeling overwhelmed by having two medical conditions in a foreign land and fearing death, but her hope is about to be restored. 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 Bayo's surgery. On October 7th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Bayo will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Bayo shared, "I am happy to be in Malawi, where I can access treatment through donor funding, though a refugee. I am looking forward to receiving this rare support."

Lorna is 34 years old and a teacher from the Philippines. Her husband works as an assistant at a dental clinic. Fifteen years ago, when Lorna was in High School, she noticed a lump on her leg. As it did not bother her, she ignored it. However, with time, it grew bigger and started to cause discomfort, affecting her ability to perform her duties as a teacher. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. On September 12th, she will undergo a mass excision, which will help address her discomfort and regain her mobility. A portion of the cost of the procedure will be covered by the government health insurance, but she needs help to raise $1,385 more for her procedure and care. Lorna shared, "I am very grateful for programs like this that help us, especially in this time of need. It brings comfort and hope to me and my family now that I can avail a free surgery for my condition so I can go back to work."

Monny Reach and his family are from Takeo Province, Cambodia, about four hours away from the capital city of Phnom Penh. He is the youngest of two siblings, with an older brother who is ten years old and in fourth grade. His father works as a taxi driver, and his mother sells groceries. At home, Monny enjoys playing with toy cars and spending time with his mother. He loves all types of Khmer soups, especially lemongrass sour soup. When Monny Reach was about a year old, his parents noticed weakness in his foot when he was unable to stand after pulling himself up using furniture. They took him to a children's hospital, where a doctor observed that his spine was not straight and suspected a spinal deformity. The doctor recommended that he visit an organization for further evaluation, where he was advised to wear a brace. However, due to a respiratory disease he had as a baby, Monny Reach often struggled to breathe, making it impossible for him to wear the brace. He did not begin walking on his own until he was two and a half years old. Recently, Monny Reach's parents learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), through social media and sought treatment. In February, he was diagnosed with infantile scoliosis, which causes his spine to curve or twist. This condition can eventually affect his chest and lungs, making it harder for him to breathe. Although Monny does not feel pain, he experiences difficulty breathing and sitting for long periods. On August 12th, Monny Reach will undergo spinal surgery to correct his scoliosis and stabilize his spine. This surgery is expected to improve his posture and allow him to live a healthier life as he grows. His family hopes that the operation will help him breathe better and prevent future complications, but they need assistance covering the $1,500 cost of the procedure. This amount includes surgery, metal spinal implants, anesthesia, medication, and postoperative care. Monny Reach's parents said, "After the operation, we hope that our son will have a normal spine like the other kids and not have any pain. We want him to grow strong and healthy."