Senaf is a three-year-old girl from Ethiopia. Three months ago, Senaf started to experience gasping breaths, an elevated fever, pervasive snoring, and restless, broken sleep. She was diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids, and if not treated, will cause her symptoms to persist and possibly intensify over time. Our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, is requesting $700 to fund a tonsillectomy for Senaf, which is scheduled to take place on June 4th. Surgeons will remove her tonsils, hopefully relieving Senaf of her symptoms and helping her live more comfortably. Senaf's parents shared, "We simply cannot wait for the day our child is truly well, a day when we'll see her bright smile shine unburdened once more – a smile we've missed beyond measure."

Silivia is a 48-year-old woman who has lived a life defined by resilience and hard work. She is a mother of seven children and a small-scale farmer from a village nestled near the deep waters of Lake Bunyonyi in Uganda’s Rubanda District. For many years, Silvia has been rising very early in the morning to tend to her garden and care for her crops, with a commitment to feed her family. Silivia is a widow whose husband died many years ago. She raised her children on her own, ensuring they all remained healthy and well. But three years ago, something began to change. It started with a slight swelling, nothing painful or urgent; she thought it was just a quiet inflammation. She brushed it off and continued working, just as she always had. However, as time passed, the pain intensified, becoming more severe. It would not disappear for even a minute, making daily life increasingly difficult. Silivia sought help at her nearest facility, but time and again, she was sent home with little more than painkillers. No diagnosis. No answers. Only frustration and a growing fear that something serious was being overlooked. Silivia's condition worsened. The woman who once worked tirelessly under the sun could now barely hold a hoe to tend her fields. Providing for her family became nearly impossible. With courage and determination, she eventually made her way to Kabale and arrived at our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, hoping this time would be different. And indeed, it was. At Rushoroza, she was well received. She was diagnosed with lipoma, a slow-growing, fatty lump located between the skin and muscle layer on her shoulder blade. A mass excision surgery has been recommended to for treatment. Without it, her condition will continue to worsen, and the pain, both physical and emotional, will not end. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is able to help. On October 7th, surgeons will remove the mass to alleviate her symptoms so she can go back to work and care for her family. Now, Silivia needs help to raise $145 to fund this procedure. Silivia says, "I pray that I may get well through this surgery that has been recommended, and I pray that this surgery becomes successful. After complete recovery, I will return to my small-scale farming and earn an income."

Juan José is a four-year-old student from Colombia. He deeply enjoys family time and especially values the company of his younger sister, with whom he shares moments of great joy. From the age of two and a half years-old, Juan José has had an umbilical hernia. Despite this preventing him from performing certain activities and causing him frequent pain, he faces each day with courage. Some activities and games cause him more discomfort, so he must avoid them, but that does not stop him in his daily efforts to achieve his dreams and desires. Fortunately, on June 26th, Juan José will undergo repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, Clínica Noel, is requesting $786 to fund Juan José's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Juan José's mother shared, "I want to express from the bottom of my heart my most sincere gratitude to the person who, without knowing my son, has decided to donate the necessary resources for his surgery. Your unconditional support comes at a time when we need it the most, and I do not have enough words to describe the gratitude I feel. I will always wish you blessings, and I will be eternally grateful for giving my son the opportunity to regain his health and live free of pain. Thank you so much for this generous and humane gesture!"

Ivan is a two-year-old boy from Haiti, living with his parents and four siblings in an urban neighborhood. Ivan likes listening to music and watching the older kids play soccer. Ivan has a cardiac condition called Tetralogy of Fallot. This condition involves several concerns in the heart, including a hole between the two lower chambers and a muscular blockage of one of the valves. These conditions prevent blood from passing through the lungs to obtain oxygen, leaving Ivan weak and short of breath. Ivan will need to fly to the Dominican Republic for treatment. On April 17th, he will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons at Hospital CEDIMAT will patch the hole in his heart and remove the blockage from his valve, allowing blood to flow normally. Another organization is contributing money to pay for the surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is seeking your help to fund the $1,500 needed to cover the costs of Ivan's pre and post-operative care and the travel expenses and documents for Ivan's family and the social workers who will join the family during the trip. Ivan's mother said: "Our family is praying that our son will grow and become a strong and healthy child after surgery!"

Phoeun is a 70-year-old rice farmer who is married, and has three sons, four daughters and six grandchildren. Both Phoeun and his wife work in rice fields in Prey Veng province. He is a traditional musician and has played at many weddings in his province. He also enjoys watching Cambodian news and growing fruits near his home. About one year ago, Phoeun developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. When Phoeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On February 1st, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Phoeun is seeking help to fund this $253 procedure. Phoeun shared, "I hope after surgery my eye can see better so I can go back to plant rice well, and I want to go to play more music again."