Kimleang is a 16-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives with his parents and older sister in Kampong Speu province. His mother works in a garment factory, his father drives grocery items to the retail market, and his older sister works in a pharmacy. Kimleang is currently in grade 12 and enjoys studying Khmer, aspiring to become a police officer in the future. During his free time, he enjoys eating fish soup with rice, and in his free time, he enjoys playing soccer with his friends. Kimleang was born with torticollis, which affects the sternocleidomastoid (SCM) muscle in the front of the neck, causing tightness, pain, stiffness, and headaches. His grandmother took him to a hospital when he was a baby, but could not afford the surgery at that time. Kimleang needs to undergo a tendon and nerve repair procedure to help improve his mobility. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is helping Kimleang receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo surgery on March 7th. His family can contribute $100 but needs your help to raise $472 more to fund his procedure and care. Kimleang said: "I hope I can move my head after this operation and people will not make fun of me."

Chhally is a 14-month-old toddler from Cambodia. He is from Kampot province and has two older brothers who are in primary school. His parents sell food alongside the road, including rice and fried dishes, catering to factory workers. He enjoys drinking milk and is an active child who loves walking, running, and playing with his siblings. Chhally has been diagnosed with Erb’s Palsy, a condition resulting from nerve damage during his difficult birth. This has caused tightness and weakness in the muscles of his arm, making it turn inward and remain close to his body. His diagnosis includes a brachial plexus injury on the right side, which affects the network of nerves responsible for transmitting signals from the spine to the shoulder, arm, and hand. Damage to this nerve network can lead to loss of function and sensation. He is unable to move the fingers on his right hand and relies on his left hand for tasks requiring hand movement. His wrist and fingers are bent, making it difficult for him to use his hand or move his fingers. Chhally 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 February 14th, he will undergo a brachial plexus repair surgery. After recovery, his parents hope he will be able to use his arm. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $709 to fund this procedure. Chhally's mother said: "I want to see him grow up healthy like other children and be able to use his right arm easily."

Pheayuth is a nine-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives in Kampong Cham Province with his parents and one younger sibling, who attends the same primary school. His father works as a Tuk-Tuk motorcycle taxi driver and his mother is a housewife. Pheayuth is currently in the 4th grade, and his favorite subject is Khmer Studies. In his free time, he enjoys riding his bicycle with friends in the village. When Pheayuth was 1 year old, he suffered a burn injury from hot water, which caused severe burns on his left foot and subsequent scar contractures. The tightened scar tissue around Pheayuth's foot causes discomfort when wearing shoes. When Pheayuth's family learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, they traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On February 6th, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to help release the scar tissue in his foot, making it more comfortable for him to wear shoes. His family can contribute $100 but needs help to raise $395 more to fund Pheayuth's care. Pheayuth's father shared, "I hope that after surgery, Pheayuth can comfortably walk to school and not worry about his foot anymore."

Vutha is a 32-year-old metal worker from Cambodia. He is married and has two children. His wife works in a nearby garment factory in Kandal province. In his free time, Vutha enjoys fishing by the nearby river. Two months ago, while at work, Vutha had a sudden electrical surge sear through his body, leaving devastating burns on both hands and his left leg. His coworkers rushed him to the hospital, where doctors tried to save his hands, but both hands had tissue destruction and infection. Gangrene rendered his right hand non-salvageable. Doctors amputated his right hand and performed a Krukenberg operation, converting his right forearm stump into a pincer, to retain some dexterity of the hand rather than it being reduced to a stump. His left hand was debrided of dead tissue. Two weeks ago, it was noted the wounds on his right stump were not healing, and there was further damage to his semi-functional left hand. Due to the extent of his injuries, he cannot use both arms. He is in pain and now needs further surgery. Vutha learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), and sought help. On January 14th, surgeons at CSC will perform a stump revision shortening and debridement on his right forearm and debridement and curettage of his left hand to remove the dead bone and tissue. Doctors hope to improve the healing process of his right forearm and provide more functionality in his left hand. Vutha needs help to raise $780 to fund his procedure and care. Vutha said: "I hope my hand does not get any worse and I can find a job when I go home."

Nahom is an eight-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He loves to play with other children, especially hide-and-seek. He is also a solo singer at his family's church. Nahom has an older brother and they enjoy playing together. Nahom and his family have been facing health issues which have affected their finances. Nahom's mother started making and selling cookies to generate income and his father works as a security guard at a government institution. Nahom was born with cryptorchidism, a condition in which, if left untreated, he has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. With help from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), Nahom will undergo corrective surgery on November 19th. AMH is requesting $1,021 to cover Nahom's procedure and care costs. Nahom's mother said, "If my child gets surgery, I hope he will heal. For the past eight years, I have felt like he is not truly born because I have carried this worry in my heart all these years. Now I can feel that he is born, and all the stressful thoughts related to his condition will leave my mind. God works through other people, and I believe this is His way of providing the necessary treatment for our child."

Shania is a seven-year-old boy from Tanzania. He is the eldest of two children in his family from Bunda, Mara region, being raised by a single mother who used to run a grocery business. Unfortunately, the business folded when Shania fell ill and required extended hospitalization. Last year, on October 27th, Shania experienced a fire accident while playing with a matchbox, which ignited his clothing. In an attempt to extinguish the flames, he suffered burns on his back and left armpit. He was treated and underwent a skin graft surgery, funded by a generous benefactor. Despite the successful healing of Shania's wounds, he developed contractures in his left axilla, restricting his arm’s range of motion. He was referred to our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, for further treatment. Shania was diagnosed with burn scar contractures and evaluated by plastic surgeons who have proposed a release procedure with Z-plasties for his left axilla. On October 16th, Shania will undergo a burn contracture release surgery to alleviate the discomfort he experiences when attempting to extend his arm. Shania’s mother is unable to afford the necessary treatment and is seeking assistance. Now, he needs help to fund this $717 procedure. Shania's mother says: "His treatment journey has been a blessing, as we have received support from people we do not know. We remain hopeful that he will complete his treatment and go on to lead a healthy and fulfilling life."

Hsit is a 16-year-old girl living with her family in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. She shares her home with her parents, two older sisters, two older brothers, and two younger sisters. While Hsit and her younger sisters focus on their studies, her oldest brother works as a day laborer, and the rest of her siblings are currently unemployed. Her mother weaves traditional Karen shirts, with help from her older sister, and her father occasionally takes on day labor jobs. Unfortunately, their combined income is insufficient to meet their needs, forcing them to borrow rice to get by each month. In her free time, Hsit enjoys spending time with her friends at the monastery, helping with cleaning tasks. Recently, however, she has faced a health challenge. She started experiencing severe abdominal pain, dizziness, and difficulty sleeping. After seeing a doctor, she was diagnosed with appendicitis and now urgently needs surgery to prevent her condition from worsening. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Hsit receive treatment. On September 3rd, she is scheduled to undergo surgery to remove the infected appendix at Mae Sariang Hospital. This procedure will cost $1,500, and Hsit and her family need your support. Hsit's older sister says, "I feel very sad and worried when I see her in so much pain. My only wish is that she gets well soon."

Saw Tay is a 41-year-old man from Burma, living in a refugee camp in Thailand. Saw Tay used to work as a day laborer in a nearby village, but because of his health concerns, he has been unable to work. Saw Tay's wife is a community health worker, and his three children attend the camp school. One year ago, Saw Tay developed an irreducible inguinal hernia. This causes him discomfort and he has not been able to work for the past few months. Fortunately, on July 18th, Saw Tay will undergo corrective surgery. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,486 to fund this procedure. Following the surgery, his symptoms will be alleviated, allowing him to live more comfortably. Saw Tay said, “I would like to feel better and free from discomfort of pain and I would like to work properly again. I am hoping to recover after I receive surgery.”

Sipha has five children, with two of them living in another province working in factories. He is a single father and currently lives with three of his younger children and his 70-year-old mother in rural Mondulkiri Province. His three sons are aged 5, 7, and 11, and all of them attend the local school. In his free time, Sipha helps his mother raise pigs behind their house and enjoys playing with his children. Since birth, Sipha has had a large vascularized mass on his upper lip that extends into his right nostril. In 2002, he underwent an excision of the mass at a local hospital. However, over time, the mass has grown progressively larger again, making it difficult for him to speak and eat comfortably. Fortunately, our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), can help. Sipha and his sister traveled from Mondulkiri Province for nearly 6 hours to seek treatment. On June 14th, the team at CSC will perform surgery to remove the mass on his upper lip. This surgery will eliminate discomfort and make it easier to speak and eat. Sipha is able to contribute $75 but needs help to raise $651 more to fund the procedure. Sipha hopes that the surgery will allow him to talk with his children again and reduce his stress about the mass growing in size.

Bae is a 63-year-old man who lives with his wife and son in a refugee camp. His wife is retired while his son is unemployed. Bae works as a vendor selling boiled corn in the refugee camp. He also grows vegetables in their garden for their own consumption. Bae enjoys reading in his free time. One year ago, Bae was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, causing him severe pain and discomfort. Fortunately, on May 3rd, 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 $1,486 to fund Bae's surgery. The procedure will, hopefully, allow him to live more comfortably. Bae said, “I hope that the operation will go well, that I can be discharged in a few days and go back to the refugee camp, returning to my life as usual.”

Khin is a 43-year-old rice farmer in Cambodia. She is married and has four children. Her husband and eldest son are also rice farmers and her other three children are still in school. On March 2nd, Khin fell off a motorcycle during a rainstorm and fractured her left tibia and femur. She underwent surgery at a local hospital in Kampong Thom, and an external fixation frame was applied to support the healing of the fractures. However, an open wound remains on her lower left leg. It is swollen and painful making it difficult for Khin to walk. She is unable to work outside in the rice fields or to help her family with daily chores. Fortunately, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On April 5th, surgeons at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre will perform a skin graft procedure to heal Khin's chronic open wound. Khin is able to contribute $100 but needs your help to fund an additional $487 for the procedure. Khin said: "After surgery, I hope I have no more infection so I can walk my son to school and work with my family to grow rice."

Oscar is a 28-year-old married man from a village in Lilongwe District in Malawi. He has a young child who is not yet of school age, and relies on small-scale farming to support the family by growing maize, groundnuts, and keeping livestock. One year ago, Oscar noticed an itch in his throat and a slight hoarseness in his voice, initially thinking he was developing a cough. However, he later discovered a small painful swelling that has been gradually getting larger. He did not seek medical help as he had no funds to pay for treatment until his mother heard about a care program when she visited our medical partner care center, Nkhoma Hospital. Oscar was diagnosed with goiter, and was scheduled to undergo thyroidectomy surgery. The condition has negatively affected his life as the swelling is painful and sometimes, he experiences shortness of breath. Treatment will relieve him of these symptoms, improving the quality of his life. Fortunately, our medical partner African Mission Healthcare is helping Oscar receive treatment at their care center. On March 7th surgeons will perform thyroid surgery so he can regain his health. Now, he needs help to fund this $491 procedure. Oscar says, “Thank you for this opportunity, I am looking forward to treatment and recovery.”