Gift is nine years old and a fifth grader from Kenya. She is the third born in a family of four. She loves playing, singing, and dreams of becoming a doctor one day. Gift was only two years old when her legs first started curving outward. As the severity of her condition became clearer, her father began a desperate search for answers. He took her from one hospital to another, hoping someone would explain what was happening. But every visit ended the same; doctors could not identify the cause or offer a solution. “At that time, I didn’t know how bad it could become,” her father said. Mbithi said. The hospital trips drained not only the family’s hope but also their finances. After many consultations, he was finally told that surgery was needed. Even though he wanted the best for his daughter, the cost of the treatment was far beyond what he could afford. Gift was diagnosed with genu varus, a misalignment of her knees, affecting the position of her legs and feet. As she grew older, her legs worsened, and every step became painful. Walking to school was a struggle, and sometimes her friends would run ahead, leaving her behind in tears. “It was heartbreaking to see Gift walking like that,” her father shared. Hope finally came when a friend told him about our medical partner's care center, AIC CURE International Hospital. There, Gift underwent surgery to correct her right leg, and the results brought great relief to her family. She is now back at the hospital for another surgery to correct her left leg, bringing her one step closer to walking without pain and living the life she dreams of. Gift is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on December 5th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Gift's procedure and care. Gift's father shared, “My prayer is that she gets well and has her legs straightened so she can live a normal life. After treatment, I hope she will continue with school and achieve her dreams in the future.”

Win is a 48-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife in a refugee Camp in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. They have lived in the refugee camp since 2011. Win is a homemaker, as he is unable to work due to a leg injury he sustained in 1997 when he was arrested by the Burmese Army and forced to be a porter and laborer for them. While cleaning outside the camp one day, he hit a mine, which injured his leg. Win's wife is a day laborer, but her work is inconsistent, as she only works when employers come to the camp and announce that they need help. Since 2019, Win has had a right inguinal hernia. Currently, he continues to experience pain in his lower abdomen. The pain is worse when he sits up, so he must stay in a supine position. Fortunately, on November 5th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at Mae Sot General Hospital, our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund Win's hernia repair surgery. Aside from the physical symptoms, Win says, “I feel useless. Even if I couldn’t work before I was admitted to the hospital, I could cook and clean and take care of the house. Now I can’t even do that.”

Noh is a 48-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her son, daughter, and son-in-law in Karen State, Burma. Her entire family engages in subsistence farming. They also grow vegetables in a small garden and raise chickens and pigs for their own consumption. Additionally, they go fishing and forage for vegetables in the forest and sell them. Currently, Noh experiences discomfort and pain in her back, and it intensifies when she sits for an extended period. When she walks for a longer period, her back pain increases. This has also affected her appetite. Noh has been diagnosed with kidney stones, and doctors determined she should undergo a procedure called percutaneous nephrolithotomy, which removes kidney stones from the body when they cannot pass on their own. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund this procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place on October 6th and, once completed, it will hopefully improve Noh's quality of life. Noh said, "I want to receive surgery and recover soon. I have been suffering from this condition for a long time. I do not want to continue to suffer anymore. I just want to be a healthy person, to be able to look after myself, work, and spend time with my family."

Enifa is a farmer and mother of four from Malawi. Her husband is a builder. For 30 years, Enifa has been experiencing frequent pains, backache, and swelling since the birth of her first child. She has visited many health facilities without receiving much help and was eventually referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. She has been diagnosed with uterine prolapse. 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 Enifa's surgery. On September 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery, which will enable her to resume her daily activities free of pain. Enifa shared, "Frequent visits to the hospital have drained my cash, and I just want to see myself well through surgery; kindly help me to get better."

Mc Donald is a 25-year-old father of three from Malawi. A small-scale farmer, Mc Donald has recently been unable to tend to his farm after planting due to his illness. His wife, who has been by his side throughout this ordeal, also had to leave their children under the care of their grandmother, further straining family’s situation. Four months ago, Mc Donald began to experience troubling symptoms, including severe, sharp pain in his right inguinal region, causing alarm within his family. He developed breathing difficulties and was rushed to the nearest health facility, which immediately transferred him to the referral hospital via ambulance. Upon arrival, he was diagnosed with bowel perforation and a strangulated right inguinal hernia, where a portion of the small bowel was trapped in the hernia sac. Mc Donald disclosed that he had experienced recurrent swelling and pain episodes in the past but never sought medical attention, as the symptoms would often subside. Unfortunately, he continued engaging in strenuous activities, unknowingly worsening his condition. He underwent a double-barrel ileostomy, a temporary measure to divert stool and mucus drainage, to allow the injured bowel section to heal. Presently, he is now fit for reversal to restore normal bowel function. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,244 to fund Mc Donald's surgery. On August 5th, he will undergo a laparotomy procedure at Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully greatly improve his quality of life. "Hiding my illness has taught me a bitter lesson. I will always report to the hospital when I feel sick," said Mc Donald.

Dawit is a charming three-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He delights in playing with other children, especially enjoying his toy cars. He often immerses himself in imaginative play, pretending to be a skilled driver. As the second child in his family, Dawit brings immense joy to his parents. He shares a close bond with his older sister, who treats him with kindness and affection. Dawit's mother is a devoted housewife, while his father works as a taxi driver using a rented vehicle. Dawit was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and will be at risk of future complications. Dawit's parents first noticed his condition when he was one year old. Initially, his mother hoped the condition would resolve on its own as he grew. However, a concerned neighbor urged her to seek medical attention. After visiting several hospitals, Dawit was finally referred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Center. On July 8th, Dawit will undergo corrective surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Dawit's mother said, "My heartfelt gratitude goes to you for the exceptional service you provided. I am truly thankful to God for this opportunity. You have treated me with the same respect as others, and I bless you all for that. I pray that God grants you the wisdom to care for my child, and I hope that he will grow up healthy and happy."

Etiness is a 47-year-old farmer and doughnut vendor. She is a single mother of two, living in Maonga Village, Ntcheu District. Life has never been easy for Etiness, but she has always managed to provide for her children through hard work and perseverance. She relies on farming and selling Mandasi (doughnuts), earning about $15 monthly. However, with rising prices and the growing cost of living, her income barely covers the necessities. Etiness often says it is by God’s grace that she can feed her children and ensure they have what they need for school Ten years ago, Etiness began to experience troubling symptoms, including a small swelling on her neck. For the past year, Etiness has also suffered from an umbilical hernia. Still, it was only when her sister, Stelia, insisted that she go to the hospital that she realized the severity of her condition. After visiting Nkhoma’s surgical clinic, the doctors confirmed her worst fears. She was diagnosed with a toxic goiter. She needed surgery to treat the goiter before addressing the hernia, and she was started on medication three weeks ago. The goiter has made it difficult for Etiness to eat properly, and she experiences frequent hot flashes, feeling feverish and weak. The doctors assured her that surgery would relieve these symptoms and prevent further complications. It would allow her to eat without pain, restore her strength, and give her the ability to care for her family more effectively. However, the road to recovery is a costly one. Etiness has no financial means to pay for the surgery. Her sister, who has already spent a significant amount of funds on hospital trips, has no more money to offer her. Despite this, Etiness remains hopeful for a brighter future. She is determined to be strong for her children and get the treatment she needs to continue being the loving mother they depend on. The thyroid is the gland located in front of your neck and produces thyroid hormones. These hormones are responsible for functions such as metabolism, growth and other bodily functions. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Etiness receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on March 6th at our medical partner's care center. Surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $491, and she and her family need help raising money. "Thank you for the opportunity to be seen and heard by caring individuals who are in no way related to me, but have a heart to give. This means a lot to us. I believe that with this surgery, I will be able to regain my strength and provide for my children like I always have. I trust that, with God's help, I will overcome this challenge and continue to be the mother they need," said Etiness.

Eh is a six-year-old girl from Thailand. She lives with her parents and her older brother in the village in Mae Ramat District, Tak province, Thailand. Both of her parents are agricultural day laborers. In her free time, Eh loves to watch how to put on makeup on her mother's phone and play with her friends. On June 4th, 2025, Eh was playing with her friends at school. She fell and fractured her right arm. She cannot move her right hand around due to the pain, and she cannot lift it or grab anything with her right hand. She needs assistance from her parents while going to the toilet and putting her shirt on. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Eh will undergo surgery to reset her fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for June 6th and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help Eh to be able to go back to school and use her right hand again without feeling pain. Eh's mother said, "We don't have money for my daughter's surgery. With your help, now we don't need to worry about borrowing money for her surgery."

Sokheng is a 37-year-old man from Cambodia. He lives with his wife, four-year-old daughter, parents-in-law, one sister-in-law, and two brothers-in-law in Phnom Penh. Sokheng’s wife and in-laws work in a garment factory, while his retired parents-in-law stay at home and help care for their granddaughter. During his free time, he enjoys spending time with his family and reading the news. Four years ago, Sokheng had a stroke, resulting in hemiplegia on the right side of his body. This has caused limitations in movement, stiffness, and contractures in his right arm and leg. He currently walks with a stiff gait and struggles to move his right arm freely. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is helping Sokheng receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo a tendon and nerve repair procedure on February 12th which may help him move more easily. Sokheng and his family can contribute $100 but need your support to raise $472 more to fund his procedure and care. Sokheng shared, "I hope I can move my arm and leg more easily so I can play games with my daughter and find a job to help support my family."

Scovia is a small-scale farmer from Uganda and a mom to three children aged 22, 21, and 14. She separated from her husband about ten years ago and provides for her children's care and schooling on her own. She owns a three-room semi-permanent house on her land and farms for a living. For a little over a year, Scovia has been experiencing lower abdominal pains, dizziness, headaches, and other worrisome symptoms. She sought treatment at our medical partner's hospital, where the doctors performed tests to determine she has uterine myomas. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus, in order to prevent her condition from worsening. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $319 to fund Scovia's surgery. On February 4th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at their hospital. Once recovered, Scovia will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Scovia said: "I pray for a successful surgery with a positive outcome. Once given treatment, I hope to resume farming as soon as possible and be able to look after my family."

Odaline is a mother of two from Haiti. She lives with her husband and two school-age sons in a small village outside Port-au-Prince. Odaline has a cardiac condition called severe mitral and aortic regurgitation. Two of the four valves of her heart were damaged as a result of an infection she suffered earlier in life. As a result, her heart cannot adequately pump blood to her body, leaving her weak and short of breath. Odaline will fly to the United States to receive treatment. On December 2nd, she will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons may repair her heart valves or replace them with artificial implants. Another organization is contributing $28000.00 to pay for surgery. Odaline's family also needs help to fund the costs of surgery prep. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of labs, medicines, check-ups, and follow-up appointments. It also supports securing travel documents for the family and travel costs for the social workers from our medical partner, who will accompany Odaline's family overseas. Odaline shared, "My family and I are all praying for everyone who is helping me to have this surgery!"

Antony is a 44-year-old man from Kenya. He is the fifth born in a family of seven children. Antony engages in casual work at construction sites to support himself. Antony was involved in an accident where his leg was hit by the wheels of a truck. He sustained an open fracture and requires surgery. However, Antony is unable to afford the cost of the procedure. Since then, Antony has been in a cast. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner can help. On November 20th, Antony will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. This treatment will help to save Antony's leg and restore functionality. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,048 to fund this procedure. “I am helpless and have been a bother to my siblings. I would appreciate it if you could assist in treating my leg so that I do not lose it. I also would like to get back on my feet and become independent instead of remaining a burden to my family,” said Antony.