Aung is a 42-year-old man from Burma. He lives by himself in a refugee camp in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. He is unemployed, and the community provides him with free accommodation, food, and basic healthcare, as he has no relatives to look after him. Sometimes he weeds by hand in someone’s yard for some money. Aung underwent a colostomy, in which the end of the colon is brought through an opening in the abdominal wall. This surgery is often performed to bypass bowel malformations, but colostomies are usually temporary and may call for reversal. In Aung's case, his colostomy requires reversal to restore bowel function and prevent future complications. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of a reverse colostomy for Aung. The surgery is scheduled to take place on November 11th and, once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Aung said, “When the doctor talked about the treatment cost, I felt sad, and I decided not to undergo the treatment since I have nothing, and I cannot afford it. But when I know that BCMF and donors are going to support my treatment, I feel happy. When I recover, I am going to find a job and earn money to support myself.”

Htet is an 18-year-old boy from Burma. He is a student and lives with his mother who is a homemaker. His father is an agricultural day laborer in Karen State, Burma. Htet has a heart condition that requires replacement of two heart valves (aortic and mitral) and repair of the tricuspid valve. These valves control the blood flow between the chambers of the heart and are necessary to prevent long-term damage to the heart and lungs. Htet is experiencing a rapid heartbeat and difficulty breathing. He cannot walk long distances or he becomes fatigued. He has little appetite, and he is losing weight. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 for this complex surgery. The treatment is scheduled to take place at our medical partner's care center, Kasemrad Prachachuen Hospital, on October 10th and, once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and have a more active and healthy life ahead. Htet said, “I am very thankful to all the donors and BCMF for covering my treatment. Without the help of BCMF, I might have died because we couldn't afford the cost of my treatment. When I recover fully, I want to find a job to support my family.”

Sha is a 67-year-old woman from Burma. She lives in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand, with her daughter, son-in-law, and grandchild. Originally from Bago Division, Burma, she fled to the camp in 2008 after her husband passed away and armed conflict made it unsafe to stay in her village. She is a homemaker, and her daughter and son-in-law work as day laborers in a nearby village. Sha stays at home and cares for her grandchild. Sha has poor vision in both eyes and experiences discharge. This makes it difficult for her to move around the house and care for her grandchild. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund lens replacement surgery for Sha. On September 9th, doctors will perform a lens replacement, during which they will remove Sha's natural lenses and replace them with an intraocular lens implant in each eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $1,500 procedure. Sha said, “Now, my vision is getting worse, and I can’t see properly. I would love to see clearly again after the operation.”

Naw is a 39-year-old woman from Burma. She lives in the dormitory together with other students in one of the migrant schools in Tak Province, Thailand. She applied to be a teacher at the school for this school year. In March 2025, Naw started to experience frequent urination and low back pain, causing her to struggle to sit for long periods. She also feels stressed about both her condition and the cost of treatment. She has been diagnosed with multiple myomas and was advised to undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy, the surgical removal of her uterus and cervix. If left untreated, Naw's symptoms will continue to worsen and put her at risk for further health complications in the future. Fortunately, Naw is scheduled to undergo her hysterectomy on June 6th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. Once recovered, she should be able to live more comfortably. Naw expressed her gratitude, saying, “Thank you to the donors and BCMF for helping to cover my surgery costs. I plan to be a teacher after I am fully recovered, as teaching is my favorite thing to do.”

Zaw is a 13-year-old student from Burma. He lives in Karen State, Burma, with his grandparents, father, and brother. Zaw’s father used to work in Bangkok, Thailand, but returned to Burma in early 2025 to help look after Zaw. His mother works as a domestic worker in Bangkok and sends money to Zaw’s grandparents every month to cover their daily expenses and pay for basic health care. Zaw’s grandparents are retired and look after him and his brother. Zaw enjoys playing cane ball and football in his free time. Zaw was diagnosed with a heart condition that requires valve replacement. Heart valves control the flow of blood between chambers, but certain conditions may narrow the heart valve or cause the blood to flow backward. Normal valve function is necessary to prevent long-term damage to the heart and lungs. Currently, Zaw sometimes has a rapid heartbeat, and he experiences some fatigue when he plays and walks longer distances. He also needs to take medication regularly. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund a heart valve replacement for Zaw. The treatment is scheduled to take place on July 11th and, once completed, will allow him to live more comfortably. Zaw's father said, “When I learned that he could get surgery in Bangkok, I felt hopeless because we don’t have money. Our family’s income is just enough to cover our family expenses. Thank you so much for your support for him and my family.” And Zaw shared, “I want to play football again once I have fully recovered, and I want to become an engineer when I grow up.”

Rosalia is a 71-year-old widow from the Philippines. She lives with her granddaughter, while her only daughter works to support their household. Rosalia has a passion for gardening, cultivating vegetables to ensure a steady supply of food. In January, Rosalia discovered a lump in her right breast. She sought medical attention at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital, where she was diagnosed with cancer of the right breast. She needs to undergo a mastectomy to prevent the cancer from metastasizing. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Rosalia receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a mastectomy on June 9th. A portion of the cost of her treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising $990 to cover the remaining cost. After treatment, Rosalia will hopefully return to a cancer-free life. Rosalia said: "This assistance will greatly help me and my daughter lessen our financial load. Thank you to everyone who is there for us in this difficult time."

Nyi is a 16-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his parents, older brother, and two younger brothers in Mon State, Burma. Nyi finished sixth grade but discontinued his education, hoping to find a job. His mother is a homemaker, and his father works as a cargo carrier. In his free time, Nyi enjoys repairing things like electronic devices for fun. Nyi was diagnosed with a heart condition that requires valve replacement. Heart valves control the flow of blood between chambers, but certain conditions may narrow the heart valve or cause the blood to flow backward. Normal valve function is necessary to prevent long-term damage to the heart and lungs. Currently, Nyi still suffers from tiredness and breathlessness on exertion. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund a heart valve replacement for Nyi. The treatment is scheduled to take place on May 10th. After his recovery, he should be able to live more comfortably. Nyi said, “After my full recovery, I want to find work so I can help my family." Nyi’s mother added, “Thank you so much to BCMF and the donors for helping with my son’s treatment costs.”

Nay is a two-year-old boy from Burma living with his parents in Tak Province, Thailand. When he was one year old, his family moved to Bago Division, Burma, to live with his grandparents. However, in October 2024, they returned to Mae Sot District after armed conflict between an ethnic group and the Burmese military destroyed their home. Since then, Nay’s mother has stayed home to care for him after he began experiencing health concerns. His father works as a day laborer at construction sites. Nay loves playing with his toys, spending time with his mother and aunt, and watching videos on his mother’s phone. In April 2024, Nay began crying frequently, and his mother noticed occasional swelling in his groin area. She brought him to a local clinic, where he was given pain medication and told that the swelling might require surgery, though a clear diagnosis was not provided. His symptoms continued, and he now experiences swelling and pain in his groin, vomiting after meals, and general fatigue. Fortunately, Nay was seen by the doctors at our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital. On April 11th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund his surgery. After treatment, Nay is expected to experience relief from pain and be able to play and grow in comfort. Nay’s mother shared, “As I am not working, my husband is the only breadwinner, and his work is irregular. I have been very stressed as we are facing financial difficulties, and I am worried about my son’s recovery process.” She also expressed her gratitude, adding, “Thank you to your organization and all donors for supporting my son’s treatment cost. May God bless you all."

Dolika is 53 years old and a mother of five from Malawi. She and her husband are farmers. She likes singing in church and enjoys eating nsima, a rice porridge, served with fresh fish. Since 2000, Dolika has been experiencing bleeding, abdominal pains, and weakness. In December 2024, her condition worsened affecting her ability to perform her daily tasks and interact with others in her community. She was diagnosed with multiple fibroids and recommended for surgery. Dolika needs a total abdominal hysterectomy (TAH), a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Dolika's surgery scheduled for March 7th. Once recovered, Dolika will be able to resume her daily activities without pain and discomfort. Dolika said, "I believe I have come to the right place. I have traveled all the way from Ntcheu to receive help. I have tried and failed to pay for my surgery, kindly help me to have my peace of mind back."

Paris is 51 years old and a widowed father of three from the Philippines. He works as a tricycle driver and takes on electrical work as a side job to supplement his income and provide for his family. With the support of his siblings and relatives, he is able to send all his three children to school. During his free time, Paris plays billiards and loves watching TV with his children. Early last year, Paris was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia. He had a swelling on his stomach, felt pain, and could sense the movement of his intestines. In January 2025, Paris sought medical treatment at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. On February 8th, Paris will undergo hernia repair surgery that will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. A portion of the cost of Paris's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, is raising the remaining $1,103 to cover the cost of his surgery and care. Paris shared, "A free surgery would be a tremendous help to me, as it would alleviate the financial burden of the procedure. This would allow me to use the money for my family’s basic needs, particularly food and educational expenses. So I am truly grateful for all the people who will make this surgery possible for me."

Naw Shee is a 24-year-old from Burma. She lives with her husband, her two sons, younger sister, and two nieces in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. She is from Karen State, Burma, and fled to the refugee camp with her family in March 2022 due to an airstrike in her village. All of her nieces, her children, and her little sister go to school in the refugee camp. Naw Shee’s husband works as a day laborer outside of the camp while Naw Shee works as a pre-school teacher in the camp. Every month they receive a cash card from the aid agency that works in the camp and they receive free basic healthcare in the camp. In her free time, she loves to make traditional Karen clothes for her family. Naw Shee is pregnant and doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of complications from her previous pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Naw Shee undergo a c-section on January 10th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Naw Shee needs your support. Naw Shee shared, "In the future, I will go back to work to continue teaching the children after my maternity leave because I love my teaching job. Thank you to all the donors for your support toward my surgery costs.”

Nadege is a 40-year-old mother of two from Haiti. She lives in Port-au-Prince with her husband and two young daughters. She enjoys caring for her children and attending church. Nadege has a cardiac condition called rheumatic mitral and aortic regurgitation. Two of the valves in Nadege's heart are severely damaged as the result of an infection she suffered earlier in her life. As a result, blood cannot pump normally through her body, leaving her weak and short of breath. Nadege will be traveling to the United States to receive treatment. On December 10th, she will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons will implant artificial valves to replace the damaged valves in her heart. Another organization, Baylor Scott and White Heart Hospital, will contribute $28,000 to pay for surgery. Nadege's family also needs help funding the costs of surgery prep. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover labs, medicines, check-ups, and follow-up appointments. The funds also supports securing travel documents for the family and travel costs for the social worker from our medical partner, who will accompany Nadege's family overseas. Nadege says: "My family and I are very grateful that I can have this chance to be healthy again!"