Thoon is a 13-year-old girl from Burma. She lives with her parents in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. They are originally from Karen State, Burma. They moved to Thailand in search of better job opportunities. Her parents are agricultural day laborers. In her free time, she loves to play with her friends or watch movies on her mother's phone. On July 9th, 2026, Thoon and her friends got into a motorbike accident. An X-ray showed that she fractured her left leg and jaw. She cannot walk and is in pain. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Thoon will undergo surgery to reset her fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for July 15th. After surgery, Thoon will be able to walk again, look after herself, and help with household chores. Her family needs help raising $1,500 to help fund the cost of her procedure and care. Thoon's mother said, "We are unable to borrow money for her surgery. Thank you for helping my daughter."

Kelvin is a lively five-year-old boy who lives in Kenya with his parents and older sibling. His father is a motorcycle taxi driver, and his mother is a farmer. He is an active boy who enjoys playing football. At home, he is very helpful and often assists his family with chores, including working on the farm. Kelvin was born with a significant misalignment in his right foot. This condition has affected his ability to stand upright and to walk with ease. Kelvin was also born with a heart condition, which took priority in terms of treatment. Thankfully, this condition was successfully treated, and Kelvin's family can now focus on treatment for his mobility issues. Kelvin has already received conservative treatments at several hospitals, but unfortunately, there has been no significant improvement in his condition. Thus, his parents decided to visit the CURE Mobile Clinic in Meru, where they were referred to our partner's medical care center, AIC CURE International Hospital. After a thorough assessment, Kelvin was scheduled for right tibia hemimelia reconstruction surgery. This surgery is expected to greatly improve his life, allowing him to stand upright, walk properly, and enjoy childhood like other children his age. Kelvin will undergo surgery on April 29th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Kelvin's procedure and care. Kelvin's mother shared, “I am praying that he receives treatment, recovers quickly, and can join school like other children."

James is a 13-year-old boy from Kenya. When our medical partner met James's mother, worry etched across her face as she struggled to hold back tears while sharing their experience. Born in 2012, James had a wonderful childhood. However, in 2021, something happened that changed James's life completely as they knew it. Towards the end of September, James started experiencing excruciating stomach pain. His condition was so bad, such that James was unable to sleep, and would throw up whenever he ate. His parents took him to a nearby hospital for medical assistance. No diagnosis was made; instead, they were sent back home with a prescription for painkillers and antibiotics. They left the hospital, hopeful that their son would recover. True enough, James got better, and soon enough, they forgot their worries. A few months later, however, the pain was back, and this time, worse than before. James's parents took him to hospital, only to be sent back home with painkillers again, but with no diagnosis. At this point, James was losing weight as well, and throwing up whenever he ate. With the help of the medication given, he got better, and an improvement in his feeding pattern was noted. This was, however, short-lived. Within a few months, the pain recurred. It's been a difficult three years for James, until his family decided to seek care at our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Kijabe Hospital (BKKH), in September 2025. At the hospital, doctors found James to be malnourished, and he was placed on nutritional care so he could be strong enough to handle treatment. He was in hospital for a month before a laparotomy surgery was scheduled. The successful surgery that followed restored hope back into the lives of his family. Presently, James is scheduled for a follow up colostomy closure surgery to restore bowel function and prevent future complications. After a long journey of James's treatment, his family is unable to raise funds for his upcoming treatment. James's father works informal jobs to sustain the family, while his mother takes care of the family. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,020 to cover the cost of a colostomy closure for James. The surgery is scheduled to take place on March 11th and, once completed, will hopefully allow him to live a healthier life. James's mother says, "My son is going through so much pain, seeing him like that breaks my heart. As his mother, I wish I could take the burden of pain off his body. However, I am hopeful that with your help, this condition will be a thing of the past very soon."

Htee is a 51-year-old man from Burma who currently lives in a refugee camp in Tak Province, Thailand. He lives with his wife, their three children, and his brother-in-law’s family. The family moved to the camp in September 2024 so that Htee could seek medical treatment in Thailand. His wife and brother-in-law work as agricultural day laborers, while Htee is unable to work due to his health condition. In June 2021, Htee began experiencing troubling symptoms. Doctors diagnosed him with urinary tract stones and prescribed oral medication, which helped improve his condition for a period of time. In August 2024, Htee's symptoms worsened. After several consultations and tests, doctors diagnosed him with a prostate urethral stone and recommended shockwave lithotripsy, a procedure that uses high-energy shock waves directed via X-ray or ultrasound to shatter kidney stones. Htee is scheduled to undergo treatment on February 2nd. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund this procedure. With treatment, Htee hopes to recover and regain his ability to support his family. “I feel helpless and unable to support my family,” said Htee. “My wife has to be the breadwinner in this family, which makes me very sad. We are struggling financially, and I can’t even send my children to school. I am grateful for the support with my treatment and hope to be free from this suffering.”

Jennifer is 34 years old and a mother of three from Romblon, Philippines. She makes and sells rice cakes in town. When she gave birth to her youngest child in 2015, Jennifer noticed a lump in her breast. Since then, the lump has been growing, worrying her. She is in pain, which she manages with painkillers. She has been unable to seek care, as she knows she cannot afford it. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. On January 28th, Jennifer will undergo surgery to remove the mass. This procedure should address her symptoms and allow her to live more comfortably. She needs help to raise $1,416 to fund her treatment. Jennifer shared, "I am very thankful that I can finally be treated for the lumps in my breast. Thank you so much to everyone for your help."

32-year-old Lornah lives with her husband and three young children on a quiet hillside in Kenya. Her days are usually simple, tending to a few potato rows and mango trees with her husband, caring for her children, and managing the little they have with gratitude. Even though life is often difficult, she has always been known for her determination and deep love for her family. Lornah is now in the third trimester of her fourth pregnancy, but she continues to do as much as she can to care for her family. Two weeks ago, the children had gone without a proper meal, and the house was nearly empty of food. Her husband had gone to look for casual work. Out of necessity, Lornah decided to gather mangoes to sell, as has happened before. Lornah had climbed the same tree many times before, but that day would change everything. As she held onto the branches carefully, she accidentally stepped on a dry branch that looked firm. It suddenly snapped. She lost her balance before she could steady herself, and in an instant, she fell. The pain was sharp, and she could not stand. More than anything, she feared for her unborn baby. Neighbors rushed to her aid and took her to the nearest health facility. There, she received first aid and was stabilized, before being referred to the hospital for further management. When she arrived, the pain was intense. She was given medication and sent for an X-ray. The results showed a pelvic ring fracture, that has since confined her to bed. She also had an olecranon fracture on her elbow. Thankfully, the unborn baby was unharmed and has continued to be well, something Lornah is grateful for. Lorna underwent a surgical repair of the elbow fracture, and although it was partially aligned, further imaging revealed that it was comminuted, broken into several pieces, making a second surgery necessary. This time, Lornah would need an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF) procedure to fix the bone properly. Her pelvic injury requires long periods of bed rest, meaning Lornah cannot sit, walk, or take care of herself without assistance. Her husband now moves between the fields, the house, and the hospital, trying to manage everything at once. Their three young children are being cared for by their father, and they keep asking when Mama will come home. Now, facing a second surgery, Lornah has another challenge: her medical cover won't support a second procedure, and her family simply cannot afford the cost. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Lornah receive treatment. On December 9th, she will undergo a fracture repair procedure at AIC Kapsowar Hospital. This treatment will help her recover and return home in time to welcome her new baby. Now Lornah's family needs help to fund this $1,014 procedure. Lonah says: "I thank God that me and my unborn child survived the fall. I am looking forward to a day when I will be on my feet. I hope I get better before the baby is born. Please support my treatment."

Jane is a five-year-old, jovial, and active girl from Kenya. She is the youngest among three children. Her mother is a vendor who operates a small kiosk selling vegetables, while her father works as a laborer at construction sites whenever work is available. Jane was born with bowlegs and requires surgery on her right leg, which has become severely misaligned. Currently, Jane experiences pain, especially during cold seasons. She cannot walk long distances and walks with discomfort. Jane is scheduled to undergo this surgery on November 20th to correct this condition and improve her quality of life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,224 to cover the cost of Jane's procedure and care. Jane's mother shared, "I am looking forward to seeing her receive treatment and walk. My greatest joy will be to see her walking confidently like other children and going to school."