Alickanjelo is a small-scale farmer from Malawi. He is married and has four daughters. He supplements his farming income through taking on casual jobs, while his wife also contributes by molding and selling stoves. However, his current condition has significantly affected his ability to work, reducing his income and straining the family’s financial stability. One year ago, Alickanjelo was diagnosed with a right inguinal hernia. Initially, he sought traditional treatment on the advice of friends, but the problem persisted and worsened over time. Six months later, he visited a nearby hospital, where he was only given painkillers that offered no relief. As the swelling grew, the pain and discomfort began interfering with his concentration and daily work. After consulting one of his employers, he was referred back to the hospital, where the diagnosis was confirmed. Alickanjelo was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, for treatment. Fortunately, on November 11th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $575 to fund Alickanjelo's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Alickanjelo said, "What is happening to me is very strange; it has brought fear to my life, and I have never heard about this. It threatens me so much during the swelling episodes. Your support will go a long way in bringing me hope."

Angella is 46 years old and a single mother of two from Malawi. She sells jewelry and used to earn about $288.50 per month when she was in good health. However, her illness has significantly affected her business due to frequent hospital visits, which have drained her income. For two years, Angella has been experiencing severe pain on the left side of her abdomen, where a swelling had developed, accompanied by a backache. She promptly visited the hospital, where she was given painkillers. As time went by, the pain resurfaced, prompting more hospital visits. She has been diagnosed with uterine fibroids and 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 Angella's surgery. On October 7th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Angella will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Angella shared, "I wish I could have peace of mind through surgery to get rid of pains, backache, and anemia."

Ah is a 25-year-old man from Burma. He and his wife are agricultural day labourers in Thailand. In his free time, Ah likes fishing, watching videos, and listening to music on his phone. On July 30th, 2025, Ah was on his motorcycle and hit a rock on the side of the road, causing him to lose control of his motorcycle. Ah fell and broke his right femur. He cannot move his right leg and is unable to walk without the support of crutches. Due to the pain, he has difficulty sleeping at night. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Ah will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for August 14th and will cost $1,500. Ah will be able to walk, live pain-free, and return to work. Ah said, “I do not have any other means of earning an income if I cannot work so, I feel like a burden. I was worried that I would never walk again as I do not have money to pay for my surgery. Knowing that you will cover my treatment cost, I feel so relieved.”

Misgun is a 12-year-old boy from Eritrea who loves playing football and drawing, especially pictures of saints. As his mother's first child, he brings immense joy to her life. He also has a younger sister - a toddler - with whom he enjoys playing volleyball. The bond between them is strong and full of joy! In 2017, Misgun and his mother fled their home country in search of safety and arrived at a refugee camp in Ethiopia. However, when conflict broke out in Northern Ethiopia, the camp became unsafe, prompting them to relocate to Addis Ababa with the help of friends. Along the way, they faced significant hardships but eventually reunited with family and began rebuilding their lives in the city, where Misgun's mother later gave birth to her second child. Life in Addis Ababa has been filled with challenges. Misgun's mother is a single mom living in a small studio in the city with her two children and cousin. She used to work as a domestic helper, but due to high blood pressure and recurring fainting episodes, she had to stop. Her cousin, who has also struggled to find work, has no steady income. Language barriers make it difficult to find work, and the family's survival has largely depended on the kindness and support of others and extended family members being able to occasionally send small amounts of money to help cover rent and basic needs. Misgun now attends a government school, where his education, school supplies, uniform, and meals are covered through a public feeding program for elementary students. Misgun 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. Fortunately, Misgun is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on June 24th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Misgun's mother said, "I believe he will finally receive the surgery, and this chapter of our struggle will pass. I pray he will be able to live without shame."

Nan Lae is a 15-year-old girl from Burma. She lives with her parents, her two younger siblings in Karen State, Burma. Her father is a rice farmer, and her mother is a homemaker. She had to stop studying after the fourth grade due to her family’s financial difficulties. The family earns money from harvesting and selling rice, and their income is just enough to cover their daily expenses. In 2023, Lae noticed swelling in her gums. She visited the local clinic with her mother, where the medic removed a mass in her gums. The swelling disappeared, but after a year, the mass returned. Lae continues to experience swelling around her gums and difficulty opening her mouth. She can only chew on her left side because her right side is swollen. Nan Lae sought treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. She is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on November 12th, and needs help to raise $1,500 to cover the cost of her procedure and care. Lae shared, “I cannot eat; sometimes I have to avoid chewing hard food.” Her mother added, “I want her to recover from this as soon as possible. She has already suffered for two years.”

Jennylyn is 42 years old and lives in the Philippines. She previously worked as a collector for a lending company. However, due to the severity of her health condition, she was forced to leave her job. With her husband, Jennylyn suffered two miscarriages. They have been separated for over three years. She currently resides with her sister and brother-in-law, who support Jennylyn's daily needs and medical requirements. Jennylyn's medical history reveals that she began experiencing persistent lower abdominal pain and abnormal bleeding starting in 2015. This bleeding episode lasted for over three months, prompting her to seek medical attention. Further complications led her to undergo a dilation and curettage procedure last year. Her bleeding and abdominal pain recurred, so she was forced to seek medical attention again, where she was diagnosed with an ovarian growth, abnormal uterine bleeding, and an endometrial polyp. Jennylyn came to our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital, where she is scheduled to undergo a hysterectomy on April 25th. Now, Jennylyn needs your help to raise $1,391 for her procedure and care. This surgery will help her to live a healthy life and be able to be independent once again. Despite the financial challenges, Jennylyn remains hopeful and shared, "I am deeply grateful for the support extended by donors for my surgery."

Htet is a 17-month-old baby boy from Burma. He lives with his mother and father in Karen State where his father is a taxi driver while his mother is a home maker. His parent's combined income is often not enough to cover their daily expenses, so sometimes they borrow money from their relatives. Htet underwent a colostomy, a procedure that creates an opening in the colon that lets stools pass from the body without going through the regular way. This surgery is often performed to bypass bowel malformations, but is usually temporary and may need a reversal. In Htet's case, his colostomy requires reversal in order to restore bowel function and prevent future complications. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of a reverse colostomy for Htet. The surgery is scheduled to take place on September 9th and once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Htet’s mother said, “Your help means a lot to our family. We have been struggling to afford food, and it is hard to save any money. Fewer people are coming to Myawaddy now, so my husband has fewer taxi customers, which means we earn less income. If there are words that mean more than thank you, I would tell them many times.”

Ten-year-old Andrew is a student from Colombia. He dreams of becoming a great entrepreneur one day. Andrew's favorite food is rice with chicken and maduro, a dish that always brightens his day. Besides studying, he loves to play and to spend time with his friends, enjoying the little moments that make life special. Since birth, Andrew has had an umbilical hernia, a condition in which the intestine protrudes through the abdominal muscles at the belly button. The condition has been causing him pain, especially during any form of physical exertion. Fortunately, our medical partner, Clínica Noel, can help Andrew access the care that he needs. On June 24th, Andrew will undergo an umbilical herniorrhaphy at Clínica Noel, which should enable him to live a far more comfortable life. Now, Andrew and his family need your help to raise the $786 needed to fund his treatment. Andrew's parents said: "What we wish most is for our son to fully recover from this condition. We are confident that following treatment, he will be able to resume his daily activities more comfortably, play with peace of mind, and attend school without discomfort or pain. His well-being is our top priority."

Angel is an affectionate two-year-old boy who lives with his parents in Medellin, Colombia. Angel is a very active child who likes to play with his pet kitten. He likes to go to the parks and enjoys eating cake. Angel was born with orchidopexy, or unilateral undescended testicle, which has caused a lot of pain and carries ongoing risk. If left untreated, he may experience other health complications as he grows older. Fortunately, our medical partner, Clínica Noel, can help. Angel will undergo corrective surgery on April 4th and he needs help in raising $1,167 to fund his procedure and care. Angel's parents shared, "We are looking forward to the surgery so that our son can get back to being a playful young boy. We are very appreciative for all the help and support we have received for Angel."

Puthireak is a five-year-old boy and a first-grader from Cambodia. He is the middle child in his family. His father works as an air conditioning technician, while his mother stays at home to care for the family. Puthireak dreams of becoming an air conditioning technician, just like his father when he grows up. At home, he loves eating chicken burgers and enjoys playing with his friends in the village. A year ago, Puthireak fell from his bed onto the cement floor and fractured his right arm. He was treated at a hospital in Phnom Penh, where doctors applied a cast. However, he still experiences pain and weakness in his right arm, so he relies on his left hand for writing and eating. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On February 13th, Puthireak will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will cost $483. This procedure will help him use his arm and hand easily again. Puthireak's father shared, "I hope he can use his right arm again and be more comfortable at school."

Na is a 56-year-old homemaker from Cambodia. She has five children and six grandchildren. She lives with her husband, 17-year-old daughter, and one granddaughter in Takeo Province. Her husband works in construction, while her daughter and granddaughter are in school. In her free time, Na enjoys listening to monks pray and taking care of the home. One month ago, while walking on a wet cement road, Na tripped, injuring her left arm. Her arm is swollen and red; her left elbow flexion is limited, which makes it difficult for her to use her hand. Although she is in pain, she has not sought any treatment and only takes medication from a nearby pharmacy to manage it. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On February 4th, Na will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will stabilize the fracture and promote proper healing, reducing pain and improving mobility. She and her family are able to contribute $75 towards the cost of her treatment and need help raising $408 more to fund the procedure. Na shared: "I hope to use my hand easily again so I can take care of my granddaughter at home."

Valeria is a bright and delightful seven-year-old who lives in Antioquia with her mother and grandparents. Valeria's mother is the sole provider for their family, working hard to make ends meet. Despite the challenges, Valeria lights up any room with her sweet personality. She loves to skate, enjoy walks in the park, and her absolute favorite meal is spaghetti. Valeria has a condition called umbilical hernia, where the intestine protrudes through the abdominal muscles at the belly button. Her mother brought her to our medical partner's care center, Clinica Noel and upon review, surgery was recommended. Unfortunately, Valeria's mother is unable to raise the required treatment funds. Our medical partner, Clinica Noel, is helping Valeria receive treatment. On March 6th, she will undergo a hernia repair surgery that will greatly improve her daily life and help ease the discomfort she feels. Now, Valeria's family needs help to fund this $786 procedure. Valeria's mother shares: "To all those kind-hearted individuals supporting my daughter, we cannot thank you enough. Our children are the future of the society."