Tewodros is an active and sociable two-year-old boy from Ethiopia, who loves watching cartoons and playing football. He has an older sister, and they live in a full household with their parents, aunt, and cousins. Since his father works as a daily laborer and his mother works as a cleaner, he spends most of his day under the care of his aunt. When he was barely a year old, Tewodros's parents noticed he was having difficulty urinating. Worried, they took him to a nearby hospital, where he was diagnosed with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. Tewodros was placed on a two-year surgery waiting list, due to the high number of children needing treatment. The alternative would be a private hospital, but Tewodros's parents could not afford the necessary fees. The family was finally referred to BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). They were overjoyed to finally receive the help they needed. Tewodros is now scheduled for surgery on May 19th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Tewodros's mother says, "I would like to thank BKMCM. I was so worried about my son starting school. We hope the organization continues to grow, and that Tewodros remains healthy."

Lucy is a seven-month-old baby from Bolivia. She lives with her mother and seven siblings. Her mother runs a small shop out of her home to sell snacks and other products, while her father works in agriculture. Lucy was born with a cleft lip and palate, and is scheduled to have surgery in the coming months. She also has a heart condition called patent ductus arteriosus, which causes Lucy's blood to circulate poorly. She experiences a lot of weakness, and she's at risk of heart failure if the issue goes untreated. With three different heart conditions, her doctors plan to first address a hole that exists between two blood vessels next to her heart and then allow her heart to grow before treating her other two conditions. On April 14th, Lucy will undergo heart surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will sew the hole closed so that blood can no longer leak through it. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of her cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Lucy's mother shared, "I'm glad we are here at this hospital; we travelled from far so my little daughter can have her surgery."

Fabian is from Tanzania and the only child under the care of his guardian. His mother passed away when he was six months old, and he shared that he never knew his father. He was raised by his grandmother before moving in with his current guardian about four years ago. Fabian sustained a burn injury to his left-hand during childhood after falling into a fire during an epileptic episode. He does not recall the incident but has lived with the resulting contractures ever since. Due to epilepsy and social challenges, he never attended school and now supports himself through daily labor on farms. The condition causes pain, blistering, and difficulty gripping tools, limiting his ability to work effectively. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Fabian receive treatment. On February 6th, surgeons at their care center will perform contracture release surgery and skin graft to to enable him regain hand function, work without pain, and improve his independence and livelihood. Now, he needs help to fund this $832 procedure. Fabian says, “I cannot hold farming tools for long because my hand hurts and blisters, yet it is the only work I know.”

Grace is a two-year-old girl from Burma. She lives in a refugee camp in Mueang Mae Hong Son District, Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. Ten years ago, her parents moved to the camp to escape the fighting in their village in Burma. Grace lives with her parents, older sister, two aunts, uncle, and her uncle’s wife. Grace’s mother raises pigs and chickens to sell in the camp, and her father is a day laborer. Since birth, Grace has had a hernia granuloma. Currently, Grace’s umbilicus produces bloody discharge every day. While Grace does not experience any pain, her mother’s anxiety grows each passing day. Fortunately, on January 19th, Grace 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 Grace's hernia repair surgery. The procedure will hopefully allow her to live more comfortably. Grace's mother shared, “I worry about what will happen to her if she doesn’t have this issue fixed now. The doctors told us that we needed to go to Chiang Mai for her treatment, which would cost a lot of money. We can't afford that. We don’t know what will happen to her.” Grace’s mom is extremely thankful to the donors for their financial support. She said, “Thank you so much to the donors for helping my child. I want to say so much, but I don’t know what to say. God has finally found a way for my child to receive treatment.”

Kalkidan is a one-year-old girl from Ethiopia. She is a delightful baby girl with a natural curiosity, always eager to explore her surroundings and engage in playful activities with her siblings. As the fourth child in her family, her entrance into the world was marked by a moment of profound distress for her mother; on the day of her birth, Kalkidan's eldest brother was gravely ill and in the ICU. This backdrop of anxiety cast a shadow over her arrival, as her family rallied in hopes of supporting her brother's recovery. Kalkidan lives with her parents and her three siblings, a sister and two brothers, in a rented home. Her mother, a dedicated housewife, manages the household, while her father works as a daily laborer, striving to provide for the family. They often face financial challenges, sometimes prompting her mother to request additional time from the landlord to meet their rent obligations. At one point, their economic struggles led to a separation that lasted for some time as they struggled to feed their children. Their journey to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM), has sparked excitement, as there is a glimmer of hope for medical intervention for Kalkidan's condition. Kalkidan was born with an anorectal malformation, a condition that leads to a complete or partial intestinal blockage. She needs to undergo a series of procedures to eliminate bowel dysfunction. Kalkidan is scheduled to undergo surgery to correct her condition on December 16th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of Kalkidan's procedure and care. After her recovery, Kalkidan will no longer experience bowel dysfunction or be at risk of developing health complications in the future. Kalkidan's mother expressed her heartfelt gratitude, stating, "I am profoundly thankful for this invaluable service and the divine support that is about to make it possible for my daughter to undergo her surgery and treatment. May God bless each one of you."

Roth is 32 years old and lives with his parents in Kampong Speu province, Cambodia. His four siblings have all married and moved out of the family home. Roth helps his parents in the rice fields. In his free time, Roth likes exercising and checking his social media. One year ago, Roth began experiencing pain in his right hip, which has made it difficult for him to walk and to go about his daily activities. The condition appeared to develop naturally, without trauma or accident. He had previously undergone a total hip arthroplasty on his left hip in 2012 at our medical partner's care center, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC). Roth decided to travel back to CSC for treatment on his right hip. On November 10th, Roth will undergo a hip replacement procedure. His family can contribute $100, but needs help to raise $1,400 more to fund his procedure and care. After his surgery, Roth should be able to walk without pain and return to work. Roth said: “I hope that I will be able to walk easily and no longer have hip pain, so I can help my parents in the fields again.”

Elian is a three-year-old cheerful and curious boy from Colombia. From a very young age, Elian has shown a deep admiration for the work of police officers, and he enthusiastically states that one day he would like to be one. He also has a great fascination with horses, which adds a special touch to his world of dreams. Elian was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remain undescended. If left untreated, Elian has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Elian is receiving treatment assistance from our medical partner, Clinica Noel. He is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on October 21st to treat his condition, allowing him a healthier life. Clinica Noel is requesting $1,167 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Elian's mother says, “To anyone contributing their resources for my son's surgery, I would like to say that your support represents much more than financial aid: it is an act of love, a spark of hope that transforms lives. Thanks to your generosity, Elian will be able to grow up healthy, pursue his dreams, and continue to bring smiles to others, with his hope intact for a future full of possibilities."

Chala is a 16-year-old young man from Ethiopia. He comes from a family of 7, with a hardworking father, and his mother who takes care of their home. Six years ago, Chala started experiencing troubling symptoms including pain, swelling, bone issues and drainage. The painful condition has kept him from attending school and in engaging in physical activities, and his family struggles to afford his medical care. Despite his health challenges, Chala holds onto hope. He dreams of getting back to school so he can help his family and community. Following a review at our medical partner's care center, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, Chala was diagnosed with chronic osteomyelitis in his right leg, a persistent bone infection. Doctors have recommended that he undergo a sequestrectomy, a surgical procedure involving the removal of fragments of infected, dead bone or tissue. If not treated, it can lead to recurrent infections that may result in life-threatening complications. Fortunately, on September 10th, Chalo will undergo repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. His family is requesting $900 to fund the surgery, which once completed, will alleviate his symptoms and prevent serious long-term complications. Chala says: "I hope that the surgery will help me move around better, and improve my health so that I can continue with my studies and support my family"

Nebrida is 40 years old and a farmer from Malawi. She is married and has three children aged 17, 15, and 12. Together with her husband, they rely heavily on farm produce. However, this year, they faced challenges due to poor rainfall. In 2007, Nebrida began to experience troubling symptoms, including a neck swelling that grew bigger by the day and was associated with neck heaviness, breathlessness, and an inability to carry heavy items on her head. Despite many hospital visits, nothing much was done, causing her to stay home and endure the pain. Last month, she learnt about our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, and decided to seek treatment. She was diagnosed with a goiter, which is an abnormal swelling of the thyroid gland. 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 Nebrida receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on August 16th, where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $1,015, and she and her family need help raising money. Nebrida said, "I wish I could get better and do my daily activities again."

Htoo is a 32-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife, two sons, and a daughter in Karen State. He is an agricultural day laborer, and sometimes forages for vegetables in the forest. His eldest son goes to school, while the other two are too young to be enrolled at school, so his wife looks after their children at home. They also raise some chickens and pigs. In his free time, he likes to play with his children. On July 6th, 2025, Htoo fell from a fruit tree, broke his wrists, and dislocated his elbows. He is in pain and unable to move his hands. Htoo needs help with his daily tasks as his mobility is limited. His family is stressed about his condition. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Htoo will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for July 8th and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help relieve the pain and restore his mobility. Htoo's wife said, “He is the only one who works and supports our whole family. When he got hurt, we didn't know what to do. I hope that he will get better and then able to work again.”