Ei is a 24-year-old woman from Burma. Ei lives with her husband, young brother, sister-in-law, and 1-year-old niece. Ei owns a shop and sells dry foods, snacks, and juice with her sister-in-law. Her husband and younger brother work as motorcycle taxi drivers. Ei’s family’s combined monthly income is just enough to meet their basic needs. They have limited access to healthcare and purchase medication from a local shop whenever they are sick. In December 2025, Ei experienced intense pain from a mass on her leg. She has difficulty walking and has noticed her condition is worsening. Ei traveled to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital, to receive care, and on May 7th, surgeons will remove the mass. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund Ei's procedure and provide her relief from the impact of the mass and prevent other health complications. Ei said, “I felt really stressed when the cold weather came, and felt uncomfortable because I couldn’t walk as other people do. I’ve changed my mind and gathered the strength for my surgery, and I want to walk normally without the pain. I am happy to receive the support from BCMF and the donors for my surgery.”

Reaksa is a hardworking barber from Takeo province, Cambodia. He lives with his parents and his sister, who works in a garment factory. His father is a truck driver, and his mother also works in a garment factory. In his free time, Reaksa enjoys listening to music and helping his parents with daily tasks around the home. In 2016, Reaksa fell down the stairs at his home, injuring his hip. Since then, he has suffered from ankylosis of the hip with severe flexion deformity, which makes it difficult for him to walk, sit, and maintain a normal posture. He also experiences back pain when sitting for long periods. After the accident, he was treated at a government hospital with medication, but his condition did not improve. He was referred to our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre (CSC), where doctors treated him with a cast. It initially relieved his pain and allowed him to walk without support. However, over time, his posture gradually worsened, and the hip deformity became more noticeable. On March 16th, Reaksa will undergo an uncemented hip replacement procedure on his left hip. Reaksa can contribute $100 for his treatment, and needs help to raise an additional $1,400 to cover surgery, a special prosthesis, medications, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. Reaksa shared, “My hip still makes it hard to sit and walk properly, and I worry about my posture getting worse. I hope the treatment at CSC will help me move more comfortably and live without pain.”

Ny is 54 years old and a fruit seller from Banteay Meanchey Province from Cambodia. She is married and has one son, two daughters, and one grandson. She currently lives with her husband, who works as a construction laborer. In her free time, Ny enjoys listening to the news on the radio and listening to monks' sermons. Ny is diabetic, which has affected her vision. She was diagnosed with retinal detachment on her right eye. She has been experiencing constant tearing and blurred vision, which makes it difficult for her to see clearly and affects her ability to sell fruit properly. Because of her poor vision, she also finds it difficult to travel far places. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Ny learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for eight hours seeking treatment. On February 26th, eye surgeons will perform a retinal detachment repair procedure in her right eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Her family can contribute $50, but needs hep raising $656 more to fund her procedure and care. Ny said, "She hopes that after surgery, her vision will improve, the tearing will stop, and her vision will not deteriorate any further. She wishes to return to selling fruit and move around independently as before."

Surafel is 20 months old and a cheerful little boy from Ethiopia. He loves playing with his brother and watching animated shows. His father works as a security guard, while his mother is a homemaker who occasionally takes on domestic work to earn extra income. After Surafel was born, he experienced several health problems, which placed a significant financial burden on the family. His mother had to borrow money from neighbors to cover medical expenses and is still working to repay it. One year ago, Surafel was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remain undescended. If left untreated, Surafel has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Surafel will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on January 15. AMHF is requesting $1,073 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Surafel's mother said, "I pray that my child comes through the surgery safely. I am incredibly grateful for all the support you've given me. With God's grace, I will take home a healthy child, and may God bless you all."

Danae is a two-month-old baby girl from Bolivia. She lives with her mother, who runs a small convenience store, and her father, who works as a taxi driver but has recently been at home helping care for Danae. She is the family's first child. When Danae was born, she had difficulty breastfeeding and gaining weight. Doctors informed her parents that she had a heart condition called coarctation of the aorta, a narrowing of the aorta that causes blood to back up and places strain on the heart. Danae needs surgery treatment to treat the condition. Fortunately, on April 29th, our medical partner, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría, will help Danae undergo cardiac surgery to repair the affected section of the aorta. This procedure will cost $1,500, and Danae needs your support to fund her surgery and care. Danae's grandmother said, "We had travelled a long way to be here, and we are so happy that my first grandchild can receive her surgery now."

Benjamin is a six-year-old boy from Tanzania. He is the third-born in a family of three children, and lives with his parents, whose livelihoods depend on small-scale business activities to sustain their household. Benjamin's family describes him as a bright and curious child, who enjoys learning and playing with other children in the community. Benjamin has been diagnosed with bilateral genu varus or "bow legs," a condition where the knees curve outward while the feet and ankles touch. Several factors could cause this condition, such as growth disorders, vitamin deficiencies, or excessive fluoride found in contaminated drinking water. As a result, the knees can be angled inwards or outwards, making it difficult to walk, and potentially causing long-term joint damage. The condition has affected Benjamin's posture and mobility, making prolonged standing and walking increasingly difficult. Without treatment, the condition could continue to worsen as he grows, potentially limiting his movement and participation in school and daily activities. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $810 to fund treatment for Benjamin. The procedure is scheduled to take place on March 24th at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully restore Benjamin's mobility, allowing him to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decreasing his risk of future complications. Benjamin's father said: "I wish for his legs to be strong, so that he can walk independently with his friends to school, without us worrying about his well-being."

Mosongo is a 13-year-old boy from Tanzania. He is the third-born in a family of eight children and lives in a pastoral household where grazing livestock is his primary responsibility. Mosongo completed his primary school but was unable to progress to secondary education because of the discomfort he experienced when walking long distances to school. His parents depend on animal keeping for their livelihood and face financial constraints in accessing specialized care. Mosongo was diagnosed with bilateral genu valgus. This condition began approximately two years ago and has caused both his legs to bow inward, making his knees touch. Several factors could cause this condition, such as growth disorders, vitamin deficiencies, or excessive fluoride found in contaminated drinking water. Mosongo has progressively experienced pain in his legs, particularly during cold seasons. Despite this discomfort, he continues to assist his family with daily herding activities. If left untreated, the condition could lead to worsening pain and further limitation of mobility. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $777 to fund treatment for Mosongo. The procedure is scheduled to take place on February 3rd at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully restore Mosongo's mobility, allow him to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease his risk of future complications. Mosongo says, "I have always enjoyed going out with my friends for long walks and taking our cattle for grazing, but recently it has been hard because my legs hurt when I walk for a while."

John Dwayne is seven years old and the oldest of two children from the Philippines. His father works at a hospital as kitchen staff and works as a mechanic for additional income. In January 2025, John Dwayne started to complain of pain. He was brought to a nearby health center, where they diagnosed him with a hernia. His father felt hopeless as he could not afford the surgery for his son. He is grateful that his son’s condition will be treated soon, so he can play again with the other kids and enjoy life more as a growing child. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. On January 28th, John Dwayne will undergo hernia repair surgery to address his symptoms and allow him to live more comfortably. He needs help to raise $1,121 to fund his procedure and care. John Dwayne's father shared, "I am deeply grateful because you have included my son in the list of patients for free operation. Thank you so much also to the foundation for reaching out to our province for your surgical mission."

John is a sociable 59-year-old man from Kenya who is married and has four children. John has always placed his pride and strength in supporting his family's well-being, doing everything he can to ensure his children succeed. He was born and raised in rural Kenya and, at an early age, embraced his spirit of independence and ingenuity. He has thrived working in the jua kali sector, where he works skillfully with metal to repair and sell items to support his family. John is also a farmer and grows potatoes and onions on his land and keeps two dairy cows. His wife, a devoted stay-at-home mother, manages a small garden of vegetables that supplements the family's meals. For many years, John enjoyed good health and has been known in his community for his strength, energy, and reliability. However, 15 years ago, his life began to change when he was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. Despite the shock of the diagnosis, John adapted with discipline and managed his condition well for over a decade. It wasn't until early this year that John could no longer keep to the medication and dietary restrictions, and his blood sugar levels went out of control, and his health rapidly deteriorated. John developed a large, painful ulcer on his leg, with irregular margins and a necrotic base, which is a typical complication of uncontrolled diabetes. Recognizing the severity of his condition, John brought himself to the hospital. On arrival, he was critically ill, with dangerously high blood sugar levels and signs of serious infection. He was urgently admitted and began receiving intravenous antibiotics, wound dressings, and intensive glucose control with close monitoring by the medical team. His journey since then has been long and complex, and the surgical team was consulted concerning the big ulcer and the need for a series of debridements. Unfortunately, doctors also diagnosed chronic osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection that necessitated a sequestrectomy to remove the infected bone fragments. Today, John's wound is cleaner, but far from healed. He is currently being prepared for a flap and medial plantar artery surgery. However, the financial burden is beyond what he and his family can afford, and he is requesting support so that he can undergo the surgery with the hope that he will soon get better and be able to be on his feet once again. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping John receive treatment. On July 25th, surgeons at their care center will perform a contracture release surgery. AMH is requesting $1,239 to fund this procedure. John said, "When I get out of the hospital, I will find a non-demanding business to run so that I can still earn my living despite my age and condition."

Lewis is an energetic boy from Tanzania. He is living under the loving care of his grandmother and aunt. When he was just two years old, his mother passed away, leaving him in the hands of the two women who now pour all their love and strength into raising him. Despite the challenges he faces, Lewis has a joyful spirit that stands out wherever he goes. He loves spending his afternoons playing football with the neighborhood children. His dream is to one day become like Pacome, a player on the famous YANGA Football Club, strong, skilled, and admired. Each time Lewis kicks a ball, he imagines himself scoring a goal in a packed stadium. However, Lewis was born with clubfoot on both feet. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. The tissues connecting the muscle to the bones are shorter than usual, and this causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. At his age, when most children are active and carefree, Lewis often becomes frustrated because his legs can’t keep up with his dreams. His grandmother has watched him fall behind physically, and her biggest wish is to see him run freely like any other child his age. Life at home is humble. Lewis and his grandmother spend much of their time tending to a small green garden behind their house, one of the few sources of food and income the family relies on. Even in the garden, Lewis tries to help, carrying small watering cans or chasing birds away from the crops. Fortunately, Lewis's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on November 27th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,171 to fund Lewis's clubfoot repair. After treatment and with the proper intervention, he will finally be able to stand, walk, and run without pain. Lewis's aunt says, "I hope Lewis's leg will be okay, so that he can enjoy his childhood."