Kreshzna is a 12-year-old girl from the Philippines. She is in the sixth grade, loves studying, and excels in class. She enjoys drawing and is eagerly involved in school. Her father works as a carwash attendant and is the sole breadwinner of the family. Her mother had to stop working to care for her Kreshzna full time. Kreshzna was born with a congenital condition in the lower digestive tract, which leads to a partial or complete intestinal blockage. She needs to undergo a series of procedures to address her condition. Fortunately, on September 12th, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, will help Kreshzna undergo corrective surgery. A portion of the cost of her treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising $1,123 to cover the remaining cost of Kreshzna's procedure and care. "We are deeply grateful for Kreshzna's surgery. This helps a lot with our financial burden, and it gives our daughter a chance to receive the treatment we have been waiting for since she was an infant," Kreshzna's family shared.

Yared is a bright and curious seven-year-old boy who lives with his grandparents in Ethiopia. He loves playing with toy cars and spending time with his younger brother. Yared's mother, a single parent, works as a domestic worker in the city to provide for her family. Yared was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. A few years ago, Yared was taken to a referral hospital in Mekele, where his grandparents live, for corrective surgery, but the COVID-19 pandemic, followed by the war caused major delays, preventing him from receiving timely care. Later on, the cost of surgery became another barrier for Yared's family. One of Yared's family members who works at our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM), advised the family to come to the hospital for a review. Yared was reviewed, and his family has been advised that he will need to undergo corrective surgery to treat his condition. Without this intervention, he may continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and could be at risk of future complications. Yared is scheduled to undergo surgery on May 4th at BKMCM. His procedure will cost $1,293, and his family needs your support. Yared’s mother shares, “I’m deeply grateful to the donors and the doctors for their help. My only wish is that my child will grow up healthy and happy just like other children.”

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.”

Fred is a forty-nine-year-old man from Uganda. He has nine children, whom he supports through small-scale farming. Fred also has two cows, from which he sells milk to earn income to support his family. For two years, Fred has had a bilateral Inguinal Hernia. He has experienced intermittent swelling around the inguinal region. The condition has significantly affected his life. He is unable to walk long distances, and carrying heavy items has become difficult. He can no longer bend to work in his garden. Fred later came to our medical partner's care center, Rwibaale Health Center, for further intervention. After examination, the surgeon recommended herniorrhaphy. Fortunately, on January 27th, Fred will undergo hernia repair surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $234 to fund Fred's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Fred says, "I am happy to be treated under your care. God bless you all and your families."

Lissa is a beautiful and brave 3-year-old girl from Tanzania. Her smile lights up every room she enters. She is the firstborn in a family of two children, and her parents describe her as curious, playful, and incredibly sharp for her age. Lissa already attends preschool, where she enjoys singing, drawing, and interacting with other children. Her father, a hardworking Bajaji tricycle driver, is deeply devoted to his daughter. Lissa was diagnosed with bilateral varus; her legs bend outward at the knee so that they do not 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 may cause long-term joint damage. She has difficulty walking for long distances. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $810 to fund treatment for Lissa. The procedure is scheduled to take place on December 5th at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully improve Lissa's mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of future complications. Lissa's father dreams of seeing his daughter walk freely and confidently, without pain or difficulty, especially as she grows older and continues with school. He said, "I often imagine Lissa running around without complaint of pain and discomfort, just like other children her age."

Lilian is a 4-year-old girl from Tanzania. She is the only child, and her mother describes her as calm, gentle, and well-behaved. Lilian's mother relies on farming for income and was supported by community partners to get transported to Kafika House for treatment. At Kafika House, Lilian was diagnosed with bilateral genu varus. This condition has led to the outward bowing of her legs. Several factors could cause this condition, such as growth disorders, vitamin deficiencies, or excessive fluoride found in contaminated drinking water. As a result of this condition, Lilian has difficulty walking, which may cause long-term joint damage. As she has grown, the bowing of Lilian's legs has become more noticeable, raising concern about her future mobility. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $810 to fund treatment for Lilian. The procedure is scheduled to take place on February 3rd at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully restore Lilian's mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of future complications. Lilian's father says, "I hope my daughter's legs won't be a problem as she grows, making it impossible for her to achieve her goals."

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."