Bartolina is a 38-year-old Mayan woman living in Guatemala. She went to the doctor because of severe pain and swelling in her chest and arm, and it turns out she has a large cyst inside her breast. Bartolina is unable to work because of the pain the cyst is causing, and needs medical attention immediately. She cannot afford follow-up care to remove the cyst and determine whether or not it's cancerous. We need to raise $1050 to remove Bartolina's cyst and relieve her pain. The cost of Bartolina's treatment includes transportation to and from the health facility, all necessary medications, and follow-up radiology and pathology tests.

Just before Lainess began walking, she was diagnosed with Blount’s disease, a leg deformity which causes pain when walking, imbalance, limping, and extra stress on her leg joints. "There's a limit to how far she can walk and an obvious limitation on mobility," staff at our medical partner CURE International say, "but one of the biggest impacts is the negative attention she receives because of it." Despite teasing from peers, Lainess “hasn’t let the jokes deter her from staying enrolled in school.” Lainess’s mother “desperately wants her daughter to be normal” and “feels hurt when Lainess tells her about the names that she is called.” Lainess hopes to become a nurse when she finishes school. For $1,000, we can help make that happen by funding surgery to fix her tibia and helping her complete her education.

Lilian is expecting a child soon and needs maternal healthcare to ensure she has a safe delivery. At 18 years old, Lilian lives with her parents and attends school. Her mother sells bananas at a local market to earn money for food, and her father grows maize, beans, and local vegetables to pay for Lilian’s school fees. During her pregnancy, Lilian has been cared for by Lwala's community health workers, who she says are “so loving, caring, and kind." Lilian is hoping for "a safe delivery in the hands of a skilled person" to ensure her health and the health of her baby. For $215, we can guarantee Lilian's safe delivery so she can continue her education and set herself up for a bright future!

Shanta is a 60-year-old wife and mother from Nepal who fractured her arm when she fell while fetching water. Shanta needs treatment as soon as possible, as the pain, swelling, and immobility is preventing her from caring for herself and her family. Shanta has two sons and enjoys sewing in her free time. Despite her age, Shanta works hard to sustain herself. She cannot, however, afford the expensive treatment required to fix her arm. Our partner, Nyaya Health, is seeking $1,040 in donations to cover the cost of Shanta's treatment. Let's do what we can to bring Shanta peace of mind and a healthy recovery!