Chepkat is an 11-year-old girl from Kenya. She comes from a pastoralist family whose livelihood has always depended on keeping goats and cattle. Due to the harsh, isolated nature of their residence, Chepkat has never had the opportunity to attend school. Her parents survive through livestock keeping, but recently their family suffered a major setback when raiders attacked their homestead and drove away their cattle, leaving them with nothing. One afternoon, while trying to pick fruit from a tree, Chepkat accidentally stepped on a dry branch that suddenly broke beneath her. She fell heavily to the ground and immediately experienced severe pain. Due to the remoteness of their home, the family had to travel nearly two hours to reach the nearest health facility. At the first facility, she was immobilized and later referred to another hospital, where she was managed conservatively with bed rest and pain medication. However, her condition did not improve, and her pain persisted. Chepkat was referred to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kapsowar Hospital, where an x-ray revealed a fracture of the head of her hip bone, a serious injury that requires urgent surgical intervention. She needs an urgent Open Reduction and Internal Fixation (ORIF) to stabilize and repair the bone. On March 11th, Chepkat will undergo a fracture repair procedure. She needs help so that she can receive the operation she needs and regain the chance to walk and live a healthy and active life. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,247 to fund this procedure. Chepkat's mother says, "My child is in pain and cannot stand, please help her so she can regain her mobility."

Hnin is a 31-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. Originally from Karen State, Burma, the family relocated to Thailand for better job opportunities. Hnin and her husband work as agricultural day labourers, but Hnin had to stop working in May 2025 due to health issues. In May 2025, Hnin began to experience troubling symptoms, including pain in her lower left abdomen. She was diagnosed with left kidney stones and was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot General Hospital. She was told she needed surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Currently, Hnin continues to suffer from pain in her lower left abdomen, a burning sensation during urination, and lower back pain when she walks for a long time. The back pain also makes it difficult for her to breathe, and she cannot sleep well at night due to the persistent pain. On March 12th, Hnin will undergo surgery with the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. She needs help raising $1,500 to fund her procedure and care. Hnin said, “Many thanks to the donors for helping me. Without your support, I would not access treatment, because I cannot afford it on my own. I truly wish for this organization that helps me to last forever, and for all the team members, including the donors, to have good health and happiness in the years ahead.”

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.”

Rabiya is a 19-year-old bright and determined university student from Ethiopia. Rabiya shares that being in university is a truly exciting chapter of her life. Between her university studies and being a rock for her two brothers, she stays incredibly busy. But lately, a cyst on her left wrist has been causing her much discomfort. Five months ago, Rabiya felt a sudden, distracting tingling and itchy sensation in the wrist. What started as minor swelling quickly took a turn for the worse; within just a month, the discomfort transitioned into severe, persistent pain. For a busy college student, the pain is affecting even the simplest tasks. Typing up a paper, scribbling notes during a lecture, or carrying heavy textbooks across campus became difficult, which has affected her studies. Rabiya traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On March 14th, surgeons will perform an excisional biopsy to remove the mass. Now, Rabiya needs help to raise $750 to fund this procedure. She says: "More than anything, I’m looking forward to the freedom of moving my wrist without a second thought. I can’t wait to dive back into my studies and my role as a sister, fully present and pain-free."

Savath is a young boy from Cambodia. He lives in Oddar Meanchey province with his parents and siblings. His father works as a construction worker, while his mother stays at home to take care of the children and manage household chores. He has one older sister who is in Grade 5 and one older brother who is in Grade 1. He is currently not attending school. In his free time, he enjoys drinking milk and playing with toys with his siblings. When he was five months old, Savath accidentally fell into a campfire at home. He has scar contractures affecting his neck, the commissure of his mouth, and his lower eyelids. The burn scar contractures tighten the skin around his face and neck, making it difficult for him to breathe, eat, and speak properly. This condition causes discomfort and may affect his growth and daily development. When Savath's family learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, they traveled for seven hours seeking treatment. On March 5th, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to help release the scar contractures, improve his ability to breathe, eat, and speak more comfortably, and support his normal growth and development. Now, he needs help to fund this $652 procedure. Savath's mother shared, “It breaks my heart to see my son struggle to breathe, eat, and speak because of the burn scars on his face and neck. I truly hope this treatment will help release the tight scars, make his life easier, and allow him to grow up more comfortably and confidently.”

Cyril is a two-year-old baby boy from Kenya. His mother recalls his birth being smooth, and was a joyous moment for his parents and four older siblings. His mother was pursuing a certificate in social work until she paused her studies to care for Cyril. His father is the family's sole provider and sometimes finds it difficult to cover the family's expenses. When Cyril was a few weeks old, his mother thought that his head seemed to be growing quickly, but was unsure if it was a part of his normal development. When she brought him to his six-week clinic, Cyril was reviewed and diagnosed with hydrocephalus. Friends and family fundraised to support a shunt insertion surgery for Cyril, and his parents and siblings experienced immense relief when the surgery was completed and he was able to return home. Unfortunately, Cyril’s symptoms returned, and about a month ago, he began to throw up after being fed. His mother called the doctor who performed his surgery, and the family was referred to our partner’s medical care center, BethanyKids Kijabe Hospital (BKKH). The family made a long journey to the hospital in search for help, hopeful that their son will get better. Now, Cyril requires a shunt revision surgery. It has been very difficult for Cyril’s family to see him suffer. However, they are hopeful that Cyril will be able to make a complete recovery and achieve his milestones. Cyril has been diagnosed with hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid accumulates in the brain and increases intracranial pressure. As a result of his condition, Cyril has been experiencing an increasing head circumference and vomiting. Without treatment, Cyril will experience severe physical and developmental delays. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $719 to cover the cost of surgery for Cyril that will treat his hydrocephalus. The procedure is scheduled to take place on March 2nd and will drain the excess fluid from Cyril's brain. This will reduce intracranial pressure and greatly improve his quality of life. With proper treatment, Cyril will hopefully develop into a strong, healthy young boy. Cyril’s mother shares, “My son is suffering, especially now that he is unable to eat. I am, however, hopeful that after this surgery, that will change and Cyril will be able to grow well.”

Diriba is a 58-year-old man from Ethiopia. He is a dedicated farmer who has spent his entire life tilling the soil alongside his wife. Together, they have raised six children, building a legacy defined by hard work and strength. His hands are his most important tools, but his way of life is now at risk. A benign tumor on the back of his left hand is making it nearly impossible for him to continue the manual labor his family relies on. Diriba shared that he started noticing the symptoms six years ago, with pain radiating from the back of the arm. He also started experiencing sharp sensations, as if someone was stabbing him repeatedly in the back of his arm. Sometimes, the pain is so intense that it makes it nearly impossible for him to move his hand at all, affecting his work. Tasks that used to be easy are now very painful and difficult for him to finish. It deeply saddens him to see his wife shouldering all the responsibilities alone. Diriba traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On February 14th, surgeons will perform an excisional biopsy to remove the mass. Now, Diriba needs help to raise $750 to fund this procedure. He says: "I am so hopeful for the opportunity to feel strong again! After the treatment, I look forward to returning to my farm and working more freely."

May is a 16-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her retired mother-in-law, her older sister-in-law, who is a homemaker, and three brothers-in-law. The youngest brother-in-law does not work, while May's partner and the eldest brother-in-law are employed as shopkeepers, earning a combined household income of approximately 2,000–2,500 THB per month. This income is only sufficient to cover basic food needs. The family has also been receiving TBC food rations. However, this support was scheduled to end in December 2025 due to the withdrawal of humanitarian aid funding, further increasing the family’s financial insecurity. May currently has access to free basic healthcare in refugee camp. Any advanced or surgical care remains financially out of reach for her family. May is currently expecting her first child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping May undergo a C-Section on January 5th at our medical partner's care center, Tha Song Yang Hospital. This procedure will cost $1,500, and May needs your support. May said, “I am still very young, so I don’t know what will happen. But I am also happy and excited to meet my baby girl.”

Apphia is a 26-year-old woman from Kenya. As the firstborn in a family of three children, Apphia has always borne significant responsibility for her younger siblings. Her parents rely on small-scale farming to support the family. In 2019, Apphia noticed that she was beginning to lose her hearing. She does not recall any unusual event leading up to her condition, only that sounds gradually faded away until, one day, she could not hear at all. At the time, Apphia was in her third year in high school. Despite the challenges, she continued attending school, but struggled to follow the lessons and keep up with her classmates, which affected her performance in the final examinations. Still determined, Apphia enrolled into a secretarial studies course. Despite facing significant communication barriers, she completed the short course, but has unfortunately not been able to secure employment due to her challenges in hearing and understanding others. Apphia went to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, in March this year. She was diagnosed with severe hearing loss and hearing aids were recommended. Since then, she has tried raising funds from friends and relatives for her treatment, unsuccessfully. Over time, she has become increasingly withdrawn, avoiding social spaces and preferring to stay alone. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Apphia receive treatment. On November 12th, she will be fitted with hearing aids to improve her hearing, help her find meaningful employment, and build her life with confidence and independence. Now, Apphia needs help to fund this $1,171 treatment. Apphia says: "I feel as though the world keeps moving forward while I remain held back. It's tough when I have to keep asking people to repeat themselves, I now prefer staying at home."

Cristian is a 10-year-old boy from Colombia. He is a brave boy whose smile can cheer up everyone around him. Although he is still young, he shows great sensitivity and understands the value of caring for others. He dreams of becoming a dancer so he can fill every corner he visits with joy through his art. In recent months, Cristian has faced a problem with severe tooth decay and has been receiving dental treatment. Recently, his doctor recommended a procedure to remove an infection that has compromised several of his teeth. The process has been complex, and it was determined that the treatment must be performed under general anesthesia, due to the number of teeth affected and the young age of the patient. Cristian will undergo dental surgery on November 24th, and our medical partner, Clinica Noel, is requesting $868 to fund his procedure and care. This treatment will not only relieve the physical pain Cristian has been enduring but also allow him to regain his quality of life, improve his school performance, and continue pursuing his dream of becoming a great dancer. Cristian's mother says, "Thank you so much for making this dream come true. We don't have the resources to pay for this treatment, and finding people willing to give my son a beautiful smile is truly a blessing."

Margret is a 47-year-old mother of three children from Uganda. She studied up to senior school year two, but was unable to continue due to finances. To support her children, she engages in weaving mats and baskets for sale. For two years, Margret has been experiencing lower abdominal pain, back pain, paralysis, and persistent bleeding. She also experiences dizziness and palpitations. She reports that the condition has severely affected her life. She fears socializing in public and has even ceased her craft due to her health. Margret visited several hospitals but was only given painkillers, which did not help. She also tried using local herbs, hoping for relief, but without success. A nurse advised her to seek help at our medical partner's care center, Rwibaale Hospital. Margret has been diagnosed with abnormal uterine bleeding secondary to endometrial hyperplasia. To relieve her pain and stop the bleeding, the doctor has recommended a total abdominal hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Margret is however unable to raise the funds needed for her treatment. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $253 to fund Margret's surgery. On October 7th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at Rwibaale Health Center. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully alleviate her symptoms. Margret says, "I hope to recover and start working again, and be able to socialize in public."

Christopher is a nine-year-old student from Uganda. He enjoys playing football and dreams of becoming a doctor. Christopher stays with his single mother, who engages in small-scale farming on their family's small plot of land. Christopher complained of umbilical pain, but his mother thought it would go away. However, the pain and discomfort worsened, affecting his ability to attend school. His mother took Christopher to our medical partner's care center, Rushoroza Hospital, to see if they could offer any help. Christopher was diagnosed with a reducible umbilical hernia and recommended a herniorrhaphy surgery for him to recover. Without surgery, he would continue to suffer, and the condition could get worse. But Christopher's mother cannot afford the surgery costs and hence requests financial help. With support, he can undergo the necessary surgery and return to school to achieve his dreams. Fortunately, on November 6th, Christopher will undergo hernia repair surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $170 to fund Christopher's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Christopher's mother says, "I pray that my son may be helped and get the recommended surgery, as he has really faced a tough life. Besides, I am a single mother and have no stable income, and I cannot manage to pay for my son's surgery and hence request help."