Chara is a cheerful two-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He enjoys playing with toy cars and dreams of becoming a cattle farmer. He lives with his aunt after his parents separated. Despite the challenges, Chara’s father visits him daily at the home they once shared. The name Chara means “luck” in Afan Oromo, but his father often feels as though luck has never been on his side. When Chara turned one, his father noticed something different about his son. But due to financial constraints, he was unable to seek medical help. Lacking knowledge about the condition, he believed there was no available treatment and thought Chara’s situation was simply a result of bad luck. Four months later, during one of his visits to church, Chara's father heard a testimony from a boy's father about the successful treatment his own child had received. Inspired by this story, Chara’s father reached out to share that his child’s condition was similar and to ask about possible treatment options. He got offered hope and valuable information, helping facilitate access to medical services for Chara. Chara visited our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre, where he was diagnosed with hypospadias, a birth condition that causes urinary dysfunction. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and will be at risk of future complications. Fortunately, Chara is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on November 11th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Chara’s father said, "I will feel a great sense of relief and joy once the procedure is completed, knowing my child will be healthy again. I am truly grateful for the unwavering support and compassion."

Wondifraw is a bright and cheerful boy from Ethiopia. He is nine years old and enjoys playing football with his friends. Sadly, his father passed away before he was born. Wondifraw and his mother live with his grandparents, who are small-scale farmers. His mother took on casual work to support her son and her parents. She also sells fruits and vegetables on the roadside. Wondifraw was born with a congenital condition known as cryptorchidism, where one or both testicles have not descended. If left untreated, Wondifraw has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. A doctor referred Wondifraw to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre, for specialized care. Wondifraw will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on October 09th. AMHF is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Wondifraw's mother expressed her heartfelt desire, saying, "I long to see my child healthy and happy. I am truly grateful for this opportunity, and I will praise the Lord once he safely completes his surgery."

Sue is a 31-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her parents, niece, and son in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. Her niece and son go to school. Sue is a homemaker and helps her parents with selling items from a small shop they run from their home. Since July 2025, Sue has been experiencing some swelling and discomfort in her lower abdomen. She has been diagnosed with a large right ovarian cyst. Her physicians advised that she undergo an oophorectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her ovaries. Fortunately, Sue is scheduled to undergo her oophorectomy on September 24th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,005 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. Once recovered, Sue will hopefully live more comfortably. Sue said, “At first, I was scared to receive the operation because I worried that, in the future, I could not have a baby. But my husband and my parents encouraged me to receive it."

Kyla is a 23-year-old woman from the Philippines. She stopped working due to her health, but was able to secure a part-time job as an encoder. One year ago, Kyla began to experience troubling symptoms, including weakness in her body and pain in her abdomen that radiates to her back. Kyla was diagnosed with gallstones and needs to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, her symptoms will continue to worsen and put her at risk for further health complications in the future. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), Kyla is scheduled to undergo a cholecystectomy on August 15th. A portion of the cost of the procedure is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,031 to cover the cost of Kyla's surgery and care. Kyla shared, "I am very much thankful to organizations that support me in this difficult time of my life."

Valenziela is a nine-year-old student from Haiti. She lives with her parents and three siblings in a small farming community in southwest Haiti. She is in the second grade and likes music and art. Valenziela has a cardiac condition called rheumatic mitral regurgitation. One of the four valves of her heart cannot pump blood properly due to an infection she suffered earlier in her childhood. Valenziela will fly to the Dominican Republic to receive treatment. On July 15th, she will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons will repair her mitral valve so that it opens and closes more normally and can pump blood to the rest of her body. Another organization is funding Valenziela's surgery. Valenziela's family also needs help to fund the costs of surgery prep. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is requesting $1,500 to cover labs, medicines, and check-up and follow-up appointments. It also supports securing travel documents for the family and travel costs for the social workers from our medical partner, who will accompany Valenziela's family overseas. From Valenziela's mother: "Our family is hopeful that after this surgery, our daughter will have enough energy and health to start attending school again!"

Gay is a 13-month-old baby boy from Burma who lives with his parents in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son province in Thailand. His parents fled from Burma due to the civil war. When Gay was about a month old, his parents noticed that his left scrotum was larger than the right and that his inguinal area appeared to bulge at times. Gay was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia, a condition caused by abdominal tissue pushing through an opening in the lower abdominal wall. Fortunately, on June 23rd, Gay will undergo hernia repair surgery at Mae Sariang Hospital, our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,468 to fund Gay's hernia repair surgery. Once completed, he should live more comfortably. Gay's mother said, “My son is an active baby and plays well. I feel sorry for him because of his health condition. He is too young to tell us if he is in pain.”

Emily is a two-year-old girl from Bolivia. Emily lives with her mom, her dad, and four siblings. Both parents sell car parts for a living. Her dad also has a second job as a driver. Emily has Down syndrome. She also has a ventricular septal defect, where a hole exists between the two lower chambers of her heart. Blood leaks through this hole without passing through her lungs to obtain oxygen, leaving her weak and short of breath. On May 21st, Emily will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, doctors will sew a patch over the hole so blood can no longer leak through it. Emily's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Emily's mother says, "Our family hopes and prays Emily will have a healthy heart after her surgery!"

Htun is a 12-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his mother and four older siblings. His sister attends school, and his mother and two older brothers work as cooks in small restaurants. Htun himself stopped going to school in August 2024 because of his condition. The family’s income is insufficient to cover their daily expenses, let alone their basic healthcare needs. Htun is still enrolled in a Thai school, which covers a certain amount of medical treatment costs per school year for each student. On August 13, 2024, on a rainy day, Htun was riding his bicycle home from school when he slipped and hit his head on the asphalt as he fell to the ground. He lost consciousness immediately, and bystanders who witnessed the accident called the ambulance, which took him to the hospital. When his friends informed his mother about what happened, she rushed to the hospital, where the doctors had already conducted an X-ray and determined that, except for his head, he did not suffer any other injuries. As the doctor performed an MRI on Htun’s head shortly after, he found a tumor or a cystic lesion on the midline of his forehead, which was filled with fluid. Currently, Htun has a hard time going outside and cannot attend school since he is overwhelmed very quickly, which makes him vomit and lose consciousness. His mother has to say things repeatedly since Htun forgets most things immediately. His coordination has become unstable, and he can no longer walk straight. He also gets tired easily. Htun sought treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF). He is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on April 18th. BCMF requests $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Htun's mother said, “Before his accident, Htun enjoyed drawing, but now he has become too weak even to hold a pencil. He misses all his classes too. I want him to be healthy again and become educated.” She added, “I cannot afford to help my child, so I want to thank you, Burma Children's Medical Fund, and Watsi donors for supporting us. It makes me feel thrilled and relieved.”

Mary is a 45-year-old mother of four from Malawi, and all her children are currently attending school. Together with her husband, she works diligently in farming to provide for their family's needs. For about a year now, Mary has been experiencing uncomfortable symptoms including abdominal pains. Over time, the pain became worse and accompanied with bleeding until one day when she lost consciousness while in their farm. When she was rushed to hospital, Mary was very pale and received blood transfusions. She was then referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical center (PIH) where she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Mary receive treatment. On March 22nd, she will undergo gynecological surgery at Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Mary will be able to resume her daily activities free of the symptoms. She and her family are able to contribute towards the cost of her treatment, but need help raising $1,363 more to fund the surgery. Mary says: "I am seeking support for my surgery because I wish to ensure a future for my children. It is my desire to regain my health so that I can fulfill my responsibilities as a mother."

Alefa is a single mother of two from Malawi. She sells onions to support her family. Nine years ago, Alefa started experiencing lower abdominal pains. She went to the hospital and was diagnosed with uterine fibroids, and a myomectomy was done to remove the fibroids. Seven years later, the pain came back. A scan revealed she has uterine fibroids and requires surgery. Alefa was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Health Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with symptomatic fibroids and requires a hysterectomy, a procedure where surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, requests $1,363 to fund Alefa's surgery scheduled for February 21st. Once recovered, Alefa will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Alefa said, "My problem is overdue; nine years is not a joke. I look forward to the urgent attention to receive my healing and be a productive mother to my two children again."

Doricas is a 29-year-old single mother of four young children in Kenya. Coming from a family that struggles to make ends meet through casual domestic jobs, Doricas was on her way to a new job in Nairobi when her life changed drastically. She was involved in a severe car accident that left her with injuries on her forehead and a fractured leg. She underwent emergency surgery where an external fixator was placed to stabilize her leg. She now needs a fracture repair surgery, and is in significant pain, unable to raise the necessary funds for the procedure. Presently, she is in the hospital, while her children, aged between 2 and 8, are under the care of her mother. Unfortunately, due to financial difficulties, they haven't been able to attend school or receive the support they desperately need. Doricas is worried about their well-being and future. Despite the help of friends and relatives, the mounting hospital bills and the costs of her essential surgeries, including the upcoming procedure for her leg, are more than they can cover. Doricas is in significant pain and needs your help to get back on her feet—not just for herself but for her children who depend on her. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner can help. On January 22nd, Doricas will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. Now, Doricas needs help to fund this $1,500 procedure. Doricas says, “My leg aches, especially at night when it’s cold, and it’s so painful I cannot sleep.”

Kevin is a six-year-old boy from Bolivia. Kevin lives in the westernmost part of Bolivia with his mom and two older brothers. Kevin loves to play soccer, but he gets tired easily. He also loves to paint. Kevin has a cardiac condition called atrial septal defect. A hole exists between the two upper chambers of his heart; blood leaks through this hole, leaving him weak and unable to grow properly. On December 13th, he will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will sew a patch over the hole in Kevin's heart so that blood can no longer leak through it. Kevin's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgery, follow-up care, and medications. Kevin's mother shared, "We have been waiting a long time for this surgery. I am very happy my child will be healthy soon!"