Youssouf is a dynamic young artist who livens evenings beneath the stars with the music of his balafon (a wooden percussion instrument similar to a xylophone). Youssouf lives in the West African nation of Mali. One day, on his way home from a cattle market, Youssouf was in a car accident which broke his thigh and jaw bone, and caused numerous wounds on his back and face. Due to financial constraints, Youssouf’s parents used traditional treatments for his injuries which further complicated his condition with infection. Youssouf now needs more skillful medical care to ensure his bones heal properly and to fight his current infections. For $1,475, we can fund Youssouf’s treatment and put him on the road to recovery. Youssouf is looking forward to making music again when he's better!

16-year-old Beshan is a determined girl from Ethiopia who deeply wishes to attend school. Beshan was born with an anorectal malformation, which means she is unable to pass stool properly. Beshan's condition causes deep social isolation and keeps her from attending school. Her parents are very poor and are unable to afford the medical treatment she needs. “I would love to go to school!” exclaims Beshan. “If I get better, I am determined to start from scratch.” For $1,500, we can fund the surgery to correct Beshan’s malformation, giving her the opportunity to receive an education and lead a life as a welcomed member of her community.

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.