May Oo is a 51-year-old woman from Burma. She lives alone in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. Originally from Bago Division, Burma, she moved to Mae Sot in 2021 in search of better job opportunities. Before her condition worsened, she worked in the garment industry producing clothing. However, she stopped working one month ago due to her health. In her free time, she likes to watch Burmese news on her phone and listen to Dhamma or religious teachings. When May Oo was 35 years old, she noticed a mass in her left abdomen. It slowly grew bigger and now causes pain. In January 2025, she visited a clinic where doctors informed her that she has a mass in her left abdominal and needs surgery to alleviate her symptoms and prevent future complications. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping May Oo undergo surgery on February 6th. She needs your help to raise $1,500 to cover the cost of her procedure and care. May Oo said, “I feel very worried about my condition and this situation where I am unable to work and support my family. Since I have learned that my condition requires surgery, I felt very sad and worried because I cannot afford to pay for my surgery cost. Now that I have learned BCMF and donors will cover for my surgery cost, I feel very happy and thankful. When I recover fully, I will return to work and support my family”.

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.”

Esther is a 45-year-old single mother of three from Malawi. Her children are between the ages of 22 and 27, and she presently lives with her last born child who runs a small retail business in town. One of her older children is a farmer while the other is a home maker. Esther works in people's homes, doing laundry for a living, and also gets some additional support from her children. She enjoys a meal of chicken and nsima, which is made from maize flour. Earlier this year, Esther started experiencing heavy bleeding accompanied by abdominal pains, loss of appetite and weight loss, which made it difficult for her to carry out daily tasks. A month ago, she went to a local hospital for cancer screening and was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. She was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope (PIH) Medical Centre, where she was assessed, and surgery was recommended. Esther needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Esther receive treatment. On December 18th, she will undergo a hysterectomy, and once recovered, she will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. She and her family are able to contribute towards the cost of her treatment, but need help raising an additional $1,363 to fund the procedure. Esther shared: "I will not tire of coming to PIH until my condition improves, because I'm not ready to die at my age."

Magno is a 67-year-old community peacekeeper from the Philippines. Magno's work and income are crucial for his family. While his children occasionally assist them with bills, their food, and everyday living expenses are primarily covered by his salary. Five months ago, Magno was diagnosed with an indirect inguinal hernia. This hernia causes him occasional pain and everyday discomfort because of the lump near his lower abdomen. Despite his health condition, Magno maintains an active lifestyle, enjoying morning jogs and brisk walking in his spare time. Fortunately, on November 29th, Magno will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. A portion of the cost of Magno's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, is raising the remaining $1,103 to cover the cost of his surgery and care. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Magno shared, "Thank you for the ongoing support from organizations like Watsi that help those in need, especially the elderly like me. I hope that these initiatives continue as it make considerable difference in the lives of individuals like me."

Win is an 11-year-old student from Burma who lives with his family in a refugee camp in Thailand. His father has a shop in the camp while his mother is a homemaker. Win and his three younger brothers attend school in the camp. During his free time, he enjoys playing football and sometimes watching cartoons on YouTube. One day ago, Win began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain and vomiting. He was diagnosed with appendicitis and now needs surgery to prevent his condition from worsening. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Win receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo an appendectomy, a surgery to remove the appendix when it becomes infected, on October 10th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Win and his family need your support. “I have pain in my abdomen and I cannot touch it. It is very painful. I want this pain to stop,” said Win.

Ephantus is a 28-year-old security guard from Kenya. He is the sole breadwinner for his wife and their five-year-old child. His modest salary is not enough to cover the cost of a critical surgery. Raised by a single mother who is a farmer, and with an elder sister who works as a street vendor, Ephantus' family is unable to contribute the funds needed for his medical care. In May 2024, shortly after starting his job, Ephantus was involved in a workplace incident while directing cars in a hotel parking lot. When he asked a visitor to reposition a poorly parked car, the driver became enraged, deliberately drove into Ephantus, and ran over his right leg after he fell. The incident resulted in a severe ankle fracture, with bones exposed. Ephantus was rushed to a hospital, where he received immediate care and underwent surgery to have an internal fixation device inserted into his leg. Unfortunately, two days after his discharge, Ephantus’ leg began to swell and showed signs of infection. Ephantus underwent another surgery to remove the internal fixation device and began receiving regular treatment for his wound. Despite this, his leg has continued to suffer from recurring infections, and doctors have now recommended a skin graft surgery to aid in his recovery. Ephantus remains in pain, unable to walk properly or work to support his family. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On September 16th, Ephantus will undergo a debridement and skin graft procedure to relieve his pain, restore his mobility, and allow him to return to work. He needs help to fund this $1,185 surgery. Ephantus shared, “I am in so much pain and stressed because I’m away from my family, and no one is providing for them.”

Cho is a 16-year-old girl from Thailand. She lives with her mother, stepsister, and half-sister. She unfortunately did not complete her studies due to financial constraints. In her free time, Cho enjoys playing games, painting and watching YouTube videos. Cho was diagnosed with a heart condition that requires valve replacement. Heart valves control the flow of blood between chambers, but certain conditions may narrow the heart valve or cause the blood to flow backwards. Normal valve function is necessary to prevent long term damage to the heart and lungs. Cho has been experiencing symptoms like chest pain, fatigue, and difficulty in breathing. Her symptoms worsen when she is involved in activity, but lessen during rest. She also feels pain in her jaw, neck, and the arm where she receives intravenous antibiotics multiple times a day. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund a heart valve replacement for Cho. The treatment is scheduled to take place on August 6th at Kasemrad Prachachuen Hospital, and once completed, will hopefully allow her to live more comfortably. Cho's mother says, "My daughter wants to continue her studies, but I can't afford her school fees. She has offered to return to work after full recovery, to help support our family."

Juanita is a widow with two children who is currently unemployed due to her physical limitations as a senior citizen. She is financially dependent on her daughter who is a single parent. Her daughter's income working as a factory worker is barely enough for the family's needs. Four years ago, Juanita began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain and vomiting. She endured the pain for the past years but in the past two months, it occurred more often. Juanita has been diagnosed with gallstones and was advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, which is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, her symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), Juanita is scheduled to undergo surgery on July 13th. A portion of the cost of the procedure is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,128 to cover the cost of Juanita's surgery and care. Juanita said, "Thank you very much for your help. I hope you will continue helping more patients like me because it really is a huge help. Private hospitals are very expensive and there is no way we can afford it so I am very grateful."

Yabsra is a 7-year-old student from Ethiopia. He is outgoing, intelligent, active, and excels in school and football. Yabsra is an only child and lives with his mother. She farms a small piece of land and sells tea to make ends meet but shared that her income is insufficient to meet her family’s expenses and medical bills. Yabsra was born with hypospadias, a congenital abnormality that causes urinary dysfunction and the future risk of infertility. Due to financial constraints, his mother was unable to afford surgery for Yabsra before now, which caused her great sadness and distress. She continued to visit various hospitals and learned about our medical partner. Nervous about the journey, Yabsra and his mother were able to travel with three other patients to our medical partner’s hospital. Fortunately, our medical partner is able to help Yabsra receive treatment. On February 13th, he will undergo corrective surgery. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is requesting $1,293 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Yabsra’s mom said, “I hope he will heal, become educated, and lead a good and quality life. When I ask him, ‘What do you want to be?’ the answer is a doctor. When I ask him why, he says: ‘I want to heal people who are sick.’ I wish to see that his dreams come true.”

Win is a 65-year-old woman from Thailand. She lives on a farm with her husband, cultivating their land to grow vegetables. When Win and her husband have the chance, they will go out into the forest and collect leaves used to make roofs on houses and firewood for their home. Around 10 years ago, Win began to experience blurry vision in her left eye. These symptoms have made it increasingly difficult for her to see. Win was diagnosed with retinal detachment, a condition in which the retina pulls away from the supportive tissue in the eye, resulting in vision loss. If left untreated, she could lose vision completely. Win is scheduled to undergo surgery to reattach her retina on March 12th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. After her surgery, Win's vision will hopefully be restored and she can resume her daily activities comfortably. Win shared, “I must move around very slowly, sometimes I trip over things and fall because I cannot see them.”

Fatma is a 50-year-old mother of seven children aged between four and sixteen. She has faced considerable hardship, being a widow and the sole provider for her family, without a steady income. Fatma resides in Somalia, but also depends on the support of her niece that sells tea in Nairobi, Kenya. Unfortunately, she is unable to afford vital medical treatment. Since 2021, Fatma has been experiencing a persistent bloated feeling and discomfort in her lower abdomen. Initially treated for brucellosis and yellow fever at a local facility without improvement, the growth in her abdomen continued to enlarge, prompting both health concerns and a sense of self-consciousness due to the enlarged mass. She traveled to Kenya to seek medical advice, and further examination in Wajir suggested ovarian cancer, and the need for surgery. However, due to financial constraints, she sought help at our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital. Here, the diagnosis confirmed a large non-cancerous abdominal pelvic mass that needed to be removed through surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Fatma receive treatment. On March 22nd, surgeons at AIC Kijabe Hospital will perform a total abdominal hysterectomy and bilateral salpingo-oophorectomy (TAH/BSO) procedure to reduce the risk of ovarian cancer and prevent future surgery for benign ovarian masses. Now, Fatma needs help to fund this $1,260 procedure. Fatma is hopeful as she awaits the surgery that promises relief. She says, “I look like a seven-month pregnant lady because of the growth. It is painful. I hope to get treatment so that this pain can go away.”

Samuel is a smart, playful boy aged one year and eight months old. He loves martial arts and can recite the entire alphabet. His mom shared that he loves to pray with her and that before he was born, a prophet told her that she would give birth to a son named Samuel. She was very happy to have a son as her older children are all girls. Samuel's mother cleans the street for a living. She carries her son on her back and cleans the street early in the morning. Sometime back, Samuel contracted pneumonia due to the cold mornings, and she stopped working for a while. She has recently resumed to help support her family. Her husband works as a day laborer, but he does not have consistent work. The family lives in a rented single-room mud house. Their income is minimal, and they struggle to meet their daily expenses. They receive government donated food on public holidays. An international organization supports one of her school-going daughters, paying for her education and donating some food every month. Samuel was born with a congenital condition called epispadias, where the urethra does not develop into a full tube, and the urine exits the body from an unusual site. As a result of this condition, Samuel experiences constant urinary leakage and is unable to urinate while standing like other boys. Samuel is scheduled for epispadias repair but his family is not able to meet the surgery costs. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Samuel receive treatment. On March 12th, surgeons at their care center BKMCM will perform an epispadias repair surgery so that Samuel can live more comfortably and confidently. Now, Samuel's family needs help to fund this $1,040 procedure. Samuel's mother says, "I love him so much that I pray every day that he will be fine after the surgery. I am worried that I might lose him during the surgery, but I want him to heal and become like other boys, so I consented to him having the surgery. I wish for him to become continent, and attend school someday."