Juan was born with hydrocephalus, a condition in which excess cerebrospinal fluid builds up in the brain causing life-threatening pressure on the brain. He needs immediate treatment to avoid severe cognitive delays and potential death. Fortunately, the surgery Juan needs can be provided for free at a national hospital! However, there are many associated costs, such as radiology, lab studies, post-surgery stimulation, physical therapy, and transportation, that Juan's family can't afford. Juan’s family told his doctors that they may not be able to pursue the surgery simply because they can’t afford bus fare to and from the hospital. For $1,050, we can put Juan’s family’s worries to rest! This will cover all logistical costs and provide Juan with the surgery, physical therapy, and stimulation necessary to get him healthy!

Omitson is a nine-month-old baby from Haiti. Unfortunately, this little guy is having trouble moving freely and crawling because of his enlarged and heavy head. Omitson was born with hydrocephalus, a life-threatening condition caused by excess cerebrospinal fluid. Omitson's father is his champion. Despite the stress of their situation, he has not lost hope. He told our medical partners, "Omitson is my first boy and I cannot leave him alone, I want to do my best to help him grow normally. My heart is torn to see him suffer." With surgical intervention, Omitson's doctors expect him to be able to grow normally, go to school, and have the normal life his father wants for him. Let's raise the $1260 needed to make it happen!

Nirajan is a bright, active boy. He does well in school and loves playing cricket with his friends. His favorite subject is math, and his mother wants him to become a doctor. Nirajan's promising future is threatened by a serious heart condition. Three months ago, he was diagnosed with pericardial effusion, abnormal accumulation of fluid around the heart that can be fatal if left untreated. Nirajan is already experiencing chest pain, fever, shortness of breath, and weight loss. He needs surgery to remove the fluid and save his life. We hope to raise $1,025 to pay for Nirajan's treatment in Kathmandu, Nepal's capital. Both his father and mother work in house construction to support him, but in a community where the average person lives on less than $1 a day, this surgery is not within their reach. Let's help Nirajan get healthy again!

Everline is pregnant and due by the end of this month! She and her husband farm maize, beans and potatoes and sell what they can to earn an income. Everline told Lwala Community Alliance that she is feeling good and doesn’t have any complaints so far. Let’s keep her feeling that way. For $215 Lwala can keep Everline and the baby healthy. Everline will receive prenatal care, a hospital delivery and a post-birth checkup. Pregnancy and childbirth are perilous for too many women like Everline, who may not otherwise be able to afford essential care. She recently said, “I pray for a safe and healthy delivery in the Lwala facility so that my baby comes out healthy, grows well, and later, goes to school.” Lets help Everline on her quest to keep her children happy and healthy.