Yeabtsega is a calm and cheerful 10-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He loves playing football and practicing taekwondo. He is passionate about sports and enjoys spending time with his older brother and younger sister. He is currently in Grade 5 and lives with his mother, a single parent who works at a government institution. When he was younger, Yeabtsega's mother noticed that one of his testicles would sometimes appear and disappear. However, as he grew older, she noticed that it was no longer visible. Concerned about her son, she took him to a clinic near their home, where a doctor examined him and performed an ultrasound. The doctor informed her that Yeabtsega needed surgery. Hearing that her son needed surgery was heartbreaking for his mother, especially as she was raising him as a single parent. She began searching for a hospital where he could receive the treatment he needed. She eventually took him to a government hospital, where he was placed on a waiting list for surgery. After about a month, Yeabtsega was referred to BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). His mother shared that it felt as though a heavy burden had been lifted from her shoulders. At BKMCM, the medical team carefully assessed him, and diagnosed him with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, Yeabtsega has an increased risk of medical complications in the future. Yeabtsega is receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH). Fortunately, he is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on September 4th. AMH is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Yeabtsega’s mother said, “Thank you, BethanyKids and donors, for your support. I truly appreciate the work you are doing for children who may not otherwise have the opportunity to receive the surgery they need. Your support gives hope to families like ours. Thank you for giving my son this opportunity. I wish Yeabtsega good health, success, and a bright future. May he grow up to be a healthy and successful young man.”

Ra is a 68-year-old man from Siem Reap province in Cambodia. He and his wife have two children. His wife sells biscuits, their eldest child is a grocery seller, and their youngest is a car repairer. In his free time, Ra helps his wife with household and work-related tasks. In 2019, Ra began experiencing pain in his right hip due to avascular necrosis, a condition in which bone tissue dies due to a lack of blood supply, which caused a structural failure of his hip ball joint. Ra underwent a total hip replacement through our medical partner, Children's Surgical Center (CSC), at that time. However, over the past year, his pain has returned, and walking has become difficult. His x-ray showed that some of the acetabular cup and femoral stem (components from his hip replacement surgery) have come loose, leaving him unable to walk comfortably or perform daily activities. Ra was referred back to CSC for treatment. On April 8th, he will undergo a revision hip replacement procedure on his right hip. This surgery will stabilize the hip, relieve his pain, and restore his mobility. Ra was able to contribute $100 to his care and is requesting assistance to raise the remaining $1,400 to cover the cost of prosthesis, surgery, medications, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. Roth said, "I had a hip replacement in 2019, but over the past year, the pain has returned, and it's become difficult for me to walk. I hope further treatment will fix the problem and help me move comfortably again."

Joshua is a 12-year-old boy from Tanzania. He lives with his parents, who are livestock keepers, and is one of five children in the family. Joshua is currently in middle school and is described as a bright and responsible child. He enjoys completing his homework and helping care for animals after school. Joshua dreams of becoming a politician when he grows up. For the last three years, Joshua has experienced limited hand movement, making tasks such as writing, feeding himself, and helping with household chores difficult. His doctors recommend an amputation of Joshua's left hand, which has a burn scar with contractures involving multiple fingers. This will prevent his symptoms from getting worse as he grows. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,088 to fund Joshua's surgery on February 17th. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully help improve his health and quality of life. After recovering, Joshua is looking forward to improved hand function that will enable him to regain independence in daily activities and continue developing his leadership potential without physical barriers. Joshua's father says, “He cannot grip objects well because some fingers are damaged and tight from the scar.”

Faidhan is a three-year-old boy from Tanzania. He lives with both his parents, and is the second child in the family. He is an energetic and cheerful child who enjoys talking and interacting with those around him. Faidhan was diagnosed with bilateral genu varus (bow legs), a condition where the knees curve outward while the feet and ankles touch. His parents first noticed the condition when both of his legs began bending outward as he learned to walk. Several factors could cause this condition, such as growth disorders, vitamin deficiencies, or excessive fluoride found in contaminated drinking water. As a result, the knees can be angled inwards or outwards, making it difficult to walk and may cause long-term joint damage. Despite the family's attempted efforts, his walking remains difficult and the condition limits his stability. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $810 to fund treatment for Faidhan. The procedure is scheduled to take place on March 3rd at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully restore Faidhan's mobility, allow him to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease his risk of future complications. Faidhan's father says, “He wants to run and follow other children, but his legs cannot support him well most of the time. We hope this treatment will change his future.”

Kristoffer is a 39-year-old man from the Philippines. He used to work overseas, away from his family. When he returned to the Philippines to settle permanently, he started a water refilling business. His work requires him to lift heavy water containers and deliver them to customers regularly. Five years ago, Kristoffer felt sudden discomfort and noticed a mass in a sensitive area of his body. He continued to feel discomfort and pain whenever he sat for long periods or lifted heavy objects. A few weeks ago, more symptoms appeared, greatly worrying him. Kristoffer has two children and continues to support his elderly parents, making his health concerns even more distressing for him. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. Kristoffer was diagnosed with hemorrhoids, and he needs surgery to address his symptoms. On January 29th, Kristoffer will undergo a hemorrhoidectomy. He needs help to raise $978 to fund his procedure and care. Kristoffer said, "Hopefully, I can move more freely after the operation. I do not want to worry about my condition again. Instead, I want to focus my energy on our business and taking care of my children and parents."

Dave is 31 years old and a farmer from the Philippines. He is the sole caregiver for his father, who has hypertension and gout. He works as a farmer, raising chickens and planting root crops. He admits that his work does not earn much, and his limited income makes it hard for him and his father to meet their daily needs. At times, his siblings help by giving money to pay for electricity, water, and his father’s medicines. Dave first noticed swelling and pain when he was in high school. By the time he reached college, the pain was unbearable. It comes and goes, and each time it happens, he finds it difficult to walk and carry out his daily activities. Dave was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia and needs surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. On January 28th, Dave will undergo hernia repair surgery to address his symptoms and allow him to live more comfortably. He needs help to raise $1,121 to fund his procedure and care. Dave shared, "I have always worried that my hernia would get worse. With surgery, I hope I will no longer feel afraid every day. I want to work properly again and be free from the heavy feeling of constantly wondering when my hernia will act up."

Lucy is a 63-year-old woman from Kenya. Four years ago, Lucy lost two of her sons in an accident. Being a single mother and having depended on them, this loss was extremely difficult for her. Lucy engages in small-scale farming. She largely depends on her siblings for financial support. For the last nine months, Lucy has been experiencing postmenopausal bleeding and backache. She has visited several health facilities without consistent treatment. In October, during World Breast Cancer Awareness Month, our medical partner's care center, Nazareth Hospital, conducted a free community screening and testing for cancer. Lucy availed of the screening and was diagnosed with uterine hypertrophy and needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $657 to fund Lucy's surgery. On December 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery, and once recovered, Lucy will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Lucy said, "I was very scared when the doctor said I would be done biopsy. I feared the possibility of cancer. I was very thankful to God when the doctor told me that the condition I have can be treated. I can't wait to have it done so that I avoid the risk of cancer. I plead for help since I have no way of getting the hospital fee."

K is a 53-year-old man from Burma. Currently, he lives with his wife in Mae Ramat District, Tak Province, Thailand. Originally from Karen State, Burma, K and his family moved to Thailand in 2023 in search of better job opportunities. Currently, K works as a general day laborer while his wife is a homemaker. In December 2024, K began experiencing a discharge from his right nostril, along with sneezing and difficulty breathing. Due to financial constraints, he did not visit a clinic. Instead, he took traditional medicines on his own, but his symptoms persisted. In July 2025, K visited a hospital, where he was diagnosed with a right nasal polyp. He was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot Hospital, where he was advised he needed surgery. K continues to experience discharge, nasal blockage, and difficulty breathing. These ongoing symptoms have left him feeling depressed and worried about his health. Doctors want to perform a sinus endoscopic surgery to remove any blockages in the sinuses and improve airflow through the nose. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 for this procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place on September 17th. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully alleviate his symptoms. K expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you so much to BCMF and the donors for assisting with my treatment costs. Without you, my surgery would not be possible. I hope you can continue to support patients like me in the future.”

Monny Reach and his family are from Takeo Province, Cambodia, about four hours away from the capital city of Phnom Penh. He is the youngest of two siblings, with an older brother who is ten years old and in fourth grade. His father works as a taxi driver, and his mother sells groceries. At home, Monny enjoys playing with toy cars and spending time with his mother. He loves all types of Khmer soups, especially lemongrass sour soup. When Monny Reach was about a year old, his parents noticed weakness in his foot when he was unable to stand after pulling himself up using furniture. They took him to a children's hospital, where a doctor observed that his spine was not straight and suspected a spinal deformity. The doctor recommended that he visit an organization for further evaluation, where he was advised to wear a brace. However, due to a respiratory disease he had as a baby, Monny Reach often struggled to breathe, making it impossible for him to wear the brace. He did not begin walking on his own until he was two and a half years old. Recently, Monny Reach's parents learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), through social media and sought treatment. In February, he was diagnosed with infantile scoliosis, which causes his spine to curve or twist. This condition can eventually affect his chest and lungs, making it harder for him to breathe. Although Monny does not feel pain, he experiences difficulty breathing and sitting for long periods. On August 12th, Monny Reach will undergo spinal surgery to correct his scoliosis and stabilize his spine. This surgery is expected to improve his posture and allow him to live a healthier life as he grows. His family hopes that the operation will help him breathe better and prevent future complications, but they need assistance covering the $1,500 cost of the procedure. This amount includes surgery, metal spinal implants, anesthesia, medication, and postoperative care. Monny Reach's parents said, "After the operation, we hope that our son will have a normal spine like the other kids and not have any pain. We want him to grow strong and healthy."

Myint is a 59-year-old woman from Burma who moved to Thailand with her two daughters. Myint does not work, but her daughters sell dried fish and shrimp to earn an income. During her free time, Myint likes to go for a walk in her neighborhood. On August 30th, 2025, Myint slipped, hit a chair, and was injured. An X-ray revealed a right pelvic fracture. Myint experiences significant pain in her right pelvis, which prevents her from walking. She has to rely on her daughters for her daily activities. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), Myint will undergo surgery to reset her fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for September 4th and will cost $1,500. The surgery is expected to relieve her pain and help her walk easily again. Myint's daughter said, "Thank you to BCMF and the donors for supporting my mother’s operation costs. This devastating accident left us depressed and stressed, but your generosity has brought us relief. I wish you all good health and the strength to continue helping those who need medical care. Thank you from the bottom of my heart. May God bless you for your kindness.”

Tabiya is a 45-year-old mother of two children from Malawi. Her husband is a casual worker, while she cooks and sells donuts for income. Tabiya derives much pleasure in baking, and her favorite meal is chips and chicken. For the past four years, Tabiya has had a hard mass on the right side of her abdomen. Initially, she did not experience any pain and was advised by some of her female friends that it was likely a sign of pregnancy. Over time, however, she began experiencing some troubling symptoms including pain, backaches, prolonged heavy bleeding, body weakness, and numbness where the mass was located. She decided to seek a medical consultation at our medical partner's care facility, Partners in Hope Medical Center. A series of tests were conducted, and Tabiya was diagnosed with uterine fibroids and advised to undergo a hysterectomy, a surgical removal of her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Tabiya receive treatment. On April 4th, she will undergo the surgery and once recovered, Tabiya will be able to resume her daily activities free from pain. She and her family are able to contribute towards the cost of his treatment, but need help raising $1,363 more to fund the procedure. Tabiya says, "The pain has become unbearable and has affected my work. I am hopeful that after surgery, I will recover and be able to fulfill my responsibilities as a supportive mother to my family."