Little Amos is two years old, the youngest of three siblings. His parents separated after his birth, and his mother depends on helping hands in her community in Kenya to support her family. Recently, Amos was brought to a hospital run by our partner institution, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, to assess painful swelling in his groin. Amos was diagnosed with a bilateral inguinal hernia, meaning that his abdominal muscles push through a tear in his groin muscle. Doctors say his condition can cause extreme complications if left untreated. It is through the help of members of his local community in Kenya that Amos was brought to the hospital, but his mother has no way of paying the $540 needed for his treatment. Without surgery to repair the hernia, Amos’ symptoms will only worsen and become more painful. His mother says, “I want my son to be free of pain, so that he can live a healthy life.” Let’s come together to help Amos get well!

Meet Joseph! Joseph is a hard-working husband, farmer, and father of seven living in Kenya. While working on the farm late last year, Joseph injured himself in the field. An innocent cut turned into an infected and debilitating wound, and he was diagnosed as having a severe ulcer in need of immediate medical treatment. Since Joseph is diabetic, the surgery is critical. If he doesn't receive surgery, his leg will likely need amputation. For $940, Joseph will receive the debridement and skin graft necessary to heal his leg. Joseph says, “I want to get well so that I can work hard and improve my family’s life.” Let’s help Joseph save his leg and continue supporting his family!

Luis is a two-year-old from Guatemala who is battling malnourishment. He is below normal height and weight for his age, and fighting off frequent infections as a result of his condition. Luis' family would love to see him develop normally, but they often struggle to make ends meet and cannot provide him with the nutrition he needs. We can turn this around. For $525, we can fund Luis' intensive nutritional therapy. His doctor at our medical partner, Wuqu' Kawoq, expects that this treatment will get Luis back on the right track and give him the ability to achieve his full potential. Let's help Luis grow up healthy!

Richard is a 26-year-old husband and father from Kenya. On December 1st, 2013, he was the victim of a hit and run car accident that fractured his femur. Without proper healthcare, Richard's fracture has gone untreated. He has a hard time standing up and walking. What's worse, is that Richard is the sole supporter of his family, and the accident forced him to stop working. Richard needs surgery help his bones reunite correctly. Without treatment, his leg won't heal, and this accident could turn into a lifelong disability. For $1,200, we will fund an open reduction and fixation of interlocking nails to his femur to set his bones up for proper healing. Let’s help Richard get healthy and continue supporting his young family!