Meet Justus, a baby boy living in Kenya. Justus is the third child in a family of three. Justus’ mother is a small-scale farmer and his father works as a driver. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF), explains that Justus was born without an anal opening, a condition known as anorectal malformation. Justus received a colostomy when he was born, however he continues to suffer from an upset stomach and is a poor feeder. AMHF explains that further surgery is required and "if not treated soon, Justus is likely to suffer severe infections and he is likely to become a social outcast as a result of his condition." Justus’ parents have visited many hospitals looking for treatment for their son, but unfortunately have not been able to raise enough funds for Justus' surgery. For $1,500, baby Justus will get a three stage procedure which will help him pass stool through an anal opening more easily. "I am thankful that I have finally found the right hospital and I pray to God for a successful surgery," Justus' mother tells us. Let's help baby Justus receive the treatment he needs to lead a comfortable and happy life!

“Her mother thinks that she is the cutest baby girl in the world, but she is extremely worried that she may lose her from this condition,” our partners at African Mission Healthcare Foundation explain. This is Tikidem, a five-month-old baby girl from Ethiopia. Tikidem was born with Hirschprung’s disease, a condition that makes passing stool difficult due to intestinal abnormalities. She underwent colostomy surgery as a newborn, and has been using it to pass stool since then. This puts her at risk of infection, and will affect her social life as she grows up. Tikidem is in need of surgery that will repair her large intestine and allow her to digest and pass food properly, without risk of infection. Her parents are unable to afford the treatment she needs. For $1,500, Tikidem can receive surgery to allow her to grow and develop healthily. Let's help fund it!

Meet Nickson, a happy and active 12-year-old student living with his family in Tanzania. Although he loves playing with his classmates and studying science and Swahili, Nickson had to stop going to school due to severe abdominal pain. Nickson was recently diagnosed with gastric distention, a condition that causes internal swelling and incontinence. Without treatment, Nickson will not be able to carry on with most of his daily activities and will be at risk for fatal health complications. Regardless of being the youngest of eight children, Nickson has a big personality and a large appetite for learning. He is particularly disappointed that he cannot go to school. Nickson’s parents own a small kiosk where they sell non-perishable goods and although they have been able to support their children and send them to school through their small business, they cannot afford the cost of Nickson's treatment. “I wish to become a professional soccer player when I grow up,” says Nickson; however first, he must regain his health. For $975, Nickson will receive a specialized surgery to repair his intestines. This operation will relieve Nickson of his debilitating cramps and allow him to pass stool normally so that he can return to school pain-free and with the energy he needs for the classroom and the soccer field!