Naing is a 12-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his parents and elder brother in a refugee camp in Thailand. He and his brother are students, and his mother is a homemaker. His father works as an agricultural day laborer outside of the camp. Since January 2020, Naing has had an inguinal hernia. Currently, Naing experiences pain, discomfort, and swelling. Sometimes, he has to skip school due to the severe pain. Fortunately, on September 2nd, Naing will undergo hernia repair surgery at Mae Sot General Hospital, our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund Naing's hernia repair surgery. The procedure is scheduled to take place on September 2nd and, once completed, will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Naing's father said, “Our family faces financial problems, and we struggle to afford my children’s school fees and household expenses, as I am the only financial contributor in my house. Now I am very glad that my son gets support for his treatment with the help of BCMF and the donors. I wish you all the best, and may God bless you all.”

Ronaldo is a three-year-old boy from Tanzania. He is the youngest of seven children. Ronaldo is a cheerful and energetic kid who loves playing and having fun with those around him. His father works as a casual laborer to support the family. Ronaldo was diagnosed with bilateral genu valgum, a condition that causes his legs to angle inward at the knees. Several factors can 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. As Ronaldo has grown, his parents have become increasingly concerned about how the condition may affect his ability to walk comfortably and participate fully in daily activities. They also worry about the challenges he may face when he starts school in the future. Ronaldo's family is seeking care in the hopes that undergoing treatment will give Ronaldo the best possible start in life and allow him to grow, play, and attend school without difficulty. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping Ronaldo undergo treatment on June 2nd. This treatment will restore Ronaldo's mobility, allow him to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease his risk of future complications. AMH is requesting $777 to fund his surgery. Ronaldo's mother said, "We want Ronaldo to grow up strong, walk comfortably, and one day go to school like his brothers and sisters."

Zaw is a 46-year-old man from Burma. He lives by himself in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. His wife and son still live in Burma. In November 2025, while fleeing from Burmese soldiers, Zaw ran and fell to the ground. Despite being in pain, he continued to run until he reached Thailand, where he was able to seek help from locals in the area. He sought treatment at various health facilities and was finally referred to our medical partner's care center, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital, for specialized care. Zaw was diagnosed with a left distal femur fracture and has been unable to work. A non-profit has been supporting him for his daily needs, but Zaw needs surgery to facilitate healing and prevent future health complications. He is in pain and can only walk with crutches. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Zaw will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for May 1st and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help Zaw able to walk again and be free from pain Zaw expressed his gratitude, saying, “Thank you so much to this organization and the donors for your willingness to support my treatment costs. Although I do not know everyone personally, I will always remember your kindness and support. Without your help, I would have faced permanent disability in my left leg, as I had no one else to ask for help.”

Kaung is a six-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his mother, older sister, and younger brother in Phop Prah District, Tak Province, Thailand. In January 2025, they left their home in Bago Division, Burma, to escape the violence around their village due to the civil war and in search of better job opportunities. Since the family moved to Thailand, Kaung’s mother has been unable to register Kaung for school. However, in May 2026, he will resume his education in grade 1. Kaung’s older sister is a homemaker, and his younger brother is too young to go to school. Kaung’s mother is an agricultural day labourer, but work is not always available. Kaung and his family live in a raised bamboo house and need to climb up a ladder at the entrance to enter their home. On the 20th of March 2026, Kaung was at the top of the ladder, taking in laundry that was drying outside, when he fell backwards onto the stones on the ground below. He fell on his right side and reached his arm out during the fall. He began to cry, and his mother found him on the ground in severe pain, with massive swelling around his elbow. She called their neighbours who could speak Thai, and together they brought Kaung to a local clinic. He was referred to a bigger hospital, where an X-ray revealed he had fractured his elbow and needed surgery. Kaung is in constant pain, affecting his sleep and ability to perform daily tasks, such as eating and dressing himself. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Kaung will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for April 3rd and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help Kaung to grab things and eat properly again. He will no longer be in pain after surgery. Kaung's mother said, “When the hospital talked about money, my son started to cry, because he knew that I could not afford his treatment. He is a good boy for the family and understands our situation. He told me that he did not want to receive treatment so we wouldn’t have to borrow money.”

Paw is a 24-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband and son in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. Her husband is a farmer, while Paw is a homemaker. During her free time, she enjoys cleaning her house and sometimes helping her husband on his farm. In the future, she and her husband would like to raise some animals on their farm. Paw is currently expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section due to a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Paw undergo a C-Section on March 3rd. This procedure will cost $1500, and Paw needs your support. Paw said, “If possible would love to have a girl this time since I already have a son.”

Dah is a 24-year-old woman from Thailand. She lives with her husband, her daughter, and her brother's family. Her mother passed away when she was little, so Dah grew up with her relatives. Her daughter and nephew go to school, and her brother and her husband work as agricultural day laborers. During her free time, she loves to spend time with her daughter, niece, and nephew, and do the household chores. Dah is currently expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Dah undergo a C-Section on February 3rd, and the procedure will cost $1500. Dah needs your support to raise funds for her delivery. Dah said, "I would like to say thank you to donors for your support. I really appreciated it. Without your support, our family cannot afford to pay for my C-section cost. Thank you for making me less worried about my financial problem."

Alan is a cheerful three-year-old boy who lives with his family in Columbia. He is an active child who especially enjoys playing with cars, animals, and water. Although he has not yet decided what he wants to be when he grows up, he always says he wants “cars.” About eight months ago, Alan's family brought him to a pediatric dentist because he was experiencing pain and bleeding in his mouth while eating. It was discovered that he has dental caries and that his upper teeth have deteriorated. His family cannot afford the proposed treatment, which would require general anesthesia. Now, Alan has constant pain and great difficulty eating, and his mother has shared that it is very hard for the family to see him in pain. Thankfully, our medical partner, Clinica Noel, can help. They are requesting $868 to fund Alan's dental treatment, which will take place on December 15th. Alan's mother shares, "Receiving this support would be like a ray of hope that brings us peace of mind. It means that my son will be able to eat without pain, smile without fear, and live his childhood with greater well-being. From the bottom of my heart, thank you for thinking of us, for believing in our need, and for reaching out to us on a journey that has been long and full of difficult moments."

Savoeun is a 53-year-old man from Kompong Thom province in Cambodia. He is married with three children; his eldest is a university student, his second born is in grade 10, and his youngest is in kindergarten. His wife sells vegetables at a local market to support the family. In his free time, Savoeun enjoys planting fruits and vegetables and feeding his hens. He used to work as a construction worker but can no longer do this due to his condition. In 2010, Savoeun was in a motorbike accident and fractured several bones. He was prescribed steroids for pain. Over time, he developed avascular necrosis of his hip, a condition where the blood supply to the ball-shaped part of the thigh bone (femoral head) is disrupted, leading to bone death. He has undergone several surgeries, including a left hip replacement but he suffers from chronic infections in the hip prosthesis. He also experiences pain and fever, and is now seeking further treatment to regain mobility and reduce pain. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Center, is helping Savoeun receive treatment. On November 12th, he will undergo an uncemented hip replacement procedure on his left hip. Savoeun is able to afford only $50 for his treatment, and needs help to raise an additional $1,450 to cover surgery, a special prosthesis, medications, post-operative care, and rehabilitation. Savoeun says: "After surgery, I hope that I will no longer have pain, and will be able to walk properly without using crutches, so I can resume work to support my family."