Esayas is an adorable 11-month-old baby boy from Ethiopia. He loves playing with toys and exploring the environment around him. As his parents' first child, he brings immense joy to their lives. His mother is a home maker, while his father works as a mechanic at a local garage. The family lives in a small rented house and struggles to make ends meet, their income being insufficient to meet their daily needs. Esayas's parents noticed something was not quite right when they took him to the local health center for circumcision. He was diagnosed with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. The doctor at the health center referred them to a larger public hospital for surgical intervention, but they were placed on a six-month waiting list. After six months, they went back to the hospital but were put on another six-month wait list. The alternative option of seeking care in a private facility was way beyond their means. Without treatment, Esayas will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms, and will be at risk of infertility. Devastated, Esayas’s mother left the hospital in tears. On the way home, she met a concerned stranger who approached her. Esayas’s mother shared her situation, and the stranger advised her to visit our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM), for help. The conversation reignited hope in Esayas’s parents, who promptly went to BKMCM to seek treatment. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Esayas receive treatment. On June 13th, he will undergo corrective surgery to relieve his symptoms, and reduce the risk of future medical complications. Now, Esayas's family need help to fund this $1,293 procedure. Esayas’s mother says, "We hope that the surgery will be successful, and that our son's condition will be corrected. We are truly grateful to all the supporters who are helping our son."

Aung is an eight-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his parents, younger brother, uncle, and his uncle’s wife in Mae Sot, Tak Province, Thailand. His father works as a chef at a restaurant and his mother is a homemaker. His uncle and aunt also work as waiters at the same restaurant as his father. Aung likes to sing and play with his friends during his free time. Aung and his family moved to Thailand to seek treatment for Aung. In December 2023, Aung began experiencing trouble breathing and would snore while sleeping. Aung’s mother took him to a nearby clinic in Burma, where the doctor diagnosed him with tonsillitis. The doctor prescribed a mouthwash to clean his mouth as well as oral medications. Aung returned to the clinic for follow-up visits over the next three months, but his symptoms did not improve. After visits to many different hospitals, Aung was referred to our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. Aung will undergo a tonsillectomy on April 28th to address his symptoms. Aung and his family need your help to raise $1,500 for his procedure and care. Surgeons will remove his tonsils, hopefully relieving Aung of his symptoms and helping him live more comfortably. Aung’s uncle expressed his happiness, saying, “Thank you so much to this organization and the donors for helping my nephew’s treatment costs. He then added, “After his surgery and full recovery, we will send him back to school to continue his education.”

Nashon is a father of four from Kenya. He works at a garage washing cars for clients, but unfortunately, the swelling in his finger has prevented him from working since December. His wife is currently unemployed, so his family relies on Nashon's income for their needs. In December, Nashon accidentally jammed his index finger into a door. At first, the small mark on his finger didn't seem serious, so he didn't pay much attention. However, his finger began to swell after a week, and the pain worsened, eventually spreading to his whole arm. Nashon visited a nearby clinic, where he was given painkillers, but his condition never improved. In January, Nashon was able to come to our facility for treatment. By then, his finger's condition had worsened severely to include intense pain and infection, requiring urgent surgery to clean the wound, remove dead tissue, and properly close it. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Nashon receive treatment. On February 7th, surgeons will perform a debridement and skin graft procedure to help relieve his pain and allow him to recover and return to work to continue providing for his family. AMH is requesting $1,185 to fund this procedure. Nashon said: "Right now, no one wants to be near me because of the smell from my finger. My family is left depending on the kindness of others, as I can no longer provide for them."

Paw is a resilient 26-year-old woman who, along with her husband, young son, and in-laws, has found refuge in a camp in Mae Hong Song Province, Thailand. They fled their home in Burma in 2024, escaping the violence and airstrikes that devastated their village. Currently, Paw's husband is unemployed, and the family's financial situation is challenging. They rely on a modest monthly support of 1,000 baht (approximately $33) from a relative living outside the camp. Additionally, Paw’s in-laws receive 500 baht (about $16) from a cash card provided by The Border Consortium. Unfortunately, Paw, her husband, and son have yet to receive food rations from the Consortium, which are still being processed. Their total income falls short of meeting their daily needs, forcing them to manage as best they can. At times, they incur small debts with local vendors, which they pay back when possible. Paw dedicates her time to caring for her two-year-old son while striving to maintain the home. The family benefits from free basic healthcare services offered by Malteser International (MI) Thailand, providing them with some peace of mind. In her spare time, Paw enjoys cleaning her home and growing vegetables in their small outdoor space, nurturing a little hope amidst their struggles. Paw is currently expecting her second child. Due to a high-risk pregnancy, her doctors have recommended that she deliver via a caesarean section. 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 February 2nd. This procedure will cost $1,500, and Paw needs your support. Paw says: "In the future, my only wish is to live happily and safely with my family, raising our children in a secure environment."

Hadija is a 10-year-old girl who lives with her grandmother and aunt in Ungalimited, Arusha City. Hadija’s grandmother supports her family by selling fried fish by the roadside. Though her income is small, she remains hopeful that Hadija can receive the treatment she needs to lead a better life. Hadija has clubfoot on her left foot. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. The tissues connecting the muscle to the bones are shorter than usual and this causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. Fortunately, Hadija's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on December 13th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,119 to fund Hadija's clubfoot repair. After treatment, she will be able to walk easily and walk well. Hadija's grandmother said, "I wish for her to get treatment and continue to lead a good life. Please help my granddaughter."

Benson is a young, 26-year-old man from Kenya. He resides in Kiambu County, about 6 kilometers from Nazareth Hospital, with his brother. The two left their home in Kitale and came to Kiambu in search of jobs. He works as a mechanic to support himself and his brother. He is the third child in a family of five. On October 16th, he was hit by a vehicle near his home as he was trying to cross the road. He was taken to Kiambu Hospital, where x-rays were done and confirmed he had sustained an open fracture of the tibia/fibula of the right leg. He stayed in the hospital for many days, hoping to undergo surgery. After staying for one month in the hospital without any treatment, his brother decided to take him home. Later, a community health volunteer got word about Benson’s predicament. She brought his x-rays to Nazareth Hospital and showed them to a surgeon, who recommended surgery. Unfortunately, Benson and his family are not able to pay for this surgery and needs help. On December 2, surgeons will repair Benson's fractures with a procedure called an open reduction and internal fixation. After treatment, Benson will be able to use his leg, and the fracture will heal without deformity or malunion. Now, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,048 to fund this procedure. “My wish is to get treatment. It’s been more than a month with pain from a broken leg. I kindly request for help so that I can be treated and get back on my foot, and go on with my life normally,” said Benson

Alex is a 31-year-old man from Kenya with a bright future ahead of him. He graduated in 2022 with a degree in Estate Agency Management but has faced challenges finding stable employment. To support himself and his mother, who works as a casual laborer maintaining offices, Alex has taken on various construction jobs. Raised by a dedicated single mother, Alex is her only child, and they have always relied on each other. However, Alex's life took a sudden turn in September 2024 when he began experiencing headaches and neck pain. What started as mild discomfort quickly escalated, and a worrying persistent headache led a friend to take him to a medical facility. After extensive scans, doctors discovered a tumor in his head. They placed Alex on medication to monitor his condition, but just as he was about to be discharged, he suffered a seizure. This turn of events required him to be admitted to the critical care unit for stabilization. Although he eventually stabilized after three days and was moved to high-dependency care, his situation remains critical. Doctors have been draining fluid from his head, but what he truly needs is urgent surgery—a craniotomy—to remove the tumor. Unfortunately, Alex does not have insurance to cover the costs of this life-saving procedure, and he remains in pain, unable to move independently. Fortunately, our medical partner can help. African Mission Healthcare is requesting $1,500 for Alex's medical care that includes surgery, medications, and ICU care. He is scheduled for brain surgery October 16th at AIC Kijabe Hospital. After surgery and recovery, Alex will regain his strength and return to the life he envisions—a life where he can care for his mother and pursue his dreams. Alex says, "I never imagined I would face such a serious condition, but I am determined to fight it and reclaim my normal life."

Biruk is a 13-year-old boy from Ethiopia. Biruk loves to write and enjoys physical activity. His favorite subjects are Amharic and Math. He also loves singing and enjoys playing volleyball with his friends. Biruk's father is a farmer. Biruk and his five siblings help their father by engaging in casual work and helping on the farm. Biruk was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. As the cost of the surgery and travel to the hospital was too much for their family, Biruk has not had surgery to correct his condition. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and may be at risk for other health complications. Biruk's father heard about Bethany Kids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre and its services from a relative whose son was also treated in the hospital. Fortunately, Biruk is scheduled for surgery on April 23rd. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, requests $1,293 to cover his procedure and care costs. Biruk's father said, "If we did not get this chance, we would not have found a treatment. I hope he undergoes surgery successfully and returns home safely."

Srey Nich is a 26-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. She is married with one child, and both she and her husband work as rice farmers. In her free time, Srey Nich enjoys cooking and playing with her two year-old daughter. When she was ten years old, Srey Nich had an ear infection. This infection caused the ear drum in both ears to perforate. For this reason, Srey Nich experiences recurrent ear discharge and dryness in both ears. She feels uncomfortable due to the ear discharge, and has difficulty communicating clearly with her family and others. Srey Nich traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On August 14th, she will undergo a myringoplasty procedure in both ears, where surgeons will close the perforations. Srey Nich is able to contribute $100 towards the cost of her treatment and needs help raising $814 more to fund the procedure. Srey Nich says, "After surgery, I hope to improve my hearing so I can focus on work and take better care of my daughter."

Mey is a 5-year-old girl from Cambodia. Her father works in construction and her mother works in a clothes factory in Kampong Chhnang province. She enjoys playing with other children in the village and playing with her dolls. Mey was born with Sprengel's shoulder where her right shoulder is higher than her left one. It is a complicated condition causing asymmetry within the shoulder blade and chest area and restricting movement of her shoulder and arms. This has affected her confidence and ability to interact with other children. Fortunately, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), can help. She and her parents traveled for four hours to the clinic. On March 1st, she will undergo a Woodward procedure, a surgery to improve symmetry in her torso and improve movement. CSC is requesting $572 to fund this procedure. After surgery, Mey's family hopes that she will have better movement of her shoulder, grow normally, and have no pain. Mey's mother shared, "I hope my daughter will have a normal shoulder and not be shy about starting school next year."

Hmwe is a 25-year-old woman from Thailand. She lives with her parents, her three siblings - two brothers and a sister-in-law - and her niece in Tak Province. Hmwe’s younger brother is a student. Hmwe is the only income earner in the household and works as a domestic worker. Her income is however not enough to support the whole family, and they regularly have to borrow money to meet monthly expenses. Earlier this year, Hmwe started to experience pain in her abdomen. She did not go to the hospital at first, but bought over-the-counter pain medication. However, her condition got worse and she started getting cramps and back pain. She also started experiencing frequent headaches, amenorrhea and fatigue. She was finding it difficult to continue working. Hmwe traveled to Mae Sot General Hospital to receive care and was diagnosed with an ovarian cyst. On July 2nd, she is scheduled for surgery where surgeons will remove the cyst. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund Hmwe's procedure, which will provide her relief from her symptoms. Hmwe says, “I would like to thank all the donors. I wish them good health and weath, and I hope that all their wishes come true. After I recover, I would like to set up a snack shop for my mother.”

Juley is a 16-month-old baby from Haiti. He lives with his parents who are market vendors, and his grandparents in a small village near the capital. He is a very cheerful and curious child. Juley has a cardiac condition called ventricular septal defect and patent ductus arteriosus. Two separate holes exist in and near his heart: one between the two lower chambers of his heart, and a second between two major blood vessels next to the heart. Blood leaks through these holes, leaving him weak and short of breath. Juley will fly to the Dominican Republic to receive treatment. On May 2nd, he will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons will sew the holes closed so that blood can no longer leak through them. Another organization is contributing funds to pay for surgery. Juley's family needs help funding the costs of surgery prep. The $1,500 bill covers labs, medicines, checkups, and follow-up appointments. It also supports passport obtainment and the social workers from our medical partner, Haiti Cardiac Alliance, who will accompany Juley's family overseas. Juley's mother says: "Our family will be praying for everyone who is helping our son become healthy!"