Dalin is a 12-year-old student from Cambodia who lives in a rural area with her mother and younger sister. Her parents divorced ten years ago, and her mother now works at a food court in a garment factory to support the family. Dalin enjoys studying English and hopes to become a teacher when she grows up. In her free time, she likes listening to English music and doing her homework. Five weeks ago, Dalin slipped and fell in the bathroom, injuring her left elbow. She sustained a fracture and has since been experiencing pain and difficulty lifting her left arm. This has made everyday activities such as dressing, studying, and helping at home challenging. After the accident, her mother sought treatment through traditional medicine, but Dalin’s condition did not improve. Dalin was later evaluated by surgeons at our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, who determined that she requires fracture repair surgery. Without treatment, her injury may continue to limit her movement and cause ongoing pain. Dalin is scheduled to undergo fracture repair surgery on February 2nd. She needs help to raise $600 to fund her procedure. With treatment, Dalin hopes to regain full use of her arm and return to school activities comfortably. “After the surgery, I hope my daughter will no longer have pain and will be able to use her hand properly, so she can focus more on her studies,” said Dalin’s mother.

Prisca is 80 years old and a farmer from Uganda. She has nine children, all of whom now have families of their own and are also farmers. Her childhood was spent farming and herding goats. She remains a strong, hardworking, sociable, and cheerful person. She grows food crops primarily for home consumption, and her husband earns a modest income from a small banana and coffee plantation that helps sustain their family. Her happiest moments are during Christmas Eve when her children visit with their grandchildren, allowing the entire family to spend time together. For four months, Prisca has been experiencing abdominal pain, backache, and other uncomfortable gynecological symptoms. She has been to different hospitals and was once advised to undergo surgery, but lacking the financial means, she returned home to wait and hope for a solution. Prisca was referred to our medical partner's care center, Karoli Lwanga Hospital, where they have a surgical support program for those in need. She was diagnosed with endometrial hyperplasia and needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $219 to fund Prisca's surgery. On March 13th, she will undergo gynecological surgery, and once she has recovered, Prisca will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Prisca says, “Surgery is the only hope I am left with to have my health restored; otherwise, with my income, I don’t think I will be able to raise the amount of money needed for my surgery. I kindly appeal to you for support.”

Kayo is a bright and cheerful boy from Ethiopia. He finds joy in his surroundings and shares a deep bond with both his mother and sister. His mother diligently manages their home, while his father, a hardworking daily laborer and mason, works to provide for the family. Kayo was born with a right inguinal hernia, a congenital defect caused by a weakness in the abdominal wall. The condition becomes more noticeable during activities such as crying, running, or playing. It often causes irritability, reduced appetite, and discomfort, including burning or aching sensations. Surgical intervention is essential to prevent severe complications such as incarceration and to relieve any psychological distress. Kayo’s mother first noticed the condition when he was just six months old, but the family’s financial situation prevented them from seeking medical care. As time went on, the swelling became increasingly visible, even through his clothes. Kayo was referred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre, where he will undergo hernia repair surgery on November 25th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $512 to fund Kayo's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Kayo's mum expressed her heartfelt gratitude, saying, "I want to extend my deepest thanks to everyone involved who is supporting my child. I sincerely hope my child will be healthy after the surgery."

Chhoeun is a 61-year-old retired orphanage worker. She has a large family, with three sons, two daughters, and six grandchildren. Sadly, her husband passed away 15 years ago from hypertension. After his passing, Chhoen moved in with her youngest daughter, who supports the family by working as a rice farmer. Chhoeun said she loves to go to the pagoda every day and that she finds peace listening to the monks chant. Around three years ago, Chhoeun developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, sensitivity to light, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking. When Chhoeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for four hours seeking treatment. On July 5th, doctors at CSC's care center will perform a small incision cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in Chhoeun's left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure. Chhoeun said that she hopes that she can enjoy her life and time with her grandchildren by improving her vision.