Ronnie is a 25-year-old man who lives with his wife in the Philippines. When he is not working, Ronnie enjoys playing basketball. Unfortunately, Ronnie has not been able to participate in either of these activities due to the chronic pain he has been experiencing. Six years ago, Ronnie had a tooth extracted. As a complication of that procedure, a fistula (abnormal connection) developed between his oral cavity and maxillary sinus, causing chronic infection and facial pain, intense headaches, and discharge. Our medical partners at International Care Ministries say that with closure of the fistula and treatment of the infection, both the pain and discharge will resolve and Ronnie will be able to live a normal life. Ronnie is looking forward to shooting some hoops and getting back to work so let’s help him raise the $900 he needs for his surgery!

Erick is a one-year-old boy living in Kenya. He has a twin sister and two hardworking parents. Although Erick’s parents work tirelessly to provide basic necessities for the family, they are struggling financially. Erick has a condition known as coronal craniosynostosis. The skull of a young child is made up of bony plates that allow for growth of the skull. But this condition puts pressure on his brain and can prevent him from fully developing. Erick’s mom is afraid, and says she prays “his bulging forehead is treated as soon as possible to prevent further damage to his brain.” Without this treatment, doctors are concerned that the major milestones in Erick’s life may be delayed, preventing his full development. We can help Erick and his family by funding the cranial expansion treatment he needs! This treatment will give his brain the room to properly grow. For $1,500, we can help Erick develop right along with his twin sister. Let's do this!

Bernice is a one-year-old child from Kenya. She is an only child and her parents make a small income from their dairy cow. Bernice has a growth that causes severe pain along her spinal column. If left alone, it is likely to cause nerve damage and keep her from being able to sit, stand, or walk. For $1500, Bernice can get a procedure called a laminectomy, as well as medication and hospitalization, to remove the mass and set her up to live a normal life. Bernice's mother says, “I look forward to seeing my daughter walking to school one day. I pray and hope that the surgery will go well.” Luckily, we can make that happen. By funding Bernice's spinal surgery, we'll help her walk, run, and move like every child should.