Phary is a six-year-old student from Cambodia. She lives in a small neighbourhood near Phnom Penh with her parents and her two-year-old younger sister. Her parents sell clothes to support the family and work hard to provide for their children. She is in Grade 1 and enjoys learning to read and write Khmer. In her free time, she likes playing with toys with her younger sister. Her favorite foods are caramelized pork and grilled fish, and she dreams of becoming a doctor when she grows up. Phary was born with an abnormality in her right leg. Three months ago, she underwent surgery to correct the position of her leg. Doctors implanted metal plates in her right leg to help repair the abnormal bone. Recently, the area around the metal plate became infected and swollen. This has caused her pain and made it difficult for her to walk comfortably. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On March 16th, Phary will undergo a hardware removal procedure, which will cost $378. This treatment will help remove the infection and allow her leg to heal so she can walk comfortably again and return to her normal activities as a child. Phary's mother shared, “I feel very worried seeing my child in pain and having difficulty walking. I hope the doctors can treat her so the infection will heal and she can walk comfortably again like other children.”

Meng Hor is a cheerful one-year-old boy from Cambodia. He is the only child in his family and lives in Kampong Thom Province with his parents. His father works as a chef at a restaurant near their home, and his mother runs a small grocery business. He enjoys eating vegetables with pork and loves playing with toy cars. Five months ago, Meng Hor accidentally touched a hot stove and suffered a burn injury to the second, third, and fourth fingers of his left hand. After the burn wound healed, scar contractures developed and caused his fingers to tighten and bend. This makes it difficult for him to grasp or hold objects and causes pain when someone tries to straighten his fingers. When Meng Hor's family learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), they traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On May 20th, surgeons at CSC will perform a burn contracture release surgery to improve finger movement, reduce pain, and help him use his hand more comfortably as he grows. Now, he needs help to fund this $652 procedure. Meng Hor's mother said, “I am very grateful for this treatment. I hope my son will recover well and be able to use his hand normally, so he can grow up healthy, play happily, and enjoy school without difficulty in the future.”

Samachar is a young girl from Cambodia. She lives in outskirts of Phnom Penh with her parents and brother. Her father works in the army, and her mother supports the family by selling groceries at a small booth. In her free time, she enjoys playing with her toys with her brother and cousin. Her favorite food is Cambodian chicken congee. For the past eight months, Samachar has been experiencing a sore throat, difficulty swallowing, and loud snoring at night. The condition makes her feel tired and less energetic in the morning. It affects her concentration and daily activities. Her mother is worried that if the condition continues, it may cause more serious health problems and affect her future health and development. Samachar was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids, which, if not treated, will cause her symptoms to persist and possibly intensify over time. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $345 to fund a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for Samachar, which is scheduled to take place on February 24th. Surgeons will remove her tonsils and adenoids, hopefully relieving Samachar of her symptoms and helping her live much more comfortably. Samachar's mother said, “I hope after the surgery, my daughter will no longer have a sore throat and can sleep peacefully at night. I want her to wake up feeling fresh and grow up healthy without future complications.”

Jeronimo is a little boy from Colombia. He lives in Támesis, Antioquia, with his parents. He is curious and intelligent, full of dreams and eager to get ahead. Jeronimo was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remain undescended. If left untreated, Jeronimo has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Knowing of these future complications has been difficult for Jeronimo's family, especially given their financial circumstances. The opportunity to receive care would represent an immense blessing for their family and new hope for Jeronimo's future. Fortunately, Jeronimo will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, Clinica Noel. He is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on February 24th. Clinica Noel is requesting $1,167 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. His parents shared that they hope treatment will significantly transform Jeronimo's quality of life. Jeronimo's mother expresses her gratitude for the support, saying, "I want to express my deepest gratitude to each and every person who has supported my son. Your generous gesture goes far beyond material help; it is a sign of selfless love, faith in dreams, and light at a time when we urgently needed it. I cannot thank you enough. This surgery, which we have waited so long for, represents a great blessing and new hope for Jeronimo's health. After receiving this treatment, what we most desire is his speedy recovery, well-being, and a full life. We trust that God will bless you abundantly for this beautiful work and for the positive impact you have had on our lives."

Kiya is a five-year-old boy from Ethiopia. His parents both work as shop staff members. He is in kindergarten and has two older brothers. Kiya has dealt with chronic tonsillitis since he was one year old. Tonsillitis is a condition where the inflammation of the tonsils, usually caused by viral or bacterial infections, causes a sore throat and painful swallowing. Recently, Kiya's tonsils have been enlarged, which will result in these symptoms persisting and potentially worsening over time if not treated. Kiya will undergo a tonsillectomy on April 25th. Surgeons will remove his tonsils, hopefully relieving Kiya of his symptoms and helping him live more comfortably. Our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, is requesting $700 to fund this procedure. Kiya's parents shared, "We hope he will finally be able to attend school and play with his brothers without pain. We know this surgery will give him the strong physical foundation he needs to grow."

Sak is a five-year-old kindergarten student from Cambodia. He lives in Kampong Thom with his mother and older brother, who is in Grade 6. His parents divorced three years ago, and he is currently under the care of his mother, who works as a chef in a private household. He enjoys going to school and likes learning Khmer reading and writing. In his free time, he plays outdoor games with his friends in the neighborhood. His favorite food is vegetable soup, and he hopes to become a police officer in the future. For the past three months, Sak has been experiencing difficulty in breathing during sleep, difficulty swallowing, and recurrent sore throat (pharyngitis). This has affected his sleep quality, which has led to reduced energy, and impacted his ability to focus at school. The recurrent throat infections also cause frequent discomfort and illness. Sak was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids, which, if not treated, will cause his symptoms to persist and possibly intensify over time. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $345 to fund a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for Sak, which is scheduled to take place on May 13th. During the procedure, surgeons will remove his tonsils and adenoids, hopefully relieving Sak of his symptoms, allowing him a healthier life. His mother says, “After the surgery, I hope my son can breathe and sleep better, so he can wake up energetic, attend school happily, and enjoy being a child again.”

Jovin is a one-month-old baby boy from Tanzania. His parents were overjoyed to welcome him into their lives, committed to ensuring he would have a healthy and fulfilling future. Jovin's mother is a stay-at-home mother, and his father is a Bajaji driver trying his best to provide for his family. Jovin was born with clubfoot on both feet. 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, Jovin's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House, where doctors will begin clubfoot treatment on April 21st. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $341 to fund Jovin's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will have a strong chance to develop as other children, and avoid long-term disability. His parents remain hopeful and dedicated to following through with treatment, knowing it will allow their son to grow up active and independent. Jovin's mother says, "We wish for him to take his first steps without difficulty, and grow strong."

Meet Seleman, a cheerful and outgoing four-year-old boy from Tanzania. He is the youngest of four children and currently attends preschool, where he spends most of his time playing and learning new things. He enjoys his language classes, and he recites the alphabet letters repeatedly. Seleman's father supports the family by selling jewelry on the streets, working long hours to provide for his children. Despite financial challenges, the family is deeply committed to ensuring Seleman receives the care he needs. Seleman was diagnosed with bilateral genu varus. This condition has caused his legs to bow inward as he has grown. 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. Due to the condition, Selemane is unable to walk confidently, keep up with his peers, and enjoy an easy school life. Seleman will undergo surgery on January 16th at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. This treatment will restore Seleman's mobility, allow him to participate in a variety of activities, and significantly decrease his risk of future complications. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $777 to fund treatment for Seleman. Seleman's father said, "It has been hard seeking treatment for him because these days everything costs a lot of money. Thank you for making his treatment possible."

Rojasi is six years old and a student from Malawi. He lives with his family in a small village in Nkhoma, Lilongwe. He is in Standard One and dreams of becoming a truck driver one day. He talks about driving big trucks across long roads and bringing food and supplies back to his village. Despite his young age, he carries big hopes for his future. For over a year, Rojasi has had an inguinal hernia. The hernia causes him pain, often forcing him to stop playing with his friends, and makes it hard for him to focus in class. His mother has watched him suffer quietly, feeling helpless as she sees her child in pain. At first, the family relied on herbal medicine because of their beliefs, hoping the problem would go away. When it did not improve, and the pain became worse, his mother brought him to Nkhoma Hospital. Doctors diagnosed him with a left inguinal hernia and explained that he needs surgery to recover fully. Hearing this was frightening for his mother, who had no means to pay for the operation. With no other option, they requested support. This brought a sense of hope to a mother who had almost given up. She now waits with faith that her son will soon receive the care he needs and return to school and play without pain. Fortunately, on February 24th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at Nkhoma Hospital, our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $421 to fund Rojasi's hernia repair surgery. Once completed, this will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Rojasi's mother said, “I believe my son will heal and go back to school strong again. This funding program has come at the right time to help my child when I could not do it on my own. Without this support, I do not know what we would have done.”

Moulan is a four-year-old kindergarten student from Cambodia. She lives with her parents in a small neighborhood in Battambang province. Her father is a public servant, and her mother works at a construction equipment shop. She is the only child of the family. She is a smart kid who enjoys writing and reading Khmer literature and playing with toy cars and dolls with her cousins. Her favorite dishes are pizza and various kinds of soup. She dreams of becoming a soldier when she grows up. Moulan was born with amniotic band syndrome, resulting in the absence of her right leg. After undergoing a modified Marquardt procedure with fibula reconstruction, she developed a below-knee amputation stump infection. It causes pain and mild discharge, preventing her from maintaining proper hygiene, wearing her prosthetic leg, and walking comfortably. When Moulan's parents learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), they traveled for six hours to seek treatment. On January 22nd, surgeons at CSC will perform a debridement procedure to treat the stump infection and promote healing, allowing her to wear her prosthetic leg, reduce pain, and regain the ability to walk and move independently. Now, Moulan needs help to fund this $417 procedure. Moulan's mother said, “After the surgery, I hope that my daughter will properly heal, so she can wear her prosthetic leg and walk around easily.”

John Dwayne is seven years old and the oldest of two children from the Philippines. His father works at a hospital as kitchen staff and works as a mechanic for additional income. In January 2025, John Dwayne started to complain of pain. He was brought to a nearby health center, where they diagnosed him with a hernia. His father felt hopeless as he could not afford the surgery for his son. He is grateful that his son’s condition will be treated soon, so he can play again with the other kids and enjoy life more as a growing child. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. On January 28th, John Dwayne will undergo hernia repair surgery to address his symptoms and allow him to live more comfortably. He needs help to raise $1,121 to fund his procedure and care. John Dwayne's father shared, "I am deeply grateful because you have included my son in the list of patients for free operation. Thank you so much also to the foundation for reaching out to our province for your surgical mission."

Sopheaktra is a seven-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives with his parents, who both work in a glasses factory, and his two siblings. He is currently in second grade and enjoys reading and writing. In his free time, he likes playing with his friends and eating his favorite food, fried pork. For the past four months, Sopheaktra has been experiencing difficulty breathing, trouble swallowing, and loud snoring at night. He also experiences frequent throat infections, occurring about twice per month over the past year. This has affected his sleep and overall well-being, and has made it difficult for him to attend school regularly and participate in activities with his friends. Sopheaktra was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids, which, if not treated, will cause his symptoms to persist and possibly worsen over time. Fortunately, on April 22nd, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, will help Sopheaktra undergo a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy — a procedure to remove the tonsils and adenoids. This procedure will cost $345, and Sopheaktra needs your support to fund the surgery. Sopheaktra's mother said, “After the surgery, I hope my son will be able to breathe easily, swallow without difficulty, and sleep peacefully at night. I also hope he will no longer have frequent throat infections and can return to his normal, healthy life.”