Enifa is a farmer and mother of four from Malawi. Her husband is a builder. For 30 years, Enifa has been experiencing frequent pains, backache, and swelling since the birth of her first child. She has visited many health facilities without receiving much help and was eventually referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. She has been diagnosed with uterine prolapse. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Enifa's surgery. On September 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery, which will enable her to resume her daily activities free of pain. Enifa shared, "Frequent visits to the hospital have drained my cash, and I just want to see myself well through surgery; kindly help me to get better."

Ma Sway is a 39-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband and five children in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. She is originally from Karen State, Burma. She moved to the refugee camp in 2003, due to the fighting in her village in Burma. Her husband works as a farmer, where he plants vegetables around the camp. Ma Sway works from home as a tailor. Four of her children are attending school in the camp, and one is working outside the camp. They receive food rations and cash support from an international aid organization. In March 2024, Ma Sway noticed a painful mass in her left breast. She went to the camp hospital operated by another non-profit, where the doctor provided pain medication that offered some relief. However, in March 2025, she felt weak and felt two firm masses in her left breast. She underwent further tests, where doctors informed her the masses were not cancerous, but she needed surgery to have them removed. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Ma Sway receive treatment. She will undergo mass removal surgery on June 12th at our medical partner's care center, Mae Sariang Hospital. Now, she needs help to raise $1,500 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. Once removed, Ma Sway will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain and worry. Ma Sway shared, “I would like to have the masses in my breast removed because whenever I feel them, I worry they will become cancer.”

Dawit is a charming three-year-old boy from Ethiopia. He delights in playing with other children, especially enjoying his toy cars. He often immerses himself in imaginative play, pretending to be a skilled driver. As the second child in his family, Dawit brings immense joy to his parents. He shares a close bond with his older sister, who treats him with kindness and affection. Dawit's mother is a devoted housewife, while his father works as a taxi driver using a rented vehicle. Dawit was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. Without treatment, he will continue to experience uncomfortable symptoms and will be at risk of future complications. Dawit's parents first noticed his condition when he was one year old. Initially, his mother hoped the condition would resolve on its own as he grew. However, a concerned neighbor urged her to seek medical attention. After visiting several hospitals, Dawit was finally referred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Center. On July 8th, Dawit will undergo corrective surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,293 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. Dawit's mother said, "My heartfelt gratitude goes to you for the exceptional service you provided. I am truly thankful to God for this opportunity. You have treated me with the same respect as others, and I bless you all for that. I pray that God grants you the wisdom to care for my child, and I hope that he will grow up healthy and happy."

Alessandra is a young student from Bolivia. She lives in the western part of Bolivia with her mother, who works as a vendor. Alessandra loves to study math and computer science at school, and she loves to run and play with her friends. Alessandra has a cardiac condition called Coarctation of the aorta. A major blood vessel connected to her heart is too narrow, causing blood to back up into her heart and leading to heart failure. On February 12th, she will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, Surgeons will open her aorta to a more normal size, so that blood can flow through it more freely. Alessandra's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Alessandra's mother shared, "I trust that this surgery will help my daughter so that she can grow up and be healthy!"

Judith is a bright 6-year-old from Kenya who is full of energy and joy. Her parents separated when she was young, so her mother began working odd jobs to secure a living. Although she managed to enroll in government insurance, due to a low income, her mother was unable to keep up with the required premiums and needed assistance to afford Judith's medical fees. Judith's mother is working tirelessly to find a way to get Judith the care she needs, sharing that all she wants is to see her daughter healthy, running, and laughing freely again. For five months, Judith has had a bilateral inguinal hernia. It began with a small swelling, but as the days passed, it became very painful. Judith has been in and out of the hospital, but the pain and swelling have persisted. After a few months, her symptoms worsened, so it became difficult for her to pass urine. When Judith's mother heard about our medical partner's mobile clinic in her area, she immediately brought Judith. The doctors diagnosed her with a bilateral inguinal hernia, a condition that required urgent surgical intervention, so she was immediately referred to the hospital for treatment. After raising the funds for their travel, Judith's mother brought her to the clinic for urgent surgery. On February 4th, Judith will undergo a repair procedure that will allow her to live more comfortably. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $585 to fund her procedure. Judith's mother said: "Judith has endured a lot, and seeing her treated will bring great joy to my heart."

Flossy is 47 years old and a single mother of two from Malawi. She sells secondhand clothes and, sometimes, works in construction. For five years, Flossy has been experiencing abdominal pains, backache, and heavy bleeding. She was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. But since the fibroids were very small, she was sent back home. The pain and bleeding have gotten worse, and doctors have advised her to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, requests $1,363 to fund Flossy's surgery. On April 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Flossy will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Flossy said, "I am tired of these symptoms since they are disturbing my daily activities. I don't have as much energy as before, and I need your support to get back on my feet."

Nae is a 38-year-old woman who lives with her family in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. They receive support from development agencies for food and household expenses. They also have access to basic healthcare and education in the camp. In her free time, Nae loves to embroider traditional clothes for extra income. Since June 2024, Nae has been experiencing pain in her lower abdomen. She cannot sit for long periods and feels tired easily. She diagnosed her with a leiomyoma or a benign tumor in the cervix. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund Nae's surgery. On March 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery that will help address her symptoms and allow her to resume her daily activities free of pain. Nae said, "I would like to have the surgery to finally be healthy again. The monthly follow-ups and not feeling better make it difficult for me to manage my daily life."

May Oo is a 51-year-old woman from Burma. She lives alone in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. Originally from Bago Division, Burma, she moved to Mae Sot in 2021 in search of better job opportunities. Before her condition worsened, she worked in the garment industry producing clothing. However, she stopped working one month ago due to her health. In her free time, she likes to watch Burmese news on her phone and listen to Dhamma or religious teachings. When May Oo was 35 years old, she noticed a mass in her left abdomen. It slowly grew bigger and now causes pain. In January 2025, she visited a clinic where doctors informed her that she has a mass in her left abdominal and needs surgery to alleviate her symptoms and prevent future complications. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping May Oo undergo surgery on February 6th. She needs your help to raise $1,500 to cover the cost of her procedure and care. May Oo said, “I feel very worried about my condition and this situation where I am unable to work and support my family. Since I have learned that my condition requires surgery, I felt very sad and worried because I cannot afford to pay for my surgery cost. Now that I have learned BCMF and donors will cover for my surgery cost, I feel very happy and thankful. When I recover fully, I will return to work and support my family”.

Vanna is a 45-year-old tuk-tuk driver who lives in Kampong Cham province with his wife, one son and one daughter. They all live together in a small rented room in town. His son is a construction worker, and his wife and daughter are cleaners in a restaurant. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music. Vanna suffers from diabetes and has had problems with diabetic retinopathy - a complication of diabetes, caused by high blood sugar levels damaging the back of the eye (retina). About three months ago, the retina of Vanna's right eye detached, causing him to have small dark spots that float across his vision, flashes of light in his eye and partial blindness. When Vanna learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled there hoping for treatment. On October 8th, eye surgeons will perform a retinal detachment repair procedure in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly again. Now, he needs help raising $599 to fund his medical care. Vanna shared: "I hope after surgery my eye can see well again. And, I can drive my tuk-tuk well again."

Gabriel is a teenage boy from Kenya. He is the second child in a family of four and in the 8th grade. Gabriel dreams of becoming a doctor someday to help patients in need. His mother does day jobs she can find like picking tea and farming. Gabriel was born with bilateral clubfoot, where both feet are twisted out of shape. This causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. When he was just five days old, his mother took him to a hospital where he began treatment with serial casting. While his condition improved, it was not fully corrected. Gabriel was brought back for treatment, including casting his feet and wearing special shoes. Around this time, Gabriel started having other serious medical conditions, prompting the medical team to pause treatment for his clubfoot. Now, Gabriel is at our medical partner's care center, AIC Cure International Hospital, where he’s undergoing serial casting to prepare his feet for surgery. This treatment is helping to soften his tissues and align his bones, getting him ready for the upcoming operation. On November 12th, surgeons will perform clubfoot repair surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,286 to fund Gabriel's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will be able to walk comfortably, play football with his friends, and feel more confident. Gabriel shared, "I am looking forward to a quick recovery so I can get be with my friends and play football."

Juanita is a widow with two children who is currently unemployed due to her physical limitations as a senior citizen. She is financially dependent on her daughter who is a single parent. Her daughter's income working as a factory worker is barely enough for the family's needs. Four years ago, Juanita began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain and vomiting. She endured the pain for the past years but in the past two months, it occurred more often. Juanita has been diagnosed with gallstones and was advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, which is the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, her symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), Juanita is scheduled to undergo surgery on July 13th. A portion of the cost of the procedure is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,128 to cover the cost of Juanita's surgery and care. Juanita said, "Thank you very much for your help. I hope you will continue helping more patients like me because it really is a huge help. Private hospitals are very expensive and there is no way we can afford it so I am very grateful."

Nhiev is a 56-year-old man from Cambodia. He lives with his 86-year-old mother, and his younger brother in Kampot. His younger brother works as a rice farmer. Nhiev has three children, all of whom are married and have moved out. He now works as a hauler, transporting large logs from tree fields to customers, to support himself and his family. In his free time, he enjoys drinking coffee and chatting with his friends in the village. About 31 years ago, Nhiev was bitten by a venomous snake on his right foot while moving a block of wood behind his house. He went to a Khmer traditional healer, and although the wound initially healed, it kept reopening over the years. About a year ago, the wound flared up again, causing him pain and producing discharge. It has increased in size, is infected and the bone is exposed. Nhiev is finding it hard to move around, and he is in chronic pain. When Nhiev learned about our medical partner, Children’s Surgical Centre, he and his mother traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. The medical team has determined that his right foot needs to be amputated because he has a Marjolin ulcer on his right foot - a rare and often overlooked malignancy that can develop in chronic wounds, burns, or scars. On June 6th, doctors will perform an amputation surgery on his right foot to relieve him from pain and prevent further complications. Now, Nhiev and his family need help to fund this $479 procedure. Nhiev says, "I hope that I won't be in pain anymore, and will no longer have to worry about my foot's condition."