Stanley is a 64-year-old father of four from Malawi. To provide income for his family, Stanley works as a car sales representative and at a local motorcycle shop, though he admits that his income is often insufficient to fully support them. For the past six months, Stanley has been experiencing abdominal swelling and discomfort. At first, the symptoms were subtle, but over the last two weeks they have become more severe, leaving him with increasing pain and difficulty in walking. This has made both work and home life very challenging. Stanley has been diagnosed with a bilateral inguinal hernia, a condition that occurs when abdominal tissue protrudes through a weak spot in the lower abdominal muscles. Stanley needs a hernia repair procedure, but with his current income, he cannot afford the cost of surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Stanley undergo hernia repair surgery on April 20th. This procedure will cost $500, and Stanley needs your support to fund the procedure. Stanley said, “I am struggling with this condition, which has made my life very difficult. I wish to be able to work and provide for my family again, without pain. I truly hope I can receive support, because I cannot manage raising the funds on my own.”

Meseret is a brave 24-year-old woman from Ethiopia who is independent and works hard in the flower industry to make a living. Since she was two years old, she has lived with the effects of a serious burn accident. Because her family could only provide basic care at home when it happened, her scars have become very tight over the years. This tightness has pulled her skin so much that she can no longer move her arm or hand freely, making her daily manual labor much more difficult. Twenty-two years ago, as a young child, Meseret suffered a traumatic burn after falling into a fire. Due to a lack of immediate medical access at the time, the injury was managed exclusively with traditional home remedies rather than clinical hospital care. Working in the flower industry is physically demanding for Meseret. It requires constant reaching, careful sorting, and a steady hand needed to pluck petals or apply protective chemicals. For this young woman, the tightness in her skin is a major daily hurdle that affects her speed and physical comfort. Even though Meseret has struggled to move easily for a long time, she is incredibly determined. She consistently pushes herself to do extra work, hoping to show her supervisors that she is a hardworking staff member and to ensure her job is secure every single day. When Meseret learned about our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, she traveled for many hours to seek treatment. Fortunately, Meseret will receive treatment on March 19th. The surgeons will perform a burn contracture release surgery to restore a natural range of motion, which will be a life-changing milestone, marking the first time since she was a toddler that her limb has moved without restriction. This change will allow Meseret to fulfill her duties in the flower field without the persistent physical strain caused by the contractures. For her, this surgery is the key to finally working with comfort and moving her body the way it was meant to move. Now, our medical partner is requesting $500 to fund this procedure. "I have lived so long with these struggles that I forgot what it feels like to be whole. I am so excited to finally do the things that used to be impossible for me. I want to work in the fields and move my arm freely, leaving behind the pain and the limits that have defined my life since I was a child," said Meseret.

Cho is a 35-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband, father, two sons, and two younger sisters in Phop Phra District, Tak Province, Thailand. On the 2nd of March 2026, Cho was in a road accident, fracturing her lower right leg. She is in pain, unable to walk or stand, and is unable to sleep. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, Cho will undergo surgery to reset her fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for March 5th and will cost $1,500. This procedure will help Cho be free from pain and able to walk again. Cho's sister said, "Thank you! I am so happy for my sister to receive surgery soon with the support from the donors."

Gilbert is 65 years old and a retired secondary school teacher from Malawi. He is married and a father of five children. His wife is a farmer. Six years ago, Gilbert began to experience troubling symptoms, including a small swelling on his neck. He visited the hospital, where he was diagnosed with recurrent follicular neoplasia of the thyroid. His medical history shows that he previously had a goiter in 1978, which was surgically removed, and he remained well afterwards. In 2023, Gilbert's condition worsened. After several tests, he was then started on chemotherapy for follicular thyroid disease and completed six cycles. He was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, for surgery and specialized care. He was diagnosed with a goiter, which is an abnormal swelling of the thyroid gland. The thyroid is the gland located in front of your neck and produces thyroid hormones. These hormones are responsible for functions such as metabolism, growth, and other bodily functions. He needs surgery to prevent his symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Gilbert receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on February 7th. Surgeons will remove all or part of his thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $1,015, and he and his family need help raising money. Gilbert shared, "My condition has brought in more pain to my retirement life, ending up draining all my resources on hospital support; kindly help me to get better and get away with the stigma around me, said Gilbert during assessment."

Dah is a 21-year-old young man from Burma. He lives with his mother, his wife, two daughters, and other family members in a refugee camp in Mae Hong Son Province, Thailand. They moved to the camp due to conflict happening between armed groups in their village in Burma. His wife is a homemaker, and Dah is a day laborer. During his free time, he likes to play volleyball with his friends in the camp. Two days ago, Dah began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain, accompanied by a fever. He was diagnosed with appendicitis and now needs surgery to prevent his condition from worsening. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Dah receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo an appendectomy, a surgery to remove the appendix when it becomes infected, on January 16th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Dah and his family need your support. Dah said, “I never experienced pain like this before. I would like my pain to go away.”

Sebastiano is a 77-year-old lifelong farmer from Lilongwe, Malawi. He is married and has eight children, all of whom are now grown and living with their own families. Though his children are independent, Sebastiano continues to farm sweet potatoes, maize, sugar cane, and vegetables, selling what he can to support his household and maintain his independence. One morning, Sebastiano woke up with a strong urge to urinate but could only pass very little urine. The pain and discomfort continued for two days until his eldest son took him to a nearby health centre, where he was catheterised and given medication. The relief was temporary. By mid-December, his condition worsened, and his family decided to take him to our medical partner's care center, Nkhoma Mission Hospital. At Nkhoma, doctors examined him and performed an ultrasound. Sebastiano was diagnosed with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia, an enlarged prostate that blocks urine flow. He was advised to undergo an open prostatectomy, a surgery to remove the enlarged portion of the prostate and restore normal function. Sebastiano’s family managed to raise some money toward his treatment, but it is not enough to cover the full cost. After a lifetime of hard work, Sebastiano now needs our help to receive this essential surgery and return to a life free from pain and discomfort. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $530 to fund the procedure. The treatment is scheduled to take place at Nkhoma Hospital on January 8th, and once completed, it will hopefully improve Sebastiano's quality of life. Sebastiano said, “I wish to heal so I can return to my farm, live without pain, and enjoy the days God still gives me with my wife and family.”

Lissa is a beautiful and brave 3-year-old girl from Tanzania. Her smile lights up every room she enters. She is the firstborn in a family of two children, and her parents describe her as curious, playful, and incredibly sharp for her age. Lissa already attends preschool, where she enjoys singing, drawing, and interacting with other children. Her father, a hardworking Bajaji tricycle driver, is deeply devoted to his daughter. Lissa was diagnosed with bilateral varus; her legs bend outward at the knee so that they do not touch. Several factors could 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. She has difficulty walking for long distances. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $810 to fund treatment for Lissa. The procedure is scheduled to take place on December 5th at our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Treatment will hopefully improve Lissa's mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of future complications. Lissa's father dreams of seeing his daughter walk freely and confidently, without pain or difficulty, especially as she grows older and continues with school. He said, "I often imagine Lissa running around without complaint of pain and discomfort, just like other children her age."

Yohane is a 12-year-old student from Tanzania. He comes from a large family of eight children, and his parents are small farmers who rely on the land for their livelihood. Despite his condition, Yohana has always shown a determined spirit and a bright smile. He had to drop out of school because of the challenges he faced walking to and from school. Yohane has clubfoot on his right foot, 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, Yohane's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House, where the medical team will begin clubfoot treatment on November 11th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,119 to fund Yohane's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will be able to walk easily. Yohane says, “I miss going to school with my friends.”

Jane is 46 years old and a mother of four children from Malawi. She sells traditional drinks and fritters, but had to stop working due to her condition. For seven years, Jane has been experiencing severe bleeding. She has been diagnosed with uterine fibroids. Jane was reviewed by a gynecologist at our medical partner's care center, Partners In Hope Medical Center, and was informed of the need for a Total Abdominal Hysterectomy (TAH), a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Jane remains hopeful that surgery will restore her health. She believes that being well again is vital so she can continue providing for her four children, who depend on her entirely. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Jane's surgery. On October 7th, she will undergo gynecological surgery, which will address her symptoms. Once recovered, Jane will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Jane shared, "I have suffered enough; I now just want to get well after surgery and continue taking care of my children as a single mother."

Aye is a 40-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband and four children in Mae La Refugee Camp, Tak Province, Thailand. Aye is a homemaker. Her eldest daughter has had to stop studying to help take care of her and look after household chores. Her husband and two sons are agricultural day laborers, and her youngest daughter is a student. Since July 2024, Aye began to experience troubling symptoms, including pain in her left lower back and upper abdomen, nausea, and vomiting. She was diagnosed with gallstones and advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, her symptoms will continue to worsen and put him at risk for further health complications in the future. After seeking treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), Aye is scheduled to undergo her cholecystectomy on January 7th. BCMF is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of Aye's procedure and care. Aye said, “I feel sad and stressed as I have to visit the hospital every two months for my condition. My elder daughter has had to sacrifice her studies to care for me. Thank you to BCMF and donors for accepting my case for support with my treatment cost.”