Benjamin is a seven-month-old baby boy from Bolivia. He is his parents' first child. His mom is studying to become a speech therapist, and his dad works in a call center. Benjamin was born with a heart condition called coarctation of the aorta. His aorta has a passage that is much narrower than normal, causing blood to back up and placing strain on his heart. On November 25th, he will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will surgically repair the affected section of the aorta so that it is a more normal size. Benjamin's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Benjamin's mother shared, "I'm grateful that the children's hospital has these kinds of surgeries so that the doctors can help him here."

Eileen is a 54-year-old mother of four children from the Philippines. She used to work at a local eatery. However, due to her illness, she has been unable to work for the past two weeks. The family’s main source of income now is her husband's pension, which is insufficient to cover their daily expenses and medical needs. At times, they rely on assistance from Eileen’s siblings. Four months ago, Eileen began to experience troubling symptoms, including persistent neck pain, fatigue, and difficulty sleeping. These symptoms lasted for two months, leading her to seek medical attention. She was diagnosed with a multinodular non-toxic goiter, and she will need surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Eileen receive treatment. On June 7th, she will undergo a thyroidectomy, where surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. A portion of the cost of her treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is looking to raise the remaining $935 to cover the cost of Eileen's procedure and care. "The free operation will be a big help not just for me and my condition, but also for my family," said Eileen.

Edina is a 46-year-old lady from Malawi. She is married and lives with her husband. She also cares for her late sister's two children. She sells food, and her husband works at a cement company. For five months now, Edina has been experiencing abnormal bleeding. After several visits to clinics and hospitals, she was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, where she was diagnosed with uterine fibroids. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1363 to fund Edina's surgery. On May 3rd, she will undergo gynecological surgery that will allow her to resume her daily activities comfortably and confidently. Edina said, "Kindly help me undergo my surgery so I can find peace and concentrate on my business and take care of my family."

Cherry is 20 years old and the only child in her family from the Philippines. Her mother works as a housekeeper, and her stepfather works as a driver in a company. Cherry started working in a fast food restaurant to help her family with their expenses. Cherry enjoys watching movies, studying, and occasionally participating in volleyball games during school events. One year ago, Cherry started experiencing troubling symptoms, including a persistent feeling of heaviness in her body, fevers, and swelling in her neck. After experiencing shortness of breath, Cherry decided to seek medical attention in December 2024. Cherry was diagnosed with enlarged tonsils, which, if not treated, will cause her symptoms to persist and possibly intensify over time. Our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, is requesting $1,155 to fund a tonsillectomy for Cherry, which is scheduled to take place on April 12th. Surgeons will remove her tonsils, hopefully relieving Cherry of her symptoms and helping her live more comfortably. Cherry said, "I am truly grateful toward the people and organizations that assist those in need, especially for those who are less fortunate. It is the first time I had experienced such support, and I am overjoyed to know that there are still organizations willing to help."

Tabiya is a 45-year-old mother of two children from Malawi. Her husband is a casual worker, while she cooks and sells donuts for income. Tabiya derives much pleasure in baking, and her favorite meal is chips and chicken. For the past four years, Tabiya has had a hard mass on the right side of her abdomen. Initially, she did not experience any pain and was advised by some of her female friends that it was likely a sign of pregnancy. Over time, however, she began experiencing some troubling symptoms including pain, backaches, prolonged heavy bleeding, body weakness, and numbness where the mass was located. She decided to seek a medical consultation at our medical partner's care facility, Partners in Hope Medical Center. A series of tests were conducted, and Tabiya was diagnosed with uterine fibroids and advised to undergo a hysterectomy, a surgical removal of her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Tabiya receive treatment. On April 4th, she will undergo the surgery and once recovered, Tabiya will be able to resume her daily activities free from pain. She and her family are able to contribute towards the cost of his treatment, but need help raising $1,363 more to fund the procedure. Tabiya says, "The pain has become unbearable and has affected my work. I am hopeful that after surgery, I will recover and be able to fulfill my responsibilities as a supportive mother to my family."

John is a sociable 59-year-old man from Kenya who is married and has four children. John has always placed his pride and strength in supporting his family's well-being, doing everything he can to ensure his children succeed. He was born and raised in rural Kenya and, at an early age, embraced his spirit of independence and ingenuity. He has thrived working in the jua kali sector, where he works skillfully with metal to repair and sell items to support his family. John is also a farmer and grows potatoes and onions on his land and keeps two dairy cows. His wife, a devoted stay-at-home mother, manages a small garden of vegetables that supplements the family's meals. For many years, John enjoyed good health and has been known in his community for his strength, energy, and reliability. However, 15 years ago, his life began to change when he was diagnosed with diabetes mellitus. Despite the shock of the diagnosis, John adapted with discipline and managed his condition well for over a decade. It wasn't until early this year that John could no longer keep to the medication and dietary restrictions, and his blood sugar levels went out of control, and his health rapidly deteriorated. John developed a large, painful ulcer on his leg, with irregular margins and a necrotic base, which is a typical complication of uncontrolled diabetes. Recognizing the severity of his condition, John brought himself to the hospital. On arrival, he was critically ill, with dangerously high blood sugar levels and signs of serious infection. He was urgently admitted and began receiving intravenous antibiotics, wound dressings, and intensive glucose control with close monitoring by the medical team. His journey since then has been long and complex, and the surgical team was consulted concerning the big ulcer and the need for a series of debridements. Unfortunately, doctors also diagnosed chronic osteomyelitis, a serious bone infection that necessitated a sequestrectomy to remove the infected bone fragments. Today, John's wound is cleaner, but far from healed. He is currently being prepared for a flap and medial plantar artery surgery. However, the financial burden is beyond what he and his family can afford, and he is requesting support so that he can undergo the surgery with the hope that he will soon get better and be able to be on his feet once again. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping John receive treatment. On July 25th, surgeons at their care center will perform a contracture release surgery. AMH is requesting $1,239 to fund this procedure. John said, "When I get out of the hospital, I will find a non-demanding business to run so that I can still earn my living despite my age and condition."

Lei is a 35-year-old woman from Burma. She lives in the refugee camp in Mae Hong Song Province, Thailand with her husband and six children. Lei moved to Thailand due to the conflict and fighting in their village. Lei continued to study in the camp. Her husband is a day laborer outside the camp. Their children go to school in the camp. They receive some support for food and healthcare through non-government organizations working in the camp. They also plan vegetables and raise chickens to support their family. Two days ago, Lei began to experience troubling symptoms, including abdominal pain, dizziness, weakness, and nausea. She was diagnosed with appendicitis and now needs surgery to prevent her condition from worsening. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Lei receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo an appendectomy, a surgery to remove the appendix when it becomes infected, on March 13th. This procedure will cost $1500, and Lei and her family need your support. Lei said, “I am miserable for this sickness. I would like to get proper treatment as soon as possible and get better quickly.”

Amina is a mother of one from Malawi. She is married and used to work as a cook before her condition affected her daily activities. For six months, Amina has been experiencing pain on the right side of her abdomen, accompanied by heavy bleeding. She was diagnosed with uterine fibroids and requires a total abdominal hysterectomy, the removal of the uterus, including the cervix. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Amina undergo surgery on February 26th. Amina needs help to raise $1,363 to fund her procedure and care. The surgery will allow her to resume her daily activities without pain. After surgery, Amina looks forward to working again to support her family. Amina said, "I have suffered, and this time, I want Allah to intervene for me to get better and resume my job as a cook."

Yu is a 21-month-old toddler from Cambodia. He lives with his grandparents in Kampong Cham province. After his parents divorced, his mom moved to Phnom Penh with her younger sister to find higher-paying work. She is currently employed as a saleswoman for a local retail shop. Yu loves drinking milk and eating rice soup. Yu was born with syndactyly of his right hand. This means that his 2nd to 5th fingers are fused together, making it difficult for him to use his hand. Yu has some function in his right hand for tasks like eating and playing. However, the fusion of his fingers affects his ability to use his hand fully as he grows and eventually starts school. Fortunately, on February 10th, surgeons will perform a syndactyly repair procedure to separate and release the fused digits. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $444 to fund this procedure. After surgery, the fingers will be separated, allowing him to move them independently. Yu's mother shared, "I hope to see him be able to use his hand more easily and be able to start school without problems."

Kidan is a 51-year-old mother from Eritrea who has been on a long and difficult journey fighting for her health. After enduring a painful swelling in her left breast, she was diagnosed with breast cancer in early 2024. Despite the challenges she faced, Kidan found strength in her faith and her church community. With the support of her church, Kidan was able to seek medical attention and begin chemotherapy. However, the treatment took a toll on her, and she was unable to continue her domestic work. Her 19-year-old son has been her rock, with her husband away for five years, serving their country. Her church made arrangements for her travel to Kenya to seek further review and treatment. In a remarkable turn of events, doctors at our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, discovered that the tumor was not cancerous and could be removed with a mastectomy. This news has brought immense relief and joy to Kidan, giving her renewed hope for a longer and healthier future. But there's one final hurdle: Kidan needs help to cover the cost of the surgery. Despite the efforts of her church and well-wishers who paid for her travel, she arrived in Nairobi with nothing, relying on the kindness of a missionary who is hosting her. With your contribution, Kidan can finally get the treatment she needs and reclaim her life. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,110 to cover the cost of a mastectomy for Kidan. The procedure is scheduled to take place on January 22nd. Kidan says, “I’m relieved to learn that I don’t have cancer. This gives me hope to live and be there for my son.”

Zaw Min is a 54-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife, son, and grandson in Tak Province, Thailand. Before his worsening condition, he ran a bicycle repair shop. However, he had to stop working three months ago due to his deteriorating health. His wife works as a vegetable seller and their income is insufficient to cover their daily expense and basic health care needs. The family has taken out a loan with interest to help cover Zaw Min's medical expenses. Around three months ago, Zaw Min began to experience troubling symptoms, including back pain and he felt like he could not empty his bladder fully. After investigations, he was diagnosed with ureteric stones and the doctor recommended a ureteroscopy to better evaluate him, and a surgery to remove the ureteric stones. Currently, Zaw Min is experiencing difficulty urinating and is using a catheter for assistance. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Zaw Min receive treatment and has requested for $1,500 for his treatment. The procedure is scheduled to take place on November 26th at Mae Sot General Hospital. Once completed, his symptoms will hopefully be alleviated. Zaw Min said “I feel worried and sad because I cannot afford the cost of my surgery. Since my condition worsened, I have been unable to work and leaving my family without an income. I want to recover quickly so I can support of my family again."

Meet Sadam, a 26-year-old married man with one child. He does casual jobs to support his family. On October 14th, Sadam and his colleagues just received their payment after they unloaded a truck containing sand. As they tried to split the money equally amongst themselves, there was some disagreement. The confrontation got heated and Sadam decided to walk away. While he was walking away, his colleague grabbed a shovel and hit him on the left leg close to the ankle. The impact left him with a deep cut and an open fracture. He was bleeding profusely and needed urgent medical attention. His friends took him to a nearby hospital where he was examined. His leg was treated and he was discharged home with pain medication. While recovering at home, his leg became infected. Sadam was referred to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, where he was examined and taken to the operating room for an emergency debridement surgery. This was later followed by an orthopedic fixation surgery. He recovered well and he has now been scheduled for another debridement surgery. However, Sadam can no longer afford the treatment he needs. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On November 1st, Sadam will undergo a debridement procedure on his foot. His treatment and care will cost $505 and Sadam needs you help. Sadam says, "I believe that I will make a quick recovery soon so that I can go home to my family and provide for them."