Isabel is a one-month-old baby girl who lives in Bolivia with her mother, a homemaker and former biochemical pharmacology student. Shortly after Isabel was born, doctors found fluid in her lungs and diagnosed her with a congenital heart condition called a ventricular septal defect (VSD). A VSD is a hole between the two lower chambers of the heart that causes blood to leak as the heart pumps. Isabel's condition prevents blood from circulating in her body normally, leaving her weak and short of breath. She has been hospitalized since her diagnosis. On March 24th, Isabel will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, a patch will be sewn over the hole in her heart so that blood can no longer leak through. Isabel's family needs $1,500 to help cover the cost of her treatment. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, will need the funds to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgery, follow-up care, and medications. Isabel's mother said, "I pray my daughter improves so she can gain weight and become healthy!"

Mdoe is a 14-year-old boy from Kenya. Shortly after his birth, Mdoe showed signs that his intestines were not working properly. He was brought to several hospitals, but was not given a clear diagnosis. Mdoe's condition worsened. He was visibly in pain, restless, and crying constantly. Mdoe's mother was determined to find help. She took him to a larger facility, where doctors explained that his intestines were intertwined and that he would need surgery. He would require a colostomy bag to help him pass stool. After a few days of monitoring, they were discharged. But only days later, complications arose, and Kinago underwent surgery at the same hospital. Life after surgery was far from easy. His mother took him for clinic checkups several times, striving to remain consistent with his care. But back at home, reality pressed in. Both parents engage in small-scale farming, stretching each harvest to provide for their eight children. Eventually, the cost of continued clinic visits became impossible to sustain. Now fourteen, Mdoe has never been able to attend school. It breaks his heart to watch children his age walk to class while he remains at home. His condition requires him to change his colostomy bag regularly, yet he has been using the same one since early childhood. Some schools refused to admit him. Over time, discouraged and burdened by school fees, his mother stopped trying. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, can help. On February 12th, Mdoe will undergo abdominal surgery that will improve Mdoe's quality of life. His family needs help raising $1,081 to fund his procedure and care. Mdoe's mother shared, “It is painful when your child asks you why he cannot go to school like other children. I see the longing in his eyes, and I wish I could take this condition away from him. I may not have wealth, but I have never stopped fighting for him, even when the journey felt too heavy for my shoulders.”

Clamson is a young student from Haiti. He lives with his parents and younger sister in a city in northern Haiti. He likes going to kindergarten and to church. Clamson has a cardiac condition called a ventricular septal defect. A hole exists between the two lower chambers of his heart; blood leaks through this hole without passing through his lungs to obtain oxygen, leaving him weak and short of breath. Clamson will fly to the Dominican Republic to receive treatment. On January 22nd, he will undergo cardiac surgery, during which surgeons will sew a patch over the hole in his heart so that blood can no longer leak through it. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, is contributing $5000.00 to pay for surgery. Clamson's family also needs help to fund the costs of surgery prep. They need help raising $1,500 to cover labs, medicines, and check-up and follow-up appointments. It also supports securing travel documents for the family and travel costs for the social workers from our medical partner, who will accompany Clamson's family overseas. Clamson's mother shared, "Our family has been praying for this surgery ever since we found out about our son's heart problem. We are glad the time has finally arrived!"

Peter is a 10-year-old boy from Tanzania. He is the third born among seven children, raised by loving parents who survive through small-scale farming. From the day Peter was born, something was different about his feet. His parents noticed that both of his feet bent inward, making it difficult for him to balance and walk normally. As the years passed, the condition worsened. Walking long distances—something every child in his village must do daily—became painful and exhausting for him. Despite this, He is a joyful boy with a bright smile, loved by his family and admired by his friends. He enjoys going to school, playing with other children, and dreaming big, just like any other child. But his condition has started to limit him more each year. He can no longer walk comfortably to school, and running or playing with his friends is now too painful to bear. Peter’s family tried their best to seek help, but with limited financial resources and no specialized services nearby, they were left with few options. Peter has clubfoot, 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, Peter's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on December 16th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,119 to fund Peter's clubfoot repair. After treatment, Peter has a chance to receive the life-changing treatment that will not only relieve his daily pain but also give him a chance to walk, run, and go to school without limitations. Peter says, "I wish that I wouldn't feel any pain walking to school and playing with my friends."

Chantha is a 55-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He is from Prey Veng province and grows and sells rice with his wife. They have one son, who works as a civil officer. In his free time, Chantha enjoys watching the news on his phone and chatting with friends in the village. Chantha has had right hip pain for about three years due to avascular necrosis, which can occur when blood supply to the ball of the hip joint is disrupted, leading to bone cell death and the collapse of the femoral head. This pain has worsened over the last four months, affecting his walking and ability to perform daily tasks. It is worse at night, preventing him from sleeping well and leaving him tired in the morning. Fortunately, Chantha learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre. On November 14th, surgeons will perform a total hip replacement to relieve Chantha of his pain and allow him to walk easily. Chantha can contribute $50, but needs help to raise $1,185 more to fund his procedure and care. Chantha said, "After the surgery, I hope to no longer have hip pain, and I will be able to work in the rice fields and do daily tasks."

Jai is a six-month-old baby boy from Burma. Jai lives with his parents, grandmother, and aunt in northern Thailand. His father is a vegetable vendor for his employer, his mother is a homemaker, and his grandmother is retired. Two months ago, Jai appeared to be experiencing reduced vision with a white spot in both of his pupils. He was diagnosed with retinoblastoma in both eyes. Doctors recommend enucleation, the removal of the eye, to treat this condition. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to fund this surgery. The treatment is scheduled to take place on October 6th at our medical partner's care center, Maharaj Nakorn Chiang Mai Hospital. Once completed, Jai will hopefully live more comfortably. Jai's father shared, "He is my firstborn. I feel sad, and I don't want him to suffer from this condition. I am the only one working, but I accompanied him and his mother for his treatment, and I cannot work during this time."

Violetta is a 5-year-old student from Colombia. Her parents describe her as a happy girl full of light and joy, who spreads tenderness, kindness, and peace to those around her! Violetta is loving, playful, and deeply empathetic. Violetta has an umbilical hernia, which is a condition that causes mild discomfort or tenderness in the belly button area, especially when crying, coughing, or straining, and can include visible swelling. Although it does not usually cause severe pain, hernias cause discomfort that prevents children from carrying out their daily activities, such as playing, jumping, and enjoying their childhood. It can also cause risk complications if left untreated. Fortunately, on September 30th, Violetta will undergo repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, Clinica Noel, is requesting $786 to fund Violetta's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will allow her to live more comfortably. Her family shared: "Seeing that someone, without knowing her personally, has decided to sponsor her is a gesture that moves us deeply. It is a true example of kindness, empathy, and humanity. Their support not only transforms her life, but also fills us with hope."

Myo is a 34-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife, daughter, and son in Tak Province, Thailand. Myo used to work as a day labourer on construction sites while his wife is a homemaker. He had to stop his work for two months because of his health issues. He moved to Thailand in September 2023 to reunite with his family, who were already living there. In July 2023, Myo started to experience a swollen mass in a sensitive area of his body. The mass causes pain and discomfort. He took oral antibiotics and painkillers, which appeared to address his symptoms. In January 2025, the symptoms came back. He did not seek treatment due to financial constraints and the lack of legal documentation. As a result of his condition, he has been unable to work, further reducing the family’s income. Myo sought treatment through our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund. He is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on August 20th, and needs help to raise $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Myo said, “Thank you so much to this organization and the donors for assisting with my treatment costs. I cannot express how grateful I am for your help. I hope you can continue this noble work for a very long time and support other patients in need, just like me. After the surgery and full recovery, I plan to resume my work for my family’s daily expenses.”

Reynaldo is a fisherman from the Philippines. He and his wife have three children, who now have families of their own. Due to his medical condition, Reynaldo is currently unable to work. He now spends most of his time doing light housework and looking for ways to stay occupied. A year ago, Reynaldo was diagnosed with an indirect inguinal hernia on the right side. Reynaldo first began experiencing discomfort and pain in October 2024. Over time, he noticed a swelling that grew bigger. This affected his ability to fish and perform his other tasks. Reynaldo visited our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital, to seek treatment. Fortunately, on July 9th, Reynaldo will undergo hernia repair surgery. A portion of the cost of Reynaldo's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner is raising the remaining $1,038 to cover the cost of his surgery and care. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Reynaldo says, "I am deeply thankful to everyone who is helping us in this time of need."

Chit is a 26-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband, her daughter, two siblings, and her parents in an internally displaced camp in the Karenni State, Burma. Her brother and sister are still attending school in the camp. Their family income is just enough to cover their household expenses. Additionally, they harvest vegetables from the jungle sometimes for their consumption. During her free time, Chit loves cooking. Chit is currently expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section because of a high-risk pregnancy. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and child. The hospital at the camp is not equipped to perform c-sections. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Chit undergo a C-section on May 2nd at their care center, Mae Sariang Hospital. This procedure will cost $1,500, and Chit needs your support. "I am excited to bring joy to my family with the arrival of my baby boy and to also open a shop in the IDP camp after I give birth," Chit said.

Tha Zin is a 25-year-old woman from Burma. She lives with her husband in Karen State, Burma. The couple works as subsistence farmers, but her husband occasionally takes on day labor jobs to earn extra income. Tha Zin was born with an atrial septal defect (ASD), a condition in which a hole exists between the two upper chambers of the heart. Sometimes ASDs may close on their own during development, but sometimes this condition requires surgery to repair the hole and prevent long-term damage to the heart and lungs. Currently, Tha Zin still feels tired when walking long distances and occasionally experiences chest pain. Medications help manage her symptoms, but she sometimes struggles to sleep well. Her heart condition has affected her ability to work on the farm, and she relies more on her husband’s support. The frequent travel for healthcare has also placed a financial burden on her family. Her husband often has to take time off work to accompany her to medical appointments. Tha Zin is scheduled to undergo heart surgery on May 20th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the cost of Tha Zin's procedure and care. For the future, Tha Zin said, “I dream of opening a small food shop, because I cannot work in the hot sun anymore.”

Saw Myint is a 53-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his retired mother, a niece, and a nephew in the Internally Displaced Persons (IDP) camp in Karen State, Burma. As an agricultural day laborer and occasionally as a motorbike taxi driver, Saw Myint is the sole provider for the family. His income does not cover the household expenses, let alone medical needs. For his medical consultations, Saw Myint has to miss work and is forced to borrow small amounts of money from his neighbors. In mid-2023, Saw Myint noticed a small growth on his lower lip that did not go away. He visited the IDP camp clinic, where the medic checked his lower lip and mouth area. He gave him one month's medication and asked him to return when the medicine was used up. However, the growth continued to increase in size and started to cause pain. Saw Myint was referred to our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, where he was diagnosed with cancer. He is scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on February 13th and needs your help to raise $1,500 to cover the cost of his procedure and care. “I do not have much free time since I am the only contributor to the family, but I really wish for things to go back to the way they were before this,” Myint explained. “Thank you BCMF and donors for helping and supporting me, I could not have paid for the surgery by myself.”