Lydia is a 75-year-old woman from the Philippines. She enjoys preparing healthy, nutritious meals as a way to sustain a longer and healthier life for herself. She also enjoys watching television to relax. Above all, she remains grateful for the support of her children and does her best to manage her needs while being mindful of their own responsibilities. A year ago, Lydia began to experience troubling symptoms, including shortness of breath, general weakness, and difficulty swallowing. She was diagnosed with multinodular non-toxic goiter and needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Lydia receive treatment. On September 26th, she will undergo a thyroidectomy, during which 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 raising the remaining $935 to cover the cost of Lydia's procedure and care. Lydia said, "I am very grateful for the opportunity to receive free surgery. I hope to recover so I can move more comfortably, care for myself better, and lessen the burden on my children."

Angel is a student from Colombia. He is a bright, responsible boy who is dedicated to his studies, which has allowed him to consistently excel at school. He is known for being curious, intelligent, cheerful, and very active. He enjoys anime, soccer, board games, traveling with his family, and playing freely; he also loves learning fun facts about animals and dinosaurs. He is currently learning to play the guitar and is on a soccer team. Angel began experiencing pain in early 2025, which forced him to stop playing soccer for a few months. He has an umbilical hernia, a condition in which a small portion of abdominal tissue protrudes through the navel. Surgery has been recommended to correct the hernia and prevent possible future complications. Fortunately, on September 30th, Angel will undergo repair surgery with the help of our medical partner, Clinica Noel. He needs help raising $1,005 to fund his procedure and care. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. Angel's parents say, "Thank you from the bottom of our hearts for believing in children and for giving our son a future filled with well-being and joy. Thank you also for supporting us as parents in our mission to always give him the best; sometimes we do our very best, and it still isn’t enough, so your help has been a true blessing. May God reward you abundantly for your generosity."

Van is a 72-year-old Tuk-Tuk tricycle driver from Cambodia. He is married and has a son, five daughters, and seven grandchildren. He lives with his wife and his first daughter, who works in a grocery store. Van likes to listen to the latest news on his phone. About one year ago, Van developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so he is not able to go places on his own. When Van learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On October 19th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $263 procedure. Van said, "I hope after surgery my eye can see better and I can go back to driving. I want to go to far places without worrying about my eyes. I feel happy when I can support my family."

Huoy is a 56-year-old single woman from Kandal province. She previously worked as a rice farmer but has stopped farming. Huoy currently lives with her niece, who works as a tailor. She likes to participate in ceremonies and visit the pagoda. About two years ago, Huoy developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so is not able to go places on her own. When Huoy learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On July 9th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery, and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $263 procedure. Huoy said, "I hope that after my surgery, my eyesight will improve so that I can go out more easily, help my niece care for her children, and do household chores independently. I also hope to live without worrying about my eye condition anymore."

Rabecca is 26 years old and a mother of one from Malawi. Her husband is a cook, while she runs a small business. A year ago, Rabecca began to experience troubling symptoms, including a hoarse voice, frequent coughs, and painful swallowing. Her symptoms have gotten worse, affecting her ability to do daily tasks. She went to a hospital and was diagnosed with a goiter, the 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. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Rabecca receive treatment. She is scheduled to undergo a thyroidectomy on August 19th at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Surgeons will remove all or part of her thyroid gland. This procedure will cost $1,015, and she and her family need help raising money. Rabecca shared, "I wish I could get better to enable me to continue doing my business in good health and concentrating on family support rather than spending on hospital visits."

Bannareach is a 14-year-old student from Cambodia. He lives in Phnom Penh with his parents, who earn a living selling street food. He is the middle child of three siblings. His older brother is a university student, and his younger sister is in Grade 2. He is currently in Grade 8, and mathematics is his favourite subject. When he grows up, he hopes to become a soldier. In his free time, he enjoys playing volleyball and football with his friends. His favourite food is grilled meat. Bannareach was born with syndactyly, a condition in which his left big toe and second toe were joined together. In June 2026, he underwent syndactyly release surgery with a full-thickness skin graft and K-wire fixation with the help of our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC). However, after the surgery, his second left toe remained deformed. Although his toes have been separated, his second toe remains in an abnormal position. He continues to experience pain and has difficulty wearing shoes comfortably. This also affects his comfort during everyday activities. On November 10, surgeons at CSC will perform a joint arthrodesis procedure to fuse his left second toe and improve its position and alignment. This may help reduce his discomfort, allow him to wear shoes more comfortably, and make walking and participating in sports easier. Now, Bannareach needs help to fund this $611 procedure. Bannareach's mother said, “After his first surgery, I was hopeful that his toes would heal well, but I became worried when his second toe became deformed after the metalwork was removed. I hope this next surgery will help him feel better, wear shoes comfortably, and walk without pain. Most of all, I want him to enjoy school and his daily activities without worrying about his foot.”

Vibol is a three-year-old boy from Cambodia. He lives with his parents and is the only child in the family. His father works as a rice farmer, while his mother is a primary school teacher. He enjoys playing with toys, drinking milk, and eating mangoes. Vibol was born with syndactyly of his left hand. This means that his middle and ring fingers on his left hand are joined together. The joined fingers make it difficult for him to hold and pick up objects. His parents also worry that he may feel shy about the appearance of his hand as he grows older. Fortunately, on November 11th, surgeons will perform a syndactyly repair procedure to separate and release the fused fingers. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $462 to fund this procedure. After surgery, he will be able to use his fingers more independently and hold objects more easily, making playing and everyday activities more comfortable as he grows. Vibol's mother said, “I hope the surgery will help my son use his left hand more easily, especially when holding and picking up things. I want him to play, learn, and do everyday activities like other children. Most of all, I hope he will grow up feeling confident and never feel shy or different because of his hand.”

Sim is a 76-year-old widow from Kampong Cham, Cambodia. She previously worked as a rice farmer and is now retired. She has four sons, four daughters, and twenty-two grandchildren. She lives alone in a house near her youngest daughter, who works in a garment factory. Her children provide support when needed. In her free time, Sim enjoys listening to the radio and listening to monks' prayers. Three years ago, Sim developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. A cataract is a clouding of the lens of the eye, so it is like looking through a frosty or fogged-up window. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she is not able to go places on her own. When Sim learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On July 8th, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $263 procedure. Sim shared, "I hope that after cataract surgery, my vision will improve so that I can recognize her relatives easily, go outside and travel to more distant places independently, and no longer worry about my eyesight."

Felix is a 30-year-old farmer from Malawi. He is married with one child, and enjoys playing soccer during his free time. Felix values an active life, but for the past seven months, persistent abdominal pain has made it difficult for him to enjoy the life he once knew. Early this year, Felix started experiencing a twisting pain, and burning sensation in his abdomen several times throughout the day. Seeking relief, he visited several clinics, but none provided a lasting solution. After an assessment at a district hospital, he was advised to seek specialized care at a facility that offers surgical services. Recently, Felix made the two-hour journey to Nkhoma Mission Hospital. At the hospital, he was diagnosed with an umbilical hernia, which is a tissue bulge in the belly button area, that occurs due to a weak spot in the abdominal wall. Felix was informed that he needed surgery, but the cost exceeded what he could afford. Having already spent a significant amount on seeking treatment and transportation, and with limited resources and a family depending on him, he is now seeking support to undergo the surgery. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Felix receive treatment. On September 22nd, he is scheduled to undergo hernia repair surgery to recover from the painful symptoms, allowing him to return to work, care for his family and go back to his everyday life. Now, Felix needs help to fund this $421 procedure. He says, “I am hoping that after the surgery, I will be free from this pain and able to return to my farm. I want to work hard for my wife and child, provide for my family, and enjoy playing soccer with my friends again. I pray that with this treatment, I can regain my strength and continue building a better future for my family.”

Success is a student from Malawi. He lives with his grandmother, who runs a small sugarcane business. After birth, Success was diagnosed with a right inguinal hernia. Ever since, he has been experiencing painful, on-and-off swelling episodes. He has been taken to the hospital on multiple occasions. However, Success has yet to receive treatment that would fully address his condition. Success was referred to our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center, for surgical support. On November 10th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery, and our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $575 to fund Success's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Success's grandmother says, "I am already grateful for what you have done for my grandchild and me; I am looking forward to your promising support that will heal my grandchild."

Sing is 13 months old and the only child in his family. He lives with his grandmother, as his parents moved to the city for work. His father works as a taxi driver, while his mother is a waitress. His grandmother takes care of him while his parents work to support the family. Sing was born with syndactyly of both hands and his left foot. This means that some of his fingers and toes are joined together. This condition makes it difficult for him to move his fingers independently and use his hands normally, especially when holding objects and playing. Fortunately, on November 11th, surgeons will perform a syndactyly repair procedure to separate and release the fused fingers and toes. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $462 to fund this procedure. After surgery, he will be able to move and use his fingers more independently. This will make it easier for him to hold objects, play, and explore his surroundings as he grows. Sing's grandmother said, “I hope the surgery will help my grandson’s fingers move more freely and develop better as he grows. I want him to be able to use both hands to play, learn, and do everyday things like other children. Most of all, I hope he will grow up healthy and enjoy his childhood without difficulties because of his hands.”

Srey Neth is a cheerful little girl from Cambodia. She is 21 months old and lives with her parents and three older siblings. Her oldest brother is in Grade 5, her second brother is in Grade 1, and her older sister is five years old. Her father works in construction, while her mother stays home to care for the children and manage the household. Her favorite foods are sour fish soup and oranges. During her free time, she enjoys playing with slime with her older sister and watching cartoons together. Srey Neth has congenital pseudarthrosis of the right tibia, a condition that causes the bone to develop and heal abnormally. Her right lower leg is curved, and despite previous surgery and pin placement, the bone has not healed properly. The unhealed tibia and leg position affect the stability and development of her right leg. She needs further surgery to stabilize the bone and support healing so that she can have a better chance of standing, walking, and playing normally as she grows. Srey Neth's family learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), and sought treatment. On August 13th, Srey Neth will undergo surgery that will improve her strength and mobility. Now, she needs help to fund this $582 procedure. Srey Neth's mother said, “I hope this surgery will stabilize my daughter’s right tibia and give her bone a better chance to heal so that, as she grows, she can eventually stand, walk, and play normally.”