Noel is a hardworking father of five children from the Philippines. He works as a security guard and is the sole provider of the family. Five months ago, Noel began to experience troubling symptoms, including sudden and severe pain in his abdominal area which affected his back. He consulted at a hospital but was only given pain medications. The pain did not stop so he decided to get a second opinion at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital, where he was diagnosed with cholecystitis or gallstones. Noel has been advised to undergo a cholecystectomy, the surgical removal of the gallbladder. If left untreated, his symptoms will continue to worsen and put her at risk for further health complications in the future. With the help of our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), Noel is scheduled to undergo gallbladder removal surgery on June 21st. 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 Noel's surgery and care. Noel shared, "I am very grateful for everyone who will make this surgery happen for me. With my family's current expenses and my income, we will never be able to afford a surgery like this so I am very thankful. You have given me and my family a chance to live a better life. Thank you."

Libo is a spirited seven-year-old boy from South Sudan who loves to play and explore with his siblings. His family lives on what they grow in their farm, making every day a struggle to provide basic needs. Unfortunately, this means that Libo and his brothers have never had the chance to go to school. Tragically, in November 2023, Libo suffered a serious fall while playing, injuring his left leg. Although his mum rushed him to a nearby hospital, it had limited capacity to determine how badly he was hurt. Despite multiple visits to other hospitals, Libo didn’t receive the help he desperately needed. As the days went by, his leg swelled, and the pain grew worse. Presently, he cannot walk independently and relies completely on his mother to carry him. In June 2024, Libo was referred to a medical facility in South Sudan for the specialized care he required. After thorough examinations, he was transferred to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital in Kenya, in August 2024. It was here that doctors discovered the severity of his condition: his leg has become infected, and the surrounding bones are broken. To save him, they recommend surgery to drain the infection and remove the damaged bones. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Libo receive treatment. On August 6th, Libo will undergo surgery, giving him a chance to heal and return to the joyful life of a child. However, the $505 needed for surgery is beyond what Libo’s family can afford. Libo's mother traveled from South Sudan to Kenya, filled with hope for her son’s recovery, and is now seeking help. She says, “I hold onto hope for my son's recovery. Libo is in so much pain; he struggles to sleep at night as the cold makes his pain even worse.

Elvis is a 19-year-old young man from Kenya. He is the third-born in a family of four children. Originally from Kakamega county, he moved to Kiambu County with his two brothers in search of jobs to support their family. Currently, they work as casual laborers at construction sites. Elvis was thriving at work until just three weeks ago, when he was involved in a devastating traffic accident. After getting out of a vehicle, he accidentally fell, and the same vehicle ran over his hand. He was rushed to a hospital, where doctors discovered that he had sustained fractures in his arm. Although he was fitted with a plaster cast, the bones did not heal as hoped, leading him to seek help at our medical partner's care center, Nazareth Hospital. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Elvis receive treatment. On August 22nd, he will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation (ORIF). If left untreated, Elvis's arm may develop complications such as malunion and become misshapen. Now, his family needs help to fund this $1,048 procedure. Elvis says, “Since my hand was injured, I have been unable to care for my needs because I cannot work with an injured arm. I hope to receive assistance to pay for my surgery, as it's the only solution. After the surgery, I hope to be able to work again and get back on my feet.”