Collins is a freelance electrician from Kenya who relies on casual labor for income to support his family. Collins is the family's main provider, consisting of his four younger siblings, his widowed mother, his wife, and their two-year-old child. In October 2022, Collins was involved in a serious motorcycle accident on his way home from work and fractured his left leg. After surgery, an internal fixation device was installed, but unfortunately, he was still unable to walk and continued to experience pain even after his discharge. Scans revealed the device was misplaced, resulting in further surgery to remove and replace the device. The second set of surgeries was a success and Collins could finally walk again. Tragically, in July 2024, Collins suffered another setback. He slipped and fell in the bathroom, fracturing the bone above his left knee. He was diagnosed with a fracture of the left distal femur which requires immediate surgery. Unfortunately, Collins cannot afford the cost of the surgery. His insurance covered previous medical expenses but has now reached its limit. On September 16th, Collins will undergo a fracture repair procedure, called an open reduction and internal fixation. This procedure will help him walk again, regain his livelihood, and continue supporting his family. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, requests $1,042 to fund this procedure. Collins says, “My family has struggled since my accident, I am unable to provide for them and this pains me so much.”

Hong is a 61-year-old grocery seller from Cambodia. He is married with two daughters, two sons, and six grandchildren. His wife stays home to manage the household and care for one of his sons who has a mental health condition. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music and news on his small portable radio. About a year ago, Hong developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him sensitivity to light and blurred vision. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so is not able to go places on his own. He is unable to help around the house and feels bad because he considers it part of his responsibility to his family. When Hong learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for six hours seeking treatment. On October 8th, doctors are scheduled to perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. Hong's family can contribute $25 but needs help to raise $228 more to fund this procedure. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Hong added "I hope that after my operation, my eyesight will improve. I want to recognize my family's faces and continue to work."

Biyana is a toddler from Ethiopia who loves to play with his mom and other children. He loves to play with balls and toy cars. His mom is a daily laborer who washes clothes for a living. She is a single mom who works hard to support her mother and Biyana. Biyana was born with hypospadias, a condition that causes urinary dysfunction. His mother knew about his condition at birth and was informed that surgery could be done when the child was seven years old. However, she later heard that kids as young as Biyana were going to Addis Ababa, the capital city, for treatment. After securing support for transportation, Biyana was brought to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre. There, doctors confirmed Biyana's condition and scheduled him for surgery. Fortunately, Biyana is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on June 18th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $1,293 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. The surgery will relieve Biyana of discomfort and pain, and reduce the risk of future health complications. Biyana's mother said, “After the surgery, we hope he will be healthy and grow up like other children.”