Nancy is a three-year-old girl from Kenya. She has undergone multiple procedures across different specialties, including pediatric surgery, obstetrics and gynecology, and orthopedic care. Each surgery was a step toward healing, yet each also took a heavy toll on her young body and spirit. Anxiety and fear make the hospital visits deeply distressing for her. Meanwhile, her father, the sole provider for the family, lost his job following a motorbike accident and has been unable to return to work. The emotional toll on Nancy’s parents has been overwhelming. Her father's greatest wish is simple and heartfelt: he longs to see his daughter healed, free from frequent hospital visits, and able to live a normal childhood filled with play, laughter, and possibility. Following five previous procedures, Nancy now requires a colostomy reversal surgery in order to restore bowel function and prevent future complications. It is the next step in her journey toward healing and normalcy. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,020 to cover the cost of a colostomy closure for Nancy. The surgery is scheduled to take place on February 5th. Once completed, Nancy should be able to live more comfortably and confidently. Nancy’s father shared, "I never imagined my three-year-old would know so much pain. As a father, all I want is for Nancy to get well, stop coming back to the hospital so often, and live a normal, happy life."

Kanhara is a 38-year-old mother of two and a factory worker from Kandal Province, Cambodia. She lives with her husband and their two children. Her husband works in a factory, her eldest child repairs motorcycles, while her youngest child is in Grade 8. In her free time, she enjoys taking care of her family, doing household chores, and planting vegetables around her home. In April 2025, Kanhara was involved in a road traffic accident that caused a fracture of the middle shaft of her right upper arm. After the injury, she sought treatment from a traditional Khmer healer, but the fracture did not heal properly. She experiences ongoing pain in her right arm and is unable to lift or use it normally. The injury makes it difficult for her to work, perform household tasks, and carry out daily activities independently. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On June 2nd, Kanhara will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will cost $592. Surgeons will perform fixation with a plate and screws, along with bone grafting to stabilize the fracture and promote healing. This procedure will help reduce pain, improve arm strength and function, and allow her to return to work and daily activities more comfortably. Kanhara said, “I hope this surgery will help my arm heal well so I can use it normally again, work without pain, and continue supporting my family.”

Pree is 34 years old and a homemaker from Burma. She lives with her son and her sister in a refugee camp in Thailand. They had to leave their home in Burma because of the ongoing civil war. Pree has been living with lupus, a chronic autoimmune disease, and has had to go into debt to cover medical expenses related to her condition. In November 2025, Pree started to experience swelling and pain in her left leg, which made it difficult for her to walk. She visited the camp hospital, where she was admitted for a week and given antibiotic injections. Her condition did not improve, and she was transferred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot Hospital (MSH), where an X-ray was performed. The doctor explained to her that she had an infection in the bone of her left ankle, and she was admitted to the hospital that day for antibiotics. Due to the high costs of her hospitalization, which required her to borrow more money, Pree requested to be discharged after two days and to continue her treatment in the refugee camp. Doctors want to do further investigation before moving forward with treating Pree. They need her to undergo a CT scan, a procedure in which X-ray images taken from several angles are combined to produce cross-sectional images of the body. This scan will hopefully help doctors diagnose her condition and formulate an appropriate treatment plan. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $414 to cover the cost of Pree's CT scan, scheduled for August 31st. Currently, Pree experiences some swelling and pain in her left leg, and she cannot stand or walk for prolonged periods. Pree said, “I feel sad and stressed that I do not have any income, and I cannot afford my treatment. I cannot spend much time with my son because of my health problems and ongoing treatment.”