Chivorn is a four-year-old pre-schooler from Kandaal province in Cambodia. As an only child, he stays home with his mother or accompanies her when she goes to work in a hair and nail salon. His father is a welder. Chivorn loves all flavors of ice cream- when his mother lets him have it- and enjoys playing with his toys. In October 2022, Chivorn cut his left little finger when playing around a rickshaw. His parents took him to a local health center, where his wound was sutured. A scar contracture has developed from his wound, tightening the skin around his finger. He is now unable to hold a cup or a pencil, and he feels pain when he tries to bend his finger. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is seeking $495 to fund contracture release surgery for Chivorn, which is scheduled to take place on April 21st at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre. After this procedure, Chivorn should regain full use of his finger and hand again. Chivorn's mother said: "We hope that the scar will release and he will be able to move his little finger."

Kenan is a 29-year-old small-scale farmer. He is an intelligent, gentle, and social young man who shared that he is still single due to strained financial issues, and he hopes to get married in a few years to come. He is the youngest in a family of three, with two brothers - one is a teacher and the other is a peasant farmer. Kenan is an orphan and was raised by his elder brother. He has a degree in agriculture but was unable to get a job in his profession, so he is now involved in farming. However, due to challenges like limited land and lack of enough capital, he earns less. Despite this, he is actively involved in politics and even holds the position of local council in his village. For four years, Kenan has had a right reducible inguinal hernia. He experiences on the right side of the inguinal region (groin area). He has been taking painkillers in hopes of getting better, but all of his efforts have been in vain. He reports feeling pain when working or standing for long hours, as well as consistent abdominal pain when lifting heavy objects. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. On August 8th, Kenan will undergo hernia repair surgery at AMH's care center. AMH is requesting $230 to fund Kenan's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Kenan says, “The only hope I have of getting better with this condition is by surgery and if I get your support, I surely believe all well be well.”

Chhin is a 73-year-old retired clothes seller from Phnom Penh. Chhin's husband passed away two years ago, leaving her widowed. She has one son, three daughters, and three grandchildren. She lives with her youngest daughter, who is a teacher. In her spare time, Chhin listens to the news and prayers from monks over the radio. About a year ago, Chhin developed a cataract in her left eye, causing itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. She can no longer see people, colors, or places clearly as the cataract continues to worsen. As a result, she can no longer walk to her local pagoda for prayers and feels lonely and isolated at home. When Chhin learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for over an hour to seek treatment. Doctors at CSC were able to diagnose Chhin and create a treatment plan that will help fix her eyesight. On May 9th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $253 to help fund this procedure. Chhin said, "I am hoping to have successful surgery on my eye so that I can easily go out and recognize things, do household chores, and take care of myself and my grandchildren."