Natan is a two-year-old boy from Ethiopia who loves music, cars, cartoons, and playing with other children. Both his mother and father unfortunately lost their jobs during the pandemic. After losing her accounting job, his mother now works at a factory. Natan’s father stays home caring for him, but he is currently searching for a job as an electrician to supplement his wife’s income. They all live together in a rental home. As of right now, family members and friends who know their story kindly help support them.
Natan was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, Natan has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Due to the financial challenges Natan’s family is currently experiencing, they are currently unable to fund their son’s needed procedure.
Fortunately, Natan will be receiving assistance from our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF). He is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on August 23rd. AMHF is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care.
Natan’s father says, “I hope my child will be as healthy as other kids. I have hope that he will heal. Once he heals, I am ready to fulfill all my responsibilities for him. I love to teach him. I also want to work to support him with his hobbies, especially with music. I want to teach him to play at least one music instrument.”