Benyamin is an eight-year-old student. He's in 3rd grade and lives with his mother who works hard taking care of her children. Benyamin's favorite subject in school is English. When he grows up, he wants to be a teacher. Outside of school, he enjoys playing football with his friends. For a year, Benyamin has been experiencing difficulty breathing and swallowing. He is frequently ill, which causes him to miss school. Benyamin was recently diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids, which, if not treated, will cause his symptoms to persist and possibly worsen over time. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), is requesting $241 to fund a tonsillectomy and adenoidectomy for Benyamin. On October 12th, surgeons at CSC will remove his tonsils and adenoids, hopefully relieving Benyamin of his symptoms and helping him live much more comfortably as he grows. Benyamin's mother shared, "I hope he gets better after surgery. I want him to sleep well again and be able to eat food without pain. Once he is better he can attend school without issues."

Naris is a 53-year-old security guard and a married father to five children. He was working as a security guard in a school, but was unfortunately laid off when schools closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. His first son is graduated and recently joined the army, while his other children are still in school. For a year, Naris has had severe bilateral hydrocele, which has led to uncomfortable symptoms. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), is helping Naris to receive treatment. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. On September 15th, he will undergo hernia repair surgery at AMH's care center. Now, he needs help raising $170 to fund his procedure and care. Naris shared, "I pray that I may be considered for treatment so that I may finally be able to live a normal and comfortable life. I plan to start farming to be able to take good care of myself and my family."

Song is a 79-year-old father of five from Cambodia. He has one son, four daughters, and many grandchildren. Song used to work as a sugarcane seller, but now he stays at home to look after his grandchildren. Sadly, Song's wife died during the Khmer Rouge regime and now he lives with his eldest daughter, who is a server at a local restaurant. Six years ago, Song developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him sensitivity to light, itchiness, and blurry vision. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Song learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for an hour and a half seeking treatment. On July 5th, doctors will perform a small incision cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $229 procedure. Song shared, "I hope I can see well enough to visit the pagoda on my own and see all my relatives and family again."