Elijah is a child from Kenya. Elijah’s father is employed casually as a tile technician, while his mother is a stay-at-home mom. Elijah is the firstborn of two children. Since one year ago, Elijah has had a hydrocele. Elijah has been complaining of abdominal pain. Fortunately, on February 14th, he will undergo repair surgery at our medical partner's care center. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is requesting $423 to fund Elijah's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably. “I will appreciate if you help aid my son’s treatment,” says Elijah’s father.

Sarah is a 19-year-old girl expecting to deliver her first child. Upon review in our facility, the doctor recommended a cesarean section delivery due to her short stature and inadequate pelvis. The cesarian section will reduce chances of complications such as stillbirth and birth asphyxia. Sarah was brought up by her widowed mother together with her three siblings. She dropped out of school due to lack of school fees. She started working as a hotel attendant. She says the man responsible for the pregnancy is not supportive. Sarah appeals for financial assistance as she requires surgery but does not have enough savings to cover the cost. Sarah says, “I am hoping to have a child, take good care of him and continue with studies after surgery.”

Saron is a 63-year-old vegetable farmer from Cambodia. She has one son, three daughters, and four grandchildren. When she has free time, she enjoys listening to the monks pray on the radio. Two years ago, Saron developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her blurry vision and irritation. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When Saron learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for two hours seeking treatment. On January 14, doctors will perform a phacoemulsification cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $229 procedure. "I hope that I will be able to see again and can return to taking care of and selling my vegetables," she said.