Abel is a one-year-old baby from Kenya. He lives with his uncle, his grandfather, and his mother, who works as a clothing washer for her neighbors to support her family. Abel's grandmother passed away when his mother was young, and his grandfather raised her and her brother, and now helps take care of Abel. When Abel's grandfather was watching television, he saw a doctor discussing undescended testes in boys. He decided to check on Abel and realized that Abel had the same condition. Abel's grandfather brought Abel and his mother to the hospital so that doctors could examine Abel. The doctors confirmed that Abel has cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, Abel has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Surgeons advised a bilateral orchidopexy to correct Abel's condition, but Abel's family cannot afford this treatment and need help. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. Abel is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery at AMH's care center on July 6th. Now, AMH is requesting $459 to cover the total cost of Abel's procedure and care. Abel's grandfather said, “I have taken care of my two children from the time their mother died. Even this my grandson I would like the best for him. I don’t want him to have problems like the doctor was explaining on TV. Kindly assist us so that he can grow up like the other boys”

Mon is a 66-year-old grandmother from Cambodia. She is married and has one son, two daughters, and six grandchildren. Together, Mon and her husband work at a roadside drinks cart outside of their home. Five years ago, Mon developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her blurry vision and itchiness. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, and, as a result of her impaired vision, she has been working less and less. Mon traveled for three hours to seek treatment from our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre. On April 27th, doctors at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre will perform small incision cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in her right eye. After she has recovered, Mon should be able to see clearly. Now, she needs your help to fund this $253 procedure. Mon said: "I hope after surgery my eye can see better and I can go back to selling drinks with my husband."

Chhoeun is a 61-year-old retired orphanage worker. She has a large family, with three sons, two daughters, and six grandchildren. Sadly, her husband passed away 15 years ago from hypertension. After his passing, Chhoen moved in with her youngest daughter, who supports the family by working as a rice farmer. Chhoeun said she loves to go to the pagoda every day and that she finds peace listening to the monks chant. Around three years ago, Chhoeun developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, sensitivity to light, and blurry vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking. When Chhoeun learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), she traveled for four hours seeking treatment. On July 5th, doctors at CSC's care center will perform a small incision cataract surgery and implant an intraocular lens in Chhoeun's left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. Now, she needs help to fund this $253 procedure. Chhoeun said that she hopes that she can enjoy her life and time with her grandchildren by improving her vision.