Rafael is a 22-month-old boy from Ethiopia. His mother works in the finance department of a government institution, while his father works in the utilities sector. He is joyful and active child, who loves playing with toys and cars. Rafael has a condition called cryptorchidism, meaning that one of his testicles has not descended. This condition is often not obvious to parents and may not be diagnosed for some time. Fortunately for Rafael, an extended family member was familiar with a related condition and encouraged Rafael’s mother to have him checked. Rafael then had an ultrasound evaluation in which his condition was confirmed, and surgery was recommended. When Rafael’s mother learned about the condition, she became worried and anxious for his future. Without treatment, Rafael has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and future fertility problems. Fortunately, the doctors referred Rafael for surgery at our medical partner’s care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). After about a month, the family was warmly welcomed at BKMCM. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), has scheduled Rafael’s surgery for August 17th. AMH is requesting $754 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Rafael’s mother shared, “Thank you so much to everyone at BethanyKids. I hope Rafael will be healthy and that he will have a successful and peaceful surgery.”

Kebede is a 70-year-old security guard from Ethiopia. He is a widower and a father of five. After his wife passed away, he continued working exhausting 24-hour shifts to support his family. Recently, however, his condition has made it increasingly difficult to carry out his work and daily responsibilities. For the past two years, Kebede has been living with Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH), an enlargement of the prostate gland. The condition has been causing him significant discomfort and making it increasingly difficult to carry out his work and daily responsibilities. Physicians at Saglan Wajee General Hospital determined that Kebede should undergo surgery treatment. Fortunately, on June 17th, our medical partner, Saglan Wajee General Hospital, will help Kebede undergo a prostatectomy. This procedure will cost $900, and Kebede needs your support to fund the surgery. "I hope to get better, so I can have the physical strength and concentration needed to keep doing my job as a security guard," said Kebede.

Neng is a 48-year-old factory worker from Cambodia. She is married and lives in Kampong Speu Province with her husband, who works as a construction worker. They have four children, all of whom work in factories. In her free time, she enjoys planting vegetables around her home and caring for her grandchildren. On July 27th, 2026, Neng stood up from a chair, twisted her right leg, and fell to the ground, injuring her right knee. An X-ray confirmed a fracture of her right patella, or kneecap. Her fractured kneecap causes significant pain and swelling in her right knee. She has been unable to walk since the accident and currently relies on a wheelchair. Moving her knee is also painful and difficult, making it challenging for her to carry out her normal daily activities. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On August 17th, Neng will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will repair and stabilize her fractured kneecap, supporting proper healing and helping her regain knee movement. With recovery, it is hoped that she will be able to walk more comfortably and return to her normal daily activities. Neng and her family can contribute $100, but need help raising $500 more to fund her procedure and care. Neng said, “I hope this surgery will repair and stabilize my fractured kneecap, reduce my pain, and help me regain movement so I can walk again and return to my normal daily activities.”