Choeun is a 55-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. His wife is also a farmer and they live in Prey Veng province near the Vietnamese border. At home, Choeun enjoys listening to Buddhist radio and spending time with his family. In July 2023, Choeun was involved in a motorbike accident, resulting in an open fracture of his left tibia, the lower part of his leg. Since the accident, he has needed crutches to walk. He is in constant pain and is distraught that he cannot work as much and support his family. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On April 22nd, Choeun will undergo a fracture repair procedure. He is able to contribute $100 but will need an additional $383 to fund the procedure. Choeun shared, "I hope my surgery will be successful so I can walk again and I can take care of my family."

Sophal is a 59-year-old grandmother from Cambodia. She lives in Kampong Speu province with her son, daughter-in-law, and two grandchildren. Her son and his wife work as ice dealers, while Sophal stays home to care for her grandchildren. At home, Sophal enjoys listening to the monks pray on the radio and visiting the local pagoda. Two years ago, Sophal was hit by a car in a road accident. She broke her left leg just below and above the knee, and her lower left arm near the wrist. She visited a local hospital for initial surgery and care but due to financial constraints, couldn't afford to complete it. She has been using crutches since her initial surgery and is not able to put weight on her left leg. It is difficult for her to walk, or make it up the stairs in their traditional Khmer stilted house. Sophal also has pain in her wrist and a loss of sensation in her fingers, which could indicate nerve compression. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On May 17th, Sophal will undergo a fracture repair procedure, which will help her walk and regain strength and mobility on her hand. Sophal and her family are able to contribute $87.50 but need help in raising $396 more to fund the procedure. Sophal shared, "I hope to walk again soon to care for my grandchildren and cook for them."

Norlan is a 35-year-old father from the Philippines. Norlan did not finish his education, but as a father he is committed to making sure his two children finish school so they will not have to experience the hardships he experienced. He also dreams of going abroad to make sure his children will live a better life. Norlan currently works as a tricycle driver and earns $14 a day, which is mostly dedicated to the family's daily needs. Two years ago, Norlan began to experience troubling symptoms, including irritation, pain, and bowel obstruction. His condition affected his work and therefore the family's income. Norlan needs surgery to prevent his symptoms from getting worse. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines (WSFP), is helping Norlan receive treatment. He is scheduled to undergo surgery on February 3rd at WSFP's care center. A portion of the cost of his treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation, and WSFP is raising the remaining $1,285 to cover the cost of Norlan's procedure and care. "I am grateful for this wonderful opportunity because my income is not enough for the surgery and hospitalization," says Norlan. "We have nothing else to rely on so I am grateful to this organization and grateful to the people behind this."