Sopheap is a 49-year-old construction worker from Kampong Cham Province, Cambodia. He is married and lives with his wife, who sells Khmer cakes. In his free time, he enjoys listening to music and playing volleyball. About one month ago, Sopheap developed a cataract in his right eye — a clouding of the eye's lens that causes blurry vision — leaving him with pain, tearing, and difficulty seeing faces and colors clearly. He has become worried about falling and is no longer able to go places on his own. Fortunately, on June 17th, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, will help Sopheap undergo cataract surgery that will help him see better. He can contribute $100, but needs help raising $163 to fund his procedure and care. Sopheap said, "I hope after surgery my eye can see better, stop the pain, so I can go back to working again."

John Dwayne is seven years old and the oldest of two children from the Philippines. His father works at a hospital as kitchen staff and works as a mechanic for additional income. In January 2025, John Dwayne started to complain of pain. He was brought to a nearby health center, where they diagnosed him with a hernia. His father felt hopeless as he could not afford the surgery for his son. He is grateful that his son’s condition will be treated soon, so he can play again with the other kids and enjoy life more as a growing child. Fortunately, our medical partner, World Surgical Foundation Philippines, can help. On January 28th, John Dwayne will undergo hernia repair surgery to address his symptoms and allow him to live more comfortably. He needs help to raise $1,121 to fund his procedure and care. John Dwayne's father shared, "I am deeply grateful because you have included my son in the list of patients for free operation. Thank you so much also to the foundation for reaching out to our province for your surgical mission."

Lysander is 81 years old and a father of two from the Philippines. He and his wife live with their daughter and son, who provides for the family's needs. He likes listening to the radio and reading the newspaper. Five years ago, Lysander was diagnosed with an inguinal hernia. This hernia causes him frequent pain, making him irritable. He has difficulty moving and lifting heavy objects. Fortunately, on February 7th, Lysander will undergo hernia repair surgery at our medical partner's care center, Our Lady of Peace Hospital. A portion of the cost of Lysander's treatment is being supported by the Philippine Health Insurance Corporation. Our medical partner is raising the remaining $1,038 to cover the cost of his surgery and care. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Lysander's children shared, "It is unbearable to see our father in pain, but now he has a chance to live normally again. He is looking forward to recovering and moving comfortably like before."