Jackline is a 54-year-old farmer who is a mother of six. Unfortunately, her husband passed away in 2020. He left her a small permanent house for shelter. Her first born is 30 years old and a nursery school teacher. She shared that her last born is 13 years old but does not attend school as her youngest has special needs and is nonverbal. Jackline supports her family through small-scale farming. A year ago, Jackline began experiencing lower abdominal pains. She has since been diagnosed with endometritis and endometrial hyperplasia, both conditions caused by a thickening or inflammation of the uterus lining. To relieve her pain and prevent further health complications caused by these conditions, Jackline needs to undergo a hysterectomy, which is a procedure where surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $319 to fund Jackline's surgery. On July 5th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center. Once recovered, Jackline will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Jackline says, “I believe I can live a normal and better life once again through surgery. I hope to return to farming very soon.”

Sylivia is a hardworking businesswoman from Uganda. She earned a certificate in nursing, but she decided to run her family's small retail shop alongside her husband instead. Together, she and her husband have three children and are expecting their fourth. Their firstborn is ten years old and in class five, their secondborn is seven years old and in class one, and their youngest is three years old and in baby junior class. Sylivia loves motherhood and enjoys spending time with her family! Sylivia and her husband are currently expecting their fourth child. Due to having three previous scars, her doctors recommend that she delivers her baby via C-section. This way, doctors can ensure the safety of both her and her child. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is helping Sylivia undergo a C-Section on July 11th. This procedure will cost $214, and she needs your support. Sylivia says, “I am hopeful that I will have a successful surgery with a good outcome. I will continue with business alongside my husband for further development of my family.”

Hellen is a charming and playful 3-year-old girl, living with her mother. They live with Hellen's grandparents who are also helping to raise her. The grandparents are small scale farmers, who rely on the crops that they grow, and on any income their surplus crops generate. While Hellen was born a healthy child, her mother noticed that when she began to walk, her legs bent outwards. Ultimately, Hellen was diagnosed with bilateral varus, a condition which is typically caused by the accumulation of excess fluoride in the bones, which results from the drinking of contaminated water. Hellen now walks with a limp, and has pain in her knees when she walks. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $880 to fund corrective surgery for Hellen. The procedure is scheduled to take place on June 17th, at Arusha Lutheran Medical Centre. Treatment will hopefully restore Hellen's mobility, allow her to participate in a variety of activities, and greatly decrease her risk of any future complications. Hellen’s mother says: “I have watched my daughter's legs move from bad to worse for two years, but I cannot afford to seek treatment for her. I am in dire need of your support.”