Tai is an elderly grandfather with two sons, two daughters, and fourteen grandchildren. All of Tai's children work as farmers. In his free time, Tai shared that he likes to listen to the monks pray on the radio. Four years ago, Tai developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him tearing and blurry vision. As a result, he has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so he cannot go places on his own. When Tai learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled there hoping treatment to help him see again. On June 14th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his right eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $253 to fund this procedure. Tai says, "I hope my vision improves so I can get around easily on my own and take care of myself."

Meet Boaz, a 5th-grade student and the middle child in his family of three. His mother is a farmer, growing maize and beans to provide income for their family's needs. Boaz was involved in a car accident that injured his right hand. He was initially treated at a local clinic, where he received a cast. However, his condition worsened, so Boaz visited Kapsowar Hospital, our medical partner's facility, for further review. Doctors performed an X-ray, which revealed a fracture in his right radius and ulna - the bones in his forearm. Boaz's wound was also infected, so he received treatment and antibiotics to help heal. Currently, Boaz cannot use his right hand, and he is in severe pain and unable to sleep well. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. On May 10th, Boaz will undergo a fracture repair procedure called an open reduction and internal fixation. Upon recovery, Boaz will be able to use his hand, allowing him to participate in school and help out at home again AMH is requesting $1,145 to fund this procedure. Boaz's family was also able to gather $100 to contribute to his care. Boaz's mother shared, "I feel like carrying this burden for him. He has so much pain. My hope is to see my son well again and be in good spirits."

Nelison is a 40-year-old mechanic from Uganda. He is a father of three daughters and his children are still in school. This is important to him as he was not able to proceed far in school himself as his parents were not able to pay school fees for him. He however later completed a certificate course in mechanics and that has been his source of income. His wife desires to start a business but currently is at home caring for their family. Since three years ago, Nelison has had a ganglionic cyst on his right wrist. This has hindered his ability to use twist his hand with ease yet his type of work requires him to make multiple twists while repairing vehicles and driving. He had never sought out treatment but when the swell became severe in recent months, he came to Nyakibale Hospital. On April 5th, surgeons will remove the mass. Now, Nelison needs help to raise $137 to fund this procedure. Nelison says “I hope to get well after surgery and continue with driving and in good health so I can provide for my family.”