Gif is a 16-year-old girl from rural Uganda. She lives with her mother and siblings, and they earn their living through farm labor. They own a small piece of land.
Gift helps her mother in their garden. During her free time, she enjoys visiting her friends and relatives. She hopes to learn to weave mats to sell in the market.
Gift visited our medical partner when she was expecting her first child. Due to her age, she was considered a risky pregnancy. Her doctors suggested that she undergo an elective C-section. On December 6, Gift checked into the hospital to await delivery.
Our medical partner, The Kellermann Foundation, is requesting $241 in funding. Gift is co-paying $4. The money raised by Watsi donors will cover all medical costs, as well as prenatal and postnatal visits and three nights in the hospital.
“I thank the donors for the support they are giving my daughter to have a safe birth,” shares Gift’s mother. “I pray for blessings upon the donors and all they do.”
Gift is looking forward to raising her baby. Her ultimate dream is to start a small business that will support her family.