Bom-bom, whose given name is Carl John, is a two-year-old boy from the Philippines. The youngest of three children, he lives with his parents and siblings in a nipa hut, a bamboo structure elevated on stilts.
Bom-bom has been diagnosed with acute malnutrition. He has thin arms and legs, and his mother is very worried for his health. She hopes that her son will be able to grow up strong and attend school.
Our medical partner, International Care Ministries, is requesting $184 to cover the cost of an in-home feeding program to treat Bom-bom’s malnutrition. This will pay for nutrient-enriched food packs, weekly visits from medical staff, and health education for family members. Bom-bom is scheduled to begin treatment on February 23. After treatment, he will return to playing with his brother.