Pinieli is a five-month-old baby boy, and the fifth born child in his family. His parents rely on seasonal farming for the family's daily sustenance. Pinieli has clubfoot on left foot, a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. His parents were worried when they noticed the unusual positioning of his foot at birth, especially as they were unfamiliar with the condition. If not treated early, the condition will cause difficulty in his mobility. Fortunately, Pinieli's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on April 21st. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $341 to fund Pinieli's clubfoot repair. After treatment, he will have a high chance of walking normally and living an active, healthy life. Pinieli's mother says, "We were worried at first, but now we believe that with the right treatment, he will walk like other children."

Chanthen is a 20-month-old boy from Cambodia. He lives with his parents and two siblings. His father works as a jeweller, while his mother stays at home to take care of the children and manage household chores. He is the youngest child in the family. He enjoys playing with toy cars with his brother and enjoys eating soup and meat. One week ago, Chanthen had an ear infection. This infection caused the tympanic membrane, or the eardrum, in both ears to perforate. For this reason, Chanthen experiences discharge from his ear and a runny nose. This condition is worrying his parents, as they are concerned it may affect his hearing in the future. It also causes discomfort and raises concerns about possible complications if left untreated. Chanthen traveled to our medical partner's care center to receive treatment. On May 6th, he will undergo a myringoplasty procedure in both ears. During this procedure, surgeons will close the perforations. Our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is requesting $482 to fund this procedure. This covers medications, supplies, and inpatient care. Chanthen's mother said, “After the treatment, I hope my son will be healthy again and no longer have ear discharge, so we can feel relieved about his future hearing.”

Srey Pich is a 12-year-old schoolgirl from Cambodia. She lives in Phnom Penh with her parents and two younger siblings. Her father sells snacks, and her mother works as a waitress in a restaurant. She is the eldest of three children. She enjoys mathematics at school, likes visiting her cousin's house and playing games, and dreams of opening her own salon when she grows up. When she was seven years old, Srey Pich injured her left hand in an accident involving exercise equipment. The injury resulted in contractures of the second and third fingers of her left hand, limiting their movement and function. The contractures make it difficult for her to grasp and hold objects, affecting her daily activities. She also feels embarrassed by the appearance of her hand, which has reduced her confidence. Fortunately, our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, is helping Srey Pich receive treatment. On July 2nd, surgeons will perform a contracture release surgery to improve the movement and function of her left hand, and make it easier for her to hold objects and carry out everyday activities. It is also expected to improve the appearance of her hand and boost her confidence. Now, Srey Pich's family needs help to fund this $572 procedure. Her mother said, “As a mother, it has been difficult to see her struggle for so many years. I hope this treatment will improve her hand function and help her smile with confidence again.”