In is a 73-year-old retired rice farmer from Kampong Cham province, Cambodia. She is divorced. She has one son, one daughter, and seven grandchildren. She lives with her youngest daughter, who is a garment worker. During her free time, she likes to go to the pagoda and join the ceremonies. About one month ago, the retina of In's left eye detached, causing her partial blindness. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside. When In learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, she traveled for three hours seeking treatment. On November 9th, eye surgeons will perform a retinal detachment repair procedure in her left eye. After recovery, she will be able to see clearly. In's family can contribute $150, but needs help raising $556 more to help fund her procedure and care. In said, "I hope after surgery my eye can see better, so I can recognize faces and join the ceremonies at the pagoda."

Saroeun is a 37-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He lives with his wife, who is also a rice farmer, and their two children. Their eldest child is in Grade 2, and their youngest is 13 months old. In his free time, he enjoys taking care of his children and feeding the family's chickens. In September 2018, Saoeun was involved in a motorcycle traffic accident that caused a closed fracture of his right femur. He underwent surgery the same day at a government hospital, and the fracture was stabilized with a locking nail. Although the fracture has healed well, he often experiences pain in his right thigh during cold weather, which makes farming and some daily activities uncomfortable. The metal implant is no longer needed and is believed to be contributing to his discomfort. Fortunately, surgeons at our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, can help. On July 17th, Saroeun will undergo a hardware removal procedure, which will relieve his pain, improve his comfort, and allow him to continue farming and caring for his family without discomfort related to the implant. His family can contribute $100, but needs help raising $278 more to fund his procedure and care. Saroeun said, “I hope removing the metal implant will stop the pain I feel during cold weather. I want to continue farming comfortably and carry out my daily activities without worrying about my leg.”

Patience is a 31-year-old farmer from Uganda. Growing up, Patience aspired to pursue a career in the banking industry. She successfully earned a Diploma in Business Administration, but has been unable to secure long-term employment. Patience is a stay-at-home mother who cares for and enjoys spending time with her two school-aged children. Additionally, she supports her family through farming activities. Her husband earns a living through casual labor, including offloading trucks or cultivating other people's fields. Patience is pregnant, and her doctors recommend that she deliver via C-section due to a high-risk pregnancy. This way, they can ensure the safety of both her and her newborn. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Patience undergo a C-Section on November 9th. This procedure will cost $252, and Patience needs your support. Patience says, “I don’t see anywhere to get the money needed for my surgery, but I have a lot of hope that, with your support, my surgery will be successful. I will recover well and will continue looking for jobs to support my family.”