Celestine is a 28-year-old single mother of one child, living in Elgeyo Marakwet County in Kenya. She works as an informal teacher at a nearby primary school, under the Parents Teachers Association. Her income is KES 10,000 per month which she uses to support herself, her family and her child. Despite the challenges, she saves whenever possible and has a dream of one day she will be be formally employed, buy a cow and start practicing farming to improve her livelihood. For the past month, Celestine has been confined to a hospital bed. Her illness began after she slipped and injured her leg while crossing a river on her way home. Believing the injury to be minor, she did not seek urgent care and instead visited a nearby dispensary where her leg was dressed, and she was given some medications. Three days later, her leg became increasingly swollen and painful. She sought care at another facility, but as her condition worsened, she finally went to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kapsowar Hospital, where she was diagnosed with necrotizing fasciitis, a rapidly progressive inflammatory infection that kills the body's soft tissues. Celestine was taken urgently to the theatre and underwent surgical debridement of the infected limb, and the procedure was successful. Postoperatively, she was managed in the ward with regular wound care and placed on a wound vacuum to promote healing. A further debridement was planned, and her wound has since become clean and suitable for definitive coverage with a flap and skin graft to allow proper healing and recovery. Unfortunately, Celestine's prolonged hospital stay has accumulated significant medical bills. Celestine is therefore seeking support to help her complete her treatment, regain her health, and return to caring for her child and rebuilding her life. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is helping Celestine receive treatment. On January 6th, surgeons at their care center will perform a contracture release surgery and skin graft, to promote wound coverage and bring her closer to discharge. Now, Celestine needs help to fund this $1,239 procedure. Celestine says, "I thank God for bringing me this far, and I see that I am approaching full closure of my wound. My doctor and the team are dedicated to make sure that my wound is getting better. I am hopeful that this will bring me closer to healing. I look forward to getting better so that I go back to teaching."

Mohamed is a cheerful and curious little boy from Ethiopia. At 11 months of age, he lives with his parents, older brother and twin sister in a small, rented house. His mother is a dedicated homemaker, while his father runs a small neighborhood shop, doing his best to support the family. The whole household buzzed with excitement as they awaited the arrival of the twins. However, soon after Mohamed’s birth, his parents discovered something unexpected. During a routine check before his planned circumcision, doctors found that one of Mohamed’s testicles had not descended into the scrotum. At first, his mother was shocked and chose not to proceed with the circumcision. The hospital where he was born advised her to wait until Mohamed was six months old, as the condition can sometimes resolve on its own within the first few months of life. When there was no change, she took him back for follow-up care at the local health center. The staff then referred them to a larger referral hospital, where another series of examinations and follow-ups ensued. Due to long waiting lists, the family had to wait for a phone call to inform them when it would be their turn for treatment. Three months later, that call finally came, informing them that Mohamed’s case had been referred to our medical partner's care center, BethanyKids Myungsung Christian Medical Centre (BKMCM). Mohamed was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, Mohamed has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. Mohamed is scheduled to undergo corrective surgery on April 7th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,073 to cover the total cost of Mohamed's procedure and care. Mohamed's mother said: "May Allah safeguard my child and grant him a successful recovery from the surgery. May He bless you all for your compassionate support."

Theresia is a 15-year-old girl from Tanzania. Theresia’s mother currently lives in Oldeani, Karatu, where she works as a small-scale farmer cultivating maize to support the family. Theresia always loved school, but the increasing pain and difficulty walking forced her to drop out. The long distances to school, uneven paths, and the social challenges that came with her condition made it impossible for her to continue. It was a heartbreaking decision for her and her mother, who has always encouraged her education. Theresia has clubfoot on her right foot. Clubfoot is a condition in which the foot is twisted out of shape. The tissues connecting the muscle to the bones are shorter than usual, and this causes difficulty walking and even wearing shoes. Fortunately, Theresia's family traveled to visit our medical partner's care center, Kafika House. Surgeons will begin clubfoot treatment on December 5th. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,119 to fund Theresia's clubfoot repair. Her mother dreams of seeing her daughter walk comfortably again, free from pain, and return to school to continue chasing the future she deserves. Theresia says, "It has been painful trying to work at home, go to school, and be independent. I wish for this to change and the pain to stop."

Elizabeth is a business lady from Malawi. She is married and has one child aged 28. She runs a small grocery shop. For about one year, Elizabeth has been experiencing pain on the right side of her abdomen. She visited the hospital and received pain‑relieving medication. However, the pain persisted, accompanied by a sensation of abdominal fullness. Six months later, further assessments were carried out. Her condition has significantly affected her ability to run her business, resulting in reduced income that is barely enough for her upkeep. Her husband is unemployed and also depends entirely on her shop. Elizabeth was diagnosed with uterine fibroids, which are abnormal growths that develop in a woman’s uterus. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, is requesting $1,363 to fund Elizabeth's surgery. On February 7th, she will undergo gynecological surgery at our medical partner's care center, Partners in Hope Medical Center. Once recovered, Elizabeth will be able to resume her daily activities free of pain. Elizabeth shared, "I wish I could get better to get rid of my pains because I need to concentrate on my business."

Nyi is a 38-year-old man from Burma. He lives with his wife and two children in Mae Sot District, Tak Province, Thailand. Now he is a general day laborer, while his wife is a homemaker. One of his children is attending kindergarten, and the other one is too young to enroll in school. Their monthly income is just enough to cover their expenses, and sometimes, their wife’s friend, who works in Bangkok, supports them with their household's basic needs. In May 2024, Nyi noticed a swollen mass that caused him pain and discomfort. He visited the local clinic, where he underwent a physical examination, and after that, he had excisional surgery and was treated with oral antibiotics and painkillers. After the surgery, the symptoms initially disappeared, but in April 2025, the symptoms reappeared. His symptoms persisted, so he was referred to our medical partner's care center, Mae Sot Hospital (MSH), in October 2025. Doctors advised him that he needs surgery to remove the mass. Currently, Zaw experiences pain, swelling, and discomfort. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is helping Zaw receive treatment. He is now scheduled to undergo mass removal surgery on November 6th. He is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of his procedure and care. Nyi expressed his feelings and said, “I feel depressed due to anxiety about my health. As a result of my condition, I have been unable to work properly, further reducing my family’s income. As a migrant, I faced financial difficulties and could not afford my treatment. However, thank you very much to the Burma Children's Medical Fund and the donors for assisting with my treatment costs. After I fully recover, I can go back to work and support my family.”

Belta is three years old and the youngest of two from Uganda. Belta's mother runs a kiosk where she sells vegetables and fruits. Her father does any casual job that comes by. Sometimes he can go days without work. Belta is playful and bubbly, even though she lives in silence. From the time she was two years old, her parents began to notice that something wasn’t right. Unlike her older sibling, Belta wasn't responding to sounds or trying to speak. She only reacted when someone raised their voice unusually loudly. Belta's parents were advised to take her to a hospital for examination. She was taken to a nearby hospital, examined, and given some medications to use, but weeks passed without any change. Belta was referred to many hospitals and advised to take several tests, but her parents could not afford them. Belta was referred to our medical partner's care center, AIC Kijabe Hospital, where she was diagnosed with severe to profound hearing loss. She needs to be fitted with hearing aids to help her communicate better and reach developmental milestones. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare, requests $1,171 for Belta's care. Belta's father says, "After learning about the severity of Belta's condition, we had sleepless nights trying to figure out the best solution. So far, we haven't given up and we hope that doors will open."

Poe is a 16-year-old boy from Burma. He lives with his mother, stepfather, four siblings, and a nephew in Karen State, Burma. His mother is a homemaker, and his stepfather is a subsistence farmer. Poe dropped out of school to learn how to be a mechanic. He helps his father, who drives for the monastery. Poe occasionally receives some money from his father. In his free time, Poe enjoys playing cane ball and football with his friends. On June 30th, 2025, Poe and a friend drove a motorbike to visit his father. As it was raining when he drove uphill, the motorbike skidded, and they fell off. Poe lost consciousness and could not recall the incident. He broke both of his left upper and lower jaw as well as his left clavicle. Due to limited finances, Poe didn't receive surgery right away. He continues to experience pain in his left jaw and left clavicle. He cannot open his mouth, speak, or chew; he can only eat soft food. With the help of our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund (BCMF), Poe will undergo surgery to reset his fractured bones and ensure proper healing. The procedure is scheduled for July 21st and will cost $1,500. This surgery will help Poe be able to eat and chew properly again, and he will no longer be in pain. Poe said, “I hope that I can recover soon so that I can play with my friends again. I also plan to learn to fix cars.” Poe’s mother is thankful to BCMF and the donors. She said, “I do not know what to say, but without your help, we will have to borrow a lot of money. Thank you for helping us.”

Naw is a 39-year-old woman from Burma. She lives in the dormitory together with other students in one of the migrant schools in Tak Province, Thailand. She applied to be a teacher at the school for this school year. In March 2025, Naw started to experience frequent urination and low back pain, causing her to struggle to sit for long periods. She also feels stressed about both her condition and the cost of treatment. She has been diagnosed with multiple myomas and was advised to undergo a total abdominal hysterectomy, the surgical removal of her uterus and cervix. If left untreated, Naw's symptoms will continue to worsen and put her at risk for further health complications in the future. Fortunately, Naw is scheduled to undergo her hysterectomy on June 6th. Our medical partner, Burma Children Medical Fund, is requesting $1,500 to cover the total cost of her procedure and care. Once recovered, she should be able to live more comfortably. Naw expressed her gratitude, saying, “Thank you to the donors and BCMF for helping to cover my surgery costs. I plan to be a teacher after I am fully recovered, as teaching is my favorite thing to do.”

Camila is a little girl from Bolivia. She is an only child and lives in the southwest part of Bolivia with her mom, who is a homemaker, and her dad, who works in construction. She loves to dance and sing, but would always be short of breath. When the family finally found a cardiologist, he explained that Camila needed heart surgery. She has a cardiac condition called a ventricular septal defect, where a hole exists between the two lower chambers of her heart; blood leaks through this hole instead of circulating normally, leaving her weak and short of breath. On October 8th, Camila will undergo cardiac surgery at our medical partner's care center, Hospital del Niño Dr. Ovidio Aliaga Uría. During surgery, surgeons will sew a patch over the hole in her heart so that blood can no longer leak through it. Camila's family needs help to fund the costs of cardiac care and surgery. Our medical partner, International Cardiac Alliance, requests $1,500 to cover the cost of cardiac exams and diagnostics, surgical costs, follow-up care, and medications. Camila's mother shared, "I pray for my child's health; I just want her to be healthy. This is her opportunity and I trust she will be fine!"