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Amor from Ethiopia

Hernia Repair Surgery

Amor is an adorable 5-month-old baby from Ethiopia. He loves to play with rattles and stuffed animals with his mom. Amor’s mom stays at home to care for him, while his father works as a tailor to help provide income for the family’s basic needs. Amor was born with an inguinal hernia, which is a birth condition that results from a weakness in the abdominal wall. The condition often becomes more pronounced when a baby is crying or coughing. Currently, Amor experiences pain and discomfort, and his parents are worried about his health. Amor will need to undergo surgery to address his symptoms and prevent the risk of the hernia becoming incarcerated in the future.

"With this surgery, I hope the bulge will disappear and he will get normal and free of any pain."

Funded Jun 2022

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Charles from Uganda

Hernia Surgery

Charles is a 58-year-old farmer, living in Uganda. He and his wife have nine children, all of whom are grown, and have left home. Charles and his wife are farmers, and in the evenings, Charles operates a small pork joint in their trading center, to earn extra money. For a year, Charles has lived with a left inguinal hernia. The hernia causes swelling, and makes it difficult for him to farm and take on any strenuous activity. He needs surgery, but he is unable to pay for the necessary treatment.

"I hope to get better after surgery and continue with my business so as to be able to keep up my family."

Funded Jun 2022

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Vorn from Cambodia

Sight-Restoring Surgery

Vorn is a 70-year-old mother of three. She has one daughter, two sons, and now nine grandchildren. Vorn shared that her husband passed away many years ago, and she lives with her daughter, who is a food seller. In her free time, Vorn likes to listen to the news and the monks pray on the radio. Five years ago, Vorn developed a pterygium in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. Pterygiums are non-cancerous growths of the conjunctiva, a mucous layer that lubricates the eye. The growths occur when the conjunctiva is exposed to excessive sun damage, and the cells grow abnormally over the pupil. As a result, Vorn has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going outside.

"After surgery, I hope my eye stops tearing, and I will be able to see better. I want to take care of myself and my grandchildren."

Funded Jun 2022

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Phyo Ko from Burma

CT Scan

Phyo Ko is a 33-year-old man. He lives with his wife, son, and daughter in Mae Tao Village in Thailand. Originally from across the border in Burma, he moved to Thailand in search of better job opportunities in 2009. Phyo Ko’s wife is a homemaker and their children are too young to attend school. Phyo Ko works as a construction day laborer and he earns 350 baht (approx. 11.67 USD) per day. However, recently he has not been able to work frequently because of pain in his left thigh.

"When I recover, I will work hard to pay back my debt to the neighbors we borrowed the money from. I want to live with my family for a long time and I want to support my family,"

Funded Jun 2022

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Prudence from Uganda

C-Section

Prudence is a loving mother of two who is expecting her third baby. Prudence has a bachelor’s degree in business administration but has struggled to find a job in the current climate. Prudence’s husband is a school teacher and with his income, they support their family’s basic needs. Prudence and her husband own a two-room permanent house for shelter for their family. Their eldest is 10 years old in primary school and their second is one year and eight months old. During her free time, Prudence enjoys spending time with her children. Prudence is currently expecting her third child, and doctors recommend that she deliver via a cesarean section because of previous complications.

"I pray that I may have a successful surgery. I will continue to search for a professional job so that I may be able to support my husband in developing our family."

Funded Jun 2022

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Sophorn from Cambodia

Leg Surgery

Sophorn is a 32-year-old coffee seller. She’s married and has two daughters who are both in school. Sophorn’s husband is a farmer and tuk-tuk driver. Three years ago, Sophorn was in a motor vehicle accident that caused a fracture of her right tibia. She went to a government hospital where a doctor fixated hardware to heal the fracture. Now the bone is healed and the hardware needs to be removed to avoid infection and further pain.

"I’m hoping the procedure goes well and I heal quickly."

Funded Jun 2022

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Sakita from Tanzania

Burn Contracture Release

Sakita is a brave 9-year-old boy. He's the third born in a family of four children. Sakita is in class one and enjoys learning how to read. Despite his condition, he really likes playing with other children in school. When Sakita was 10 months old, he was involved in a fire accident. He fell on hot charcoals which were close to the bed. Where he lives, most Maasai huts have a fireplace close to the bed to help keep them warm. Now he is not able to walk well due to burn contracture, a scar area that tightens and impedes movement.

"Sakita's mother shared: Help my son please."

Funded May 2022

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Thi from Burma

CT Scan for Tumor

Thi is a 37-year-old Burmese woman living in Thailand. She lives and works in a garment factory in the border area of Tak Province, where she receives free meals and board in addition to 4,000 baht (approx. 133 USD) per month. In her free time, she loves to watch the political news and read books. She is also learning Thai to help her communicate with others in Thailand. Last October, Thi was lying down when she felt a mass in her lower abdomen. She was not in pain and had no money to seek treatment so she didn’t go to the doctor at the time. By mid-March, the mass was increasing in size and the muscles around it were tense. She still felt she could not seek treatment because of a lack of funds. However as weeks went on, she experienced severe pain where she felt the mass and in her lower back. She started to have severe vomiting and a headache.

"I was so happy when I learned that I might have donors who can support the cost of my treatment."

Funded May 2022

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Lai from Cambodia

Leg Surgery

Lai Hour is a 20-year-old construction worker. He has one brother and one sister. Lai Hour’s mother is a garment worker and his father is a tuk tuk driver. Lai Hour enjoys playing football, walking with his friends, listening to music, and playing video games. In December 2019, Lai Hour was in a motor vehicle accident that caused a fracture of his left femur. He went to government hospital and doctors fixated hardware to heal his fracture. Now, the bone is united and the hardware must be removed to restore his full functionality.

"I want to heal quickly and be able to walk without pain."

Funded May 2022

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Bright from Uganda

Hydrocele Repair Surgery

Bright is a hardworking and gifted student. He's the elder brother in his family and has a younger sister. They are both in senior school in Kampala, the capital of Uganda. Bright lost his father in 2010 and since then his mom has been the sole provider of the family. She left for a job in the Middle East to work as a house helper to pay for their school fees and rent. When not in school, Bright takes up car washing to help pay for his sister's fees, complementing what the mother provides. For about a year, Bright has had a hydrocele, which is a swelling in a sensitive area. He went to a hospital in the city but the cost of surgery was out of reach. He learned that Nyakibale Hospital, which is in his hometown, may be able to offer treatment so he traveled there. Now, he will be able to undergo hydrocele repair surgery.

"I hope to get better and continue with my education in good health because all I want is to make my mother happy because she has really worked hard for us."

Funded May 2022

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Malai from Cambodia

Skin Graft Procedure

Malai is an affectionate two-year-old. She loves to play with her older brother, take naps in the afternoon, and watch TV with her parents. Malai's mother works in a garment factory, and her father works in construction. In May 2021, Malai experienced a burn on her left hand from hot water. Her family took her to a local clinic for treatment, but burn scar contractures have begun to develop on her left hand tightening the skin. As a result, she is unable to extend three of her fingers. Upon review, doctors determined that she needs to undergo a scar release and skin graft procedure.

"Malai's mother said: I hope my daughter will be able to hold things better and her hand will be normal."

Funded Apr 2022

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Owen from Uganda

Hydrocele Repair Surgery

Owen is a 20-year-old college student pursuing a degree in agricultural studies. He works hard and hopes to excel in school. Owen enjoys playing football in his free time. Owen's mother is a farmer, while his father is a builder. He also has three brothers. For about six months, Owen has had a hydrocele, or a swelling in a sensitive area. He experiences pain when walking, and other uncomfortable symptoms that have affected his day-to-day life.

"I have hope that when given support, I will be able to undergo my surgery and will get better. I hope to continue with my education in good health."

Funded Apr 2022

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Sokhon from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Sokhon is a 70-year-old banana farmer who is married with seven sons and ten grandchildren. Sokhon lives with her husband and youngest son, who works as a motorcycle taxi driver. She shared that she has not been able to work for several months now due to her worsening vision. In her free time, Sokhon enjoys watching dramas on TV and listening to the prayers on the radio. Two years ago, Sokhon developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her photophobia, tearing, and blurry vision. As a result, she has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so she cannot go places independently.

"When I can see better, I will return to work, and I will be able to go out by myself to visit my children and go to the pagoda."

Funded Apr 2022

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Sarath from Cambodia

Fracture Repair Surgery

Sarath is a 34-year-old garment worker. He's married and his wife also works in a garment factory. The couple has a 12-year-old son and two daughters, ages seven and five. In September 2021, Sarath slipped and fell on the bathroom floor, injuring his right knee. His right patella is fractured, and he is in pain. He is unable to extend his lower right leg, and now he cannot walk well.

"I am thankful that I can return to work and support my family after this surgery. My life will change because I will be able to walk and work without pain again"

Funded Apr 2022

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Sarah from Uganda

Thyroidectomy Surgery

Sarah is a 50-year-old woman and a mother to five children. She and her husband are small-scale farmers, growing crops like cabbage, tomatoes, and carrots to sustain their family and pay for their children's school fees. Their oldest daughter is also a small-scale farmer, while their four sons are still in school. Sarah is a member of her church choir and enjoys singing during her free time. Thirteen years ago, Sarah began to experience troubling symptoms, including swelling on her neck and trouble breathing. Her symptoms have increased over time, so she visited the hospital for review and was diagnosed with a goiter. Sarah needs to undergo surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse.

"Life has always been so hard for me; however, I hope to get some relief and continue with farming."

Funded Apr 2022

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Antonella from Venezuela

Tonsillectomy

Antonella is a two-year-old girl who was born in Venezuela. About two years ago, her family moved to Colombia in search of better opportunities. Antonella's biggest dream is becoming a doctor in the future so that she can help other kids. In the meantime, she loves to dance and she is always smiling. Antonella has been diagnosed with enlarged tonsils and adenoids. Because of her condition, she has difficulty breathing, particularly at night. She also occasionally has difficulty eating.

"Antonella's mother shared: I hope this treatment can happen soon, I'm really worried for her. I can't sleep thinking she will stop breathing. Thank you all for your help, if it wasn't for you, I don't know what I would have done"

Funded Mar 2022

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Reaksmey from Cambodia

Syndactyly Surgery

Reaksmey is a one-year-old girl and the only child in her family. Her father works at a paint company in Cambodia's capital city, Phnom Penh. At home Reaksmey enjoys playing with her mother, painting, watching cartoons, and being outside with her parents. Her favorite meal is fresh milk and fried chicken. Reaksmey was born with syndactyly of her right foot. This means that she has an extra toe on her right foot. It is difficult for her to wear shoes and her family wants to make sure she can be active as she grows.

"Reaksmey's mother said: I hope her toe can be safely removed and my daughter will be happy."

Funded Feb 2022

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Ampaire from Uganda

Thyroid Surgery

Ampaire is a senior in high school. She is the third born in a family of four, with three brothers who are all still in school. She really loves playing netball and is even on the school team however, her condition sometimes limits her from doing what she loves. Her father is a taxi driver and her mother sells vegetables in a local market. Three years ago, Ampaire began to experience troubling symptoms, including difficulty in breathing when she sleeps laying at her back, shortness of breath when she walks at a high altitude, and she gets easily fatigued with a lot of sweating. She was diagnosed with a goiter, an abnormal enlargement of the thyroid gland. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse.

"I will be glad to see my health in a normal state once am operated on because it has always given me a lot of worries."

Funded Feb 2022

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Sa from Thailand

CT Scan

Sa is a homemaker from Thailand. She lives with her husband, who is a nightguard at a hospital. She enjoys doing household chores and making curries. In her free time, she also likes to sew clothes for others. In 2015, Sa started to experience pain in her back and her pelvic area. Since December 2021, she can feel painful masses in her lower abdomen which makes it uncomfortable when she tries to turn and lay down on her side. Now she is not sleeping well at night and is worried about her condition.

"I want to say thank you to the donors who will help me."

Funded Feb 2022

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Sai from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Sai is a 70-year-old widow. She has one son who is currently working across the border in Thailand, and, sadly, her husband passed away 20 years ago. She lives alone and is supported by her sister and her neighbor. Every day, she goes to the pagoda to help the monks cook. Two years ago, Sai developed a cataract in her right eye, causing her sensitivity to light and blurry vision. She has difficulty walking due to her poor vision and uses a cane.

"I hope after surgery my eyes can see clearly again. I want to take care of myself and visit the pagoda to cook for the monks."

Funded Feb 2022

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Chhorm from Cambodia

Sight-Restoring Cataract Surgery

Chhorm is married and has five sons, five daughters, and many grandchildren. Chhorm lives with his wife, who is a farmer. At home, he likes to listen to the news on the radio. Three years ago, Chhorm developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him blurry vision and difficulty recognizing faces. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going outside.

"I hope after surgery my eye can see clearly so I go can outside, see my relatives, and plant crops around my house."

Funded Jan 2022

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Sophia from Uganda

Caesarean Section

Sophia is a 29-year-old married mother to three children. Her oldest child is in senior class one, while her youngest child is in 3rd grade. Sophia holds a diploma in English and literature. Before the pandemic, she and her husband were both working as teachers in private schools, but lockdowns have left them jobless. They are currently farming to provide for their family. Sophia is currently pregnant with her fourth child. To avoid complications such as a uterine rupture, her doctor has advised her to deliver her baby via C-section.

"It has been close to two years without working for me. My hope is that I get the financial aid I am seeking. Your kindness will be appreciated."

Funded Jan 2022

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Sambo from Cambodia

Sight-Restoring Cataract Surgery

Sambo is a 63-year-old mother of five with one son, four daughters, and now five active grandchildren. She lives with her daughter, who is a garment worker in a factory just outside of the city. Sambo shared that she misses her husband, who passed away about 20 years ago. Because her poor vision makes it difficult to travel or go out, Sambo stays home and enjoys listening to the news on the radio and watching TV. Three years ago, Sambo developed a cataract in her right eye, causing blurry vision, photophobia, tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going outside.

"After surgery, I hope my eye can see better. I can go outside easily, can recognize things, and can cook well."

Funded Jan 2022

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Immaculate from Uganda

Mass Removal Surgery

Immaculate is a primary school teacher. in Uganda. Her husband also works as a primary school teacher, but they have both been laid off due to the COVID-19 outbreak in the country. Early this year, Immaculate started feeling pain in her back and later developed minor swelling that started progressively increasing in size. She had hoped it would disappear on its own, but it has become very painful, especially whenever she does household work like washing clothes and farming. Doctors recommended surgery to address the risk that the lipoma may lead to chronic pain and limit her productivity.

"I hope to live an improved quality of life after surgery, and I will be able to proceed with my daily duties, especially teaching, so that I can take care of my family."

Funded Jan 2022

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Alex from Uganda

Hernia Repair Surgery

Alex is a bricklayer and his wife works as a farmer. Together, they have three children, who are all in school. Alex shared that he completed college but then lost his parents and became responsible for the care of his sibling. For five years, Alex has had inguinal and umbilical swelling. The swelling worsens whenever he coughs, laughs, or lifts heavy objects. He shared that he can barely sit or stand for long periods or walk long distances.

"This condition has made it hard for my family and me. I am the breadwinner, and I hope I get back on my feet to continue providing for them."

Funded Jan 2022

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Muoy from Cambodia

Ear Surgery

Muoy Ly is a 37-year-old tailor. She lives in Kompong Chhnang Province in Cambodia with her family. When she was eight-years-old, Muoy Ly had a severe ear infection. This infection caused the tympanic membrane, or the ear drum, in her left ear to perforate. For this reason, Muoy Ly still experiences pain and discharge. In the past five years she has experienced progressive hearing loss and tinnitus. Now she cannot communicate clearly with others.

"I hope the doctors can help me get rid of this problem that has been with me for a long time. I am happy that I will be able to live in comfort."

Funded Dec 2021

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Charles from Uganda

Hernia Surgery

Charles is married and a father of nine children: four sons and five daughters. He lives in southwestern Uganda. For two years, Charles has experienced an inguinal hernia that causes him pain and discomfort. He visited the care center at our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), and doctors recommended hernia repair surgery to address the condition and risk of developing hernia strangulation.

"I hope to receive the operation, recover, and continue with my business to sustain my family."

Funded Dec 2021

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Soben from Cambodia

Amputation and Prosthetic Leg

Soben is a 29-year-old construction worker. He has six siblings and currently lives at home with two of his siblings to help care for his elderly parents. Soben was in a motor vehicle accident that caused a fracture of his left tibia. Doctors at a local hospital used hardware to repair the fracture; however, this hardware eventually became displaced and led to an infection. Soben could not get the treatment he needed at the local hospital and experienced major tissue loss and pain around the fracture area, and is now unable to walk.

"I am relieved that the doctors can help stop this pain and help me walk again."

Funded Dec 2021

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Evelyne from Uganda

Keloid Surgery

Evelyne is an 18-year-old student. She’s the last born of seven children. Her parents are small-scale farmers and own a three-room semi-permanent house for shelter. About four years ago, Nayebare suffered from chickenpox and later developed a prominent scar on her right side of the neck that has slowly kept on increasing in size. Currently, it’s very painful and she can hardly sleep. If not treated, the keloids could become more extensive. They could also transform into cancerous lesions, causing more pain and discomfort. Her family is unable to afford the cost of treatment and is seeking financial support.

"I feel uncomfortable in this condition especially while at school. I hope to look normal again through surgery so that I can live a pain-free life and comfortably continue with education."

Funded Dec 2021

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Jayden from Kenya

Orchidopexy

Jayden is a sweet five-year-old boy. His mother is a housewife while his father is a day laborer at construction sites. Jayden is the third born in a family of five children and is not yet able to walk and talk well. The mother says that he was healthy at birth but after 4 months, he developed a pneumonia-like illness. His elder siblings had developed tuberculosis and since he was the youngest, he was admitted to the hospital for one year together with his mother. Jayden was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, Jayden has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future.

" Jayden's mom said: I don’t know what we would have done but we are very grateful to the sponsors and to the hospital for helping our son and for the care you have shown us. Now our son can grow up like a normal man. We look forward to his improved growth."

Funded Nov 2021

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Sokhak from Cambodia

Fracture/Hardware Removal Surgery

Sokhak is a 24-year-old construction worker with two older brothers. His father is also a construction worker and his mother is a farmer. Sokhak likes to play volleyball when he has free time, but now he has trouble getting around at all. One year ago, Sokhak was in a motor vehicle accident that caused a closed fracture of his left tibia and an open fracture of his left femur. He went to an emergency clinic and doctors fixated hardware to heal his fracture. Now, the hardware is exposed and infected and his left femur is still fractured.

"I hope my leg gets better soon so I can walk again and return to work."

Funded Nov 2021

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Mugabe from Uganda

Hernia Repair Surgery

Mugabe is a 60-year-old builder. He is married and a father to eight children. His oldest child is 35 years old, while his youngest is 13 years old. His wife works as a small-scale farmer and their family lives in a five room home. For over 10 years, Mugabe has had a supraumbilical hernia. He hoped that medication would treat his condition, but over the years the swelling in his abdomen has worsened. He experiences intermittent pain, has difficulty working, and is worried about the future if his condition is not treated.

"Many thanks to the donor program and Rushoroza Hospital for the tireless financial support and great care towards my family. May God reward you abundantly. I feel better now."

Funded Nov 2021

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Kol from Cambodia

Pterygium Eye Surgery

Kol is a 70-year-old woman with one daughter, one son, and six grandchildren. Kol is a widow as her husband died during the Khmer Rouge era in Cambodia. Now, she lives with her daughter who is a farmer. At home, Kol enjoys listening to the monks pray on the radio. Five years ago, Kol developed a pterygium in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. Pterygiums are non-cancerous growths of the conjunctiva, a mucous layer that lubricates the eye. The growths occur when the conjunctiva is exposed to excessive sun damage and the cells grow abnormally over the pupil. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside.

"I hope after surgery my eye irritation will stop and I can see well enough to take care of myself and help my daughter around the house. I would also like to join ceremonies at the pagoda again"

Funded Nov 2021

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Lillian from Uganda

Caesarean Section

Lillian is a 28-year old married mother of one child. She is a primary school teacher, but unfortunately she lost her job due to the pandemic lockdown. Now, she does home tutoring to earn money. Her husband works as an electrician, but is not employed anywhere permanently. The family owns and lives in a two room home which is not yet complete. She and her husband are expecting their second child. Lillian is carrying her fifth pregnancy, and has unfortunately experienced three previous miscarriages. She has been receiving care at our medical partner’s care center where her doctor recommended that she deliver her baby by Caesarean section to avoid complications like uterine rupture.

"I wish to have this child and be a good mother like others but the only possibility of this success will be through your kind support."

Funded Nov 2021

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Bulandina from Uganda

Hysterectomy

Bulandina is a small scale farmer. She is a widow and a mother of 10 children. For a long time, Bulandina has been experiencing lower abdominal pains. She first felt the pain around the time she conceived her second child. Two years ago, the pains reappeared and were very severe, which affected Bulandina’s daily routine. Currently, she is unable to sleep comfortably and has since stopped doing her farming activities. She was diagnosed with uterine fibroids and not treated, she could develop severe bleeding that could cause anaemia and make her life very uncomfortable.

"I pray that I may be considered for treatment because I am in severe pain and my condition could get worse. I hope to be normal again so that I may be able to continue farming and taking care of myself and my family."

Funded Oct 2021

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Lai from Cambodia

Pterygium Eye Surgery

Lai is a 39-year-old rice farmer who lives with her husband, who is also a farmer, and their three sons, who are all students. These days, she is not able to work in the rice field because of her eye condition. Instead, she stays home and takes care of her children. Five years ago, Lai developed a pterygium in her left eye causing her itching, tearing, and limiting her vision. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside in the bright day.

"I hope my eye stops all the irritation and tearing after surgery. I want to help my husband at the rice field and can cook for my family."

Funded Oct 2021

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Sylivia from Uganda

Hernia Surgery

Sylivia is a 24-year-old small scale farmer. She’s a mother to three children and lives with her husband in a three room semi-permanent house. For four years, Sylivia has had a supra-umbilical hernia. She first experienced pain in her abdomen while working and could feel a small mass in the area. The swelling worsens after she works or eats.

"I am worried that my condition could get worse if not treated. I wish to be treated and live a normal life again. I will continue with farming to be able to continue supporting my family."

Funded Oct 2021

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Suon from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Suon is a 51-year-old gardener, but is now unable to work because of his vision. He has one daughter, one son, and three grandchildren. He lives with his wife who takes care of the house. At home, he likes to listen to boxing on the radio. Four years ago, Suon developed a cataract in his left eye causing him blurry vision and occasional tearing. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.

"I hope I can see clearly again. I want to go back to work and drive my moto by myself."

Funded Oct 2021

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Shallon from Uganda

Caesarean Section

Shallon is a farmer from Uganda. She completed primary school class six and then had to leave school. Together with her husband, they have 6 children, including a set of twins. They live in a two-roomed mud-built house. Shallon and her husband work hard to meet all the daily needs of their family. Shallon is currently expecting twins. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a Caesarean section because she has a twin pregnancy, and one of the twins is lying transversely, or sideways. An attempt to deliver normally could rupture Shallon’s uterus. By delivering her babies via C-section, doctors can ensure the safety of both mother and children.

"I pray for a successful surgery. I will resume farming alongside my husband as soon as I get well to be able to continue supporting and taking good care of my family."

Funded Oct 2021

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George from Kenya

Corrective Surgery

George is an active and playful 3-year-old boy. He’s the last born in a family of two children. George was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a birth condition that could lead to further complications. If left untreated, George has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future.

"Coming to Bethany Kids hospital was the last option I had before giving up. Since January, I have been through a lot and used a lot of money but to no success."

Funded Sep 2021

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Sarah from Uganda

Hysterectomy

Sarah is a 43-year-old nun who serves with Our Lady of Fatima Rushoroza and lives at their motherhouse in Rushoroza. She is the second born in a family of 6. Since September 2020, Sarah has been experiencing lower abdominal pains accompanied by severe bleeding. Currently, she cannot bend down or stand comfortably for a long time due to severe pain and shared that it is even difficult for her to take a bath. Sarah has been diagnosed with abnormal uterine bleeding and endometrial hyperplasia. If not treated, there is an increased risk of abnormal uterine bleeding worsening and its associated complications and risk of developing endometrial cancer.

"I hope to regain my health through surgery. When I am free from the pain, I will be able to continue with my day to day duties as a nun much more comfortably."

Funded Sep 2021

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Aron from Uganda

Mass Excision Surgery

Aron is a 28-year-old electrician from Southwestern Uganda and the youngest child in a family of eight children. He shared that his business has been slow since the start of the pandemic, which has made things harder for him. Aron has had a swelling at the back of his neck for some time now and it has been growing in size and causing headaches. He is worried about his condition and visited a local hospital. After examination, surgery was recommended to fully heal his condition.

"I have faith that I will get better once am operated and the headaches will finally subdue."

Funded Sep 2021

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Kosal from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Kosal is a 49-year-old farmer. He is married, with one son and one daughter. His wife and daughter are garment workers, while his son is a young student. Due to issues with his vision, he does not work as much anymore, but in his free time he likes to listen to the news on the radio, visit pagodas, and cook. Two years ago, Kosal developed a cataract in his right eye causing him blurry vision, sensitivity to light, and itchiness. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.

"I hope that I can get back to work after my eye recovers, so I can farm and plant my own vegetables to sell for extra income."

Funded Sep 2021

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Sambath from Cambodia

Eye Surgery

Sambath is a 72-year-old rice farmer with three sons, three daughters, and 25 grandchildren. Sambath lives with her husband and their eldest daughter, who is also a rice farmer. She likes to listen to the monks pray on the radio and visit the pagoda on holy days. Two years ago, Sambath developed a pterygium in her right eye, causing her itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. Pterygiums are non-cancerous growths of the eye that occur with excessive sun damage. Thus, Sambath has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside.

"I didn’t imagine that my eye would be so much better and my vision would improve. I no longer feel shy about talking with people. Thank you to everyone who helped to pay for my eye surgery!"

Funded Aug 2021

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Twasiima from Uganda

Caesarean Section

Twasiima is a 28-year-old shop keeper from Southwestern Uganda. She runs a small retail shop, while her husband is a boda boda (motorcycle taxi) driver. Twasiima is expecting her second child. Her doctors recommend that she deliver via a Caesarean section because in 2019, very sadly, she experienced a stillbirth. When she was examined for her current pregnancy, the doctor recommended a surgery to reduce the risk of uterine rupture and to ensure that the child is safely delivered.

"I pray for a successful surgery and a good outcome. May God bless me with a child. I will continue to do business to be able to develop my family."

Funded Aug 2021

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Chan from Cambodia

Eye Surgery

Chan is a 37-year-old garbage collector who enjoys listening to music. He has one daughter and one son. One year ago, Chan developed a pterygium in his right eye, causing him irritation, tearing, and blurry vision. Pterygiums are non-cancerous growths that occur due to exposure to excessive sun damage, causing cells to grow abnormally over the pupil. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, working, and going anywhere outside.

"I hope after surgery my eye irritation stops and my vision improves so my life is easier."

Funded Aug 2021

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Glorious from Uganda

Hysterectomy

Glorious is a middle-aged woman and a mother of seven. She is a small scale farmer along with her husband. They own a two-room semi-permanent house for their family’s shelter. For three years, Glorious has been experiencing bleeding, lower abdominal pain and dyspareunia. Due to the condition, she is not able to do strenuous work on the farm and her marriage is also impacted. She has been diagnosed with chronic pelvic inflammatory disease by the medical team at Rushoroza Hospital and surgery was recommended. However, the cost is too high for her and she is appealing for help. She needs to undergo a hysterectomy, a procedure in which surgeons will remove her uterus.

"I hope and pray to be considered for treatment because my condition is worsening and my health is deteriorating. Given treatment, I hope to proceed with farming and be able to continue taking good care of my family."

Funded Aug 2021

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Ousa from Cambodia

Eye Surgery

Ousa is a four year old boy from Cambodia and is the only child in the family. At home, Ousa enjoys watching cartoons on TV. Two months ago, Ousa developed a chalazion, which is an inflamed cyst, in his left eye, causing him pain, itchiness, and irritation. It is difficult for him to see clearly.

"I hope after surgery his eye gets better so I can go to work without worrying so much about my son."

Funded Jul 2021

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Tugabirwe from Uganda

Thyroid Surgery

Tugabirwe is small scale farmer and a mother of five. She works on the farm together with her husband to care for their family. The family currently lives in a three-roomed semi-permanent house. A year ago, Tugabirwe began to experience troubling symptoms including neck pain, mild swelling, headaches and dizziness. She was diagnosed with non-toxic goiter. Since the diagnosis, Tugabirwe’s neck pain has persisted and the swelling has continued to increase in size so that she started experiencing airway blockage. She can no longer carry anything on her head, which is a method she depends on for carrying loads of agricultural products.

"I pray that I may be considered for treatment. I hope to feel better to get back to farming as soon as possible. I finally have hope of living a normal life again."

Funded Jul 2021

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John from Kenya

Hernia Repair

John is a 34-year-old mechanic and father. He first experienced a sharp pain in the lower stomach area on the right side. The pains were on and off so he did not feel the urgency to visit the hospital. A few days later the pain recurred despite managing them with across-the-counter medication. He visited several facilities in his hometown but there were no changes experienced. Two weeks ago, he started experiencing abdominal pain, poor feeding habits, and vomiting after meals; symptoms also associated with hernia. John has an inguinal hernia–a condition that occurs when tissue, such as part of the intestine, protrudes through a weak spot in the abdominal muscles.

"I used to be strong and active. I could even run a marathon but these stomach pains have grounded me completely."

Funded Jul 2021

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Muhwezi from Uganda

Mass Excision

Muhwezi is a midwife working at a small clinic from Uganda. The 39-year-old woman is also the mother of two sons and a daughter who are all in school. Three months ago, Muhwezi started noting swelling around her chin. The swelling was associated with a swallowing problem and was painful upon pressing. She took antibiotics hoping that the symptoms will go away but unfortunately, the swelling persisted. Muhwezi came to Nyakibale Hospital and had a scan done. She was diagnosed with a cystic mass and an excision was recommended. If not treated, she is afraid the mass might become malignant.

"I think that when the swelling is removed, I will get better because I first tried out oral medicine but all in vain."

Funded Jul 2021

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Rida from Cambodia

Osteotomy

Rida is a 10-year-old girl from Cambodia and the only child in her family. Her parents are rice farmers in their province. She wants to be a teacher one day. Eight months ago, Rida slipped on a wet floor and injured her right hip. An osteotomy on her right hip to allow her to walk without pain again.

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Funded Jun 2021

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Ampureire from Uganda

Mass Excision Surgery

Ampureire is a seven-year-old student from Uganda. Ampureire was born with a small neck opening. The opening healed on its own, but later, she developed a swelling in the same spot. The swelling has increased and Ampureire experiences pain. She was diagnosed with a branchial cyst. If not treated, the swelling will persist and affect her quality of life.

"I pray that my granddaughter may get well through surgery as I look forward to taking her to school."

Funded Jun 2021

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Sroy from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Sroy is a 72-year-old num ansom seller from Cambodia. Num ansom is a sticky rice cake wrapped inside a banana leaf. Sroy has three sons and four grandchildren. In her free time, she enjoys listening to the monks pray on the radio. Six years ago, Sroy developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her blurry vision, sensitivity to light, irritation, and tearing. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.

"I hope I can get well so I can continue selling my Khmer cakes and taking care of my grandchildren."

Funded Jun 2021

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Kesaasi from Uganda

C-Section

Kesaasi is a mother of four from Uganda. Kesaasi relies on farming to make ends meet. When Kesaasi came to Nyakibale Hospital for review, the doctor recommended she undergo a C-Section delivery to save her from uterine rapture. She has been undergoing regular antenatal visits and monitoring at a local health center.

"I am happy to be considered for financial support towards the surgery to have my baby. I hope to resume farming after full recovery."

Funded Jun 2021

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Biryomumeisho from Uganda

Mass Removal Surgery

Biryomumeisho is a 68-year-old man and a father of 15 children. Seven years ago, Biryomumeisho developed a small swelling on the right side of his face that progressively increased in size with on and off pain. At a local hospital, he was diagnosed with a dermoid cyst. If not treated, pain could persist and continue increasing in size. However, he cannot afford the surgery charges for treatment.

"I pray that I may get well through surgery as I look forward to resuming farming for further my family’s development."

Funded Jun 2021

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Asiimwe from Uganda

Thyroid Surgery

Asiimwe is small-scale farmer and mother of three. Her children are all young, between 1 and 3 years. Asiimwe started feeling neck pains with a small swelling. The swelling has been progressively increasing in size over time. She loses her voice most of the time, has severe headaches, mild airway blockage, and over sweating when doing a simple job. The swelling is now painful for her as well.

"I hope and pray for a successful surgery. I will resume farming as soon as possible and be able to develop my family."

Funded May 2021

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Doeun from Cambodia

Skin Graft Procedure

Doeun is a 13-year-old student who loves his math class the most. He’s in the sixth grade and lives with his parents, who are vegetable farmers, and his nine-year-old brother. Doeun was in a motor vehicle accident that caused an open wound on his right heel. Two days later, the wound became infected. He needed a debridement procedure but his family could not afford one at the clinic. The bone is now exposed, it is difficult for him to walk, and he is in pain.

"I hope I can heal and be without pain."

Funded May 2021

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Kiconco from Uganda

Thyroidectomy

Kiconco is 42-year-old woman and a married mother of three. She is a small scale farmer, while her husband is a teacher at a primary school. Kiconco began experiencing troubling symptoms, including mild breathing problems, anterior neck swelling, and severe discomfort. She was diagnosed with nontoxic goiter and requires surgery to prevent her symptoms from worsening. If not treated, the goiter, or enlarged thyroid, could become malignant.

"I pray that I may get treatment and be able to live a normal life again. I will resume farming as soon as possible to be able to support my husband in taking good care of our family."

Funded May 2021

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Kihembo from Uganda

Thyroidectomy

Kihembo is 32-year-old small businesswoman from Uganda. She is a mother of three and sells second-hand clothes for a living. Kihembo began experiencing troubling symptoms including airway obstruction, difficulty swallowing, and fatigue after basic activities. She visited a local hospital and was diagnosed with euthyroid goiter. She needs surgery to prevent her symptoms from getting worse and to avoid complications.

"I have hopes that once I undergo my surgery, I will be able to regain my health and continue with my business"

Funded May 2021

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Lawrence from Kenya

Orchidopexy

Lawrence is a 12-year-old boy and the oldest of three children in his family. Lawrence’s mother sells vegetables to provide for her three children. Lawrence was diagnosed with cryptorchidism. If left untreated, Lawrence will be at increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future.

"I’m relieved to hear that my son can get treated."

Funded Apr 2021

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Chet from Cambodia

Amputation

Chet is married and has 3 children and 5 grandchildren. He and his wife both farm to earn a living for their family. Chet was riding in an open truck holding large pieces of wood when the wood shifted, crushing his right foot. Unfortunately, he lost necessary blood supply, which has caused necrosis of his foot. Although surgeons could not save the tissue on part of his foot, they were able to preserve the full length of his leg.

"Thank you for saving my life. I am thankful to the strangers who helped fund my surgery."

Funded Mar 2021

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Nat from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Nat is a 73-year-old retired rice farmer with one daughter, three sons, and many grandchildren. Nat likes to listen to the monks preaching on the radio when she is not chasing after her grandchildren. Five years ago, Nat developed a cataract in her left eye, causing her blurry vision, itching, and sensitivity to light. She has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.

"I hope after surgery I can see well, go outside by myself, do housework, and take care of my husband and grandchildren."

Funded Mar 2021

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Owampeire from Uganda

C-Section

Owampeire is a small-scale farmer from Uganda. She completed secondary school class four but had to leave school due to minimal financial support from her parents. She and her husband rent two rooms for shelter near their village. She is currently expecting a new baby and her doctors recommend that she deliver via a caesarean section to ensure the safety of both her and her child.

"I hope and pray for a successful surgery. I will resume farming as soon as possible."

Funded Feb 2021

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Chantha from Cambodia

Myringoplasty

Chantha is a 30-year-old construction worker. She and her husband have one son. About a year ago, she started getting headaches, ear discharge, pain, and hearing loss.

"I am feeling hopeful that with treatment my infection will disappear, my hearing will improve, and I can work free of pain."

Funded Feb 2021

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Kim Heang from Cambodia

Eye Surgery

Kim Heang is a 71-year-old man from Cambodia. Kim Heang lives with his brother who is a farmer. Five years ago, Kim Heang developed a cataract in his right eye, causing him burry vision, irritation, tearing, cloudy lens, and photophobia. He has difficulty seeing things clearly, recognizing faces, and going anywhere outside.

"I am very happy that the irritation in my eye has gone away, now I can see and recognize everything better. I also can take care myself."

Funded Jan 2021

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Tubunyebire from Uganda

Hydrocelectomy

Tubunyebire is a 52-year-old farmer from Uganda. He is married and a father to six children, with two daughters and four sons all married and small scale farmers. He earns a living from small scale farming, growing food crops for home consumption and selling off the surplus to generate an income to his family.

"I hope for a new life with good health after my surgery and to be able to keep farming."

Funded Jan 2021

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Mary from Cambodia

Thyroid Surgery

Mary is a 62-year-old merchant from Cambodia. She has one daughter and one son. Two months ago a troubling mass developed on Mary’s neck. It is difficult for her to breathe and she experiences occasional choking.

"I hope after the surgery is done I will be able to breathe and swallow easily."

Funded Jan 2021

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Ngabirano from Uganda

Hysterectomy

Ngabirano is a farmer from Uganda and a mother of seven children. Now that they have gorwn, Ngabirano receives minimal financial support from her children. She shared that she lost her husband 20 years ago and currently lives in a grass thatched house he left for her when he passed.

"My family cannot afford the surgery charges and I am in a lot of pain. I will resume farming as soon as possible once given treatment."

Funded Jan 2021

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Kompheak from Cambodia

Osteotomy

Kompheak is a 5-year-old preschool student from Cambodia. Since he was born, Kompheak has had osteoarthritis affecting both of his legs, which limits his ability to walk and perform his daily living activities independently. Kompheak has just started learning to read at school, and his favorite thing to do is draw pictures.

"I am glad my son is getting better and that he will have an easier time in life when he can walk. I hope to walk alongside him soon."

Funded Dec 2020

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Turyatemba from Uganda

Cyst Removal Surgery

Turyatemba is a third grade teacher from Uganda. She is married and a mother to five children. Turyatemba arrived at the hospital with a painful swelling behind her knee that she has had since 2016. Her condition as worsened and now she can’t walk well because of her pain.

"I hope to have a new life after my surgery and will continue with teaching after the COVID lockdown, but will be farming meanwhile."

Funded Dec 2020

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Khuoch from Cambodia

Hand Surgery

Khuoch is an 8-year-old girl from Cambodia. She has one younger brother and her father works in construction. Khuoch enjoys reading books, being outside, playing with her brother, and watching TV. In the future, Khuoch wants to be an English teacher.

"I hope my surgery goes well so I can feel good again."

Funded Nov 2020

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Sunday from Uganda

Mass Excision Surgery

Sunday is a small-scale farmer from Uganda. He is married and a father of four children, 3 of whom are still in school. Sunday enjoys visiting agricultural fields to learn new ways and styles of farming to be able to improve his farming.

"I feared what would happen if the swelling was not treated on time, I feel uncomfortable. I look forward to resuming farming as soon as possible to be able to provide for my family."

Funded Nov 2020

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Ndagano from Uganda

Hydrocele Repair Surgery

Ndagano is a 53-year-old man from Uganda. Ndagano and his wife have four children who are all studying. From his farm, he relies on banana and coffee to make ends meet and pay for his children's education.

"I will continue operating my farm effectively after my operation since this condition was my major problem."

Funded Oct 2020

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Chey from Cambodia

Cataract Surgery

Chey is a 86-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He has one son, five daughters, and twelve grandchildren. He enjoys listening to monks pray on the radio and visiting the pagoda.

"I hope that I can see something better after my surgery. I want to go back to the pagoda to join ceremonies with my family again."

Funded Sep 2020

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Naboth from Kenya

Hernia Surgery

Naboth is a 32-year-old retail shop attendant from Kenya. His wife helps him out in the shop and they both have one child.

"This can never be taken for granted. I have never seen such an amazing opportunity and offer like this. May God reward you. I am so glad for the support for my surgery. I will now be able to continue operating my retail shop."

Funded Sep 2020

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Sreang from Cambodia

Eye Surgery

Sreang is a 38-year-old rickshaw driver from Cambodia. He is the youngest son in a seven sibling family.

"I am happy that my eye has recovered quickly. Now I can see things well, and when I find my strength again I am comfortable to continue my work."

Funded Sep 2020

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Monic from Uganda

Cyst Removal

Monic is a tailor with her own small business in western Uganda. She is a 26-year-old mother of one. She was rejected by her in-laws due to her poor economic background, forcing her to be the only parent to her child.

"Thank you for the generous heart you showed me even though we do not know each other. But I thank you very much for practicing the life of Christ and for restoring my life. I will continue tailoring to earn a living."

Funded Sep 2020

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Yorn from Cambodia

Fracture Repair

Yorn is a 39-year-old rice farmer from Cambodia. He has one son and two daughters. Yorn fell from a distance of three meters, and fractured his right arm.

"I am so happy that my wounds are healing and that I can use my hand again."

Funded Sep 2020

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Peter from Kenya

Thyroid Surgery

Peter is from Karanjee village in Kenya. He is married with three children. Peter works as a construction laborer to support his family.

"My family is dependent on me and so I hope to be well again and support them."

Funded Aug 2020

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Hope from Uganda

Surgery to repair a inguinal hernia

Hope is a widow from Uganda. She is married with three children, all of which are in primary school. Her husband passed away in 2008 and they have struggled financially since. She does small-scale farming to earn a living.

"My sincere heart goes out to my donors for supporting my surgery. "

Funded Jul 2020

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Savy from Cambodia

Wound debridement procedure

Savy is a 48-year-old fish seller from Cambodia. She lives with her husband, who is a small-scale farmer. They have been married for 28 years and have five children together.

"I already feel that I am getting better slowly, so I am very happy. I think I will be ready to work again in no time."

Funded Jul 2020