Malis is a 20-year-old factory worker in need of ear surgery. She lives in Prey Veng province with her parents and younger brother and sisters. Her mother earns a living by cultivating rice, while her father works as a blacksmith. Malis has contended with epilepsy since early in her childhood. She manages this condition with medication. She was first evaluated by our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, in 2018, for bilateral ear discharge and bleeding. She was given medication to clear up the infection, but as a result of the infection, the tympanic membrane - or ear drum - in her left ear was perforated. As a consequence of this, Malis experiences ear pain, discharge, tinnitus, and a chronic headache. It is also difficult for her to communicate with the people around her. Children's Surgical Centre is seeking $487 to fund a myringoplasty procedure, which Malis is scheduled to undergo on May 16th, at Kien Khleang National Rehabilitation Centre. During this procedure, surgeons will close the perforation in her left ear. The money being requested will cover Malis' medications, supplies, and inpatient care. Malis said: "I hope the surgery will clear up the infection and I will hear better."

Meet Charles, a 56-year-old father of five children from Uganda. Despite being orphaned at a young age, he has proven himself to be a smart and respected businessman. Due to his circumstances, Charles was only able to complete primary school. His tearoom business has been the main source of income for his family, enabling him to support his children's education and sustain their livelihood. However, recently, the tearoom business has been facing challenges, resulting in reduced profits. To cope with the family expenses, Charles and his wife have taken up farming alongside the tearoom business. In his free time, he enjoys listening to the radio to stay informed about current affairs. Since 2022, Charles has been dealing with a medical issue called a hydrocele, which causes swelling around his groin. This condition has been causing him pain while performing daily activities, discomfort while walking, and a persistent feeling of fullness in the scrotal area when he stands for long periods. After consulting with a doctor, he was diagnosed with a non-communicating hydrocele. The doctor advised him to undergo hydrocelectomy to prevent potential complications, such as infections that could be life-threatening. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. Charles is scheduled to undergo hydrocele repair surgery on August 2nd at AMH's care center. AMH is now requesting $139 to help fund Charles's surgery. Once the procedure is completed, it is hoped that he will experience improved comfort and confidence in his daily life. Charles says, "Surgery is the only hope I'm left with to restore my health. Without your support, I have no other way to pay for my surgery and hence I appeal for your support.”

George is a 3-year-old boy from Limuru in Kiambu County. He is the third and last born in a family of three kids. George is a very active and playful kid. His mother runs a small general kiosk selling small items, and the father is a driver. George was diagnosed with cryptorchidism, a condition in which one or both of the testicles remains undescended. If left untreated, George has an increased risk of developing hernias, testicular cancer, and fertility problems in the future. George will receive assistance from our medical partner, the African Mission Healthcare Foundation (AMHF). AMHF is requesting $483 to cover his procedure and care costs. “I know I have delayed my son’s treatment, but I want the best for him. He is our only son, and we want him to grow up like a normal man. We are kindly seeking assistance on his behalf,” said George’s mother.