Oul is a 56-year-old construction worker from Cambodia. He lives with his wife and daughter, who is a student. Oul shared that he enjoys watching the news on his mobile phone during his free time. About five months ago, Oul developed a cataract in his left eye, causing him irritation, blurry vision, and photophobia. Oul has had to stop working because he can no longer see to drive the trucks, which has created financial difficulties for his small family. Currently, he has difficulty seeing things clearly, including colors and faces, and is worried about falling when walking, so he cannot go places on his own. When Oul learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre (CSC), he traveled for two and a half hours seeking treatment. On December 13th, doctors will perform cataract surgery and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. CSC is requesting $253 to help fund this procedure. Oul said: "I hope after this operation, I will able to continue my work well and go outside."

Hosiana is a three-year-old Tanzanian girl, with two loving parents and three siblings. Hosiana's parents are cattle breeders. Sadly, most of their cattle have died as a result of a persistent drought, and the few remaining cattle aren't healthy enough to attract buyers, so they are sold off at a loss for their family. In October 2021, Hosiana fell into a pit of flaming goat manure when she was playing with her friends. Her hands and the skin around her thighs were burned. Hosiana was given first aid at a local clinic, and received further treatment for her wounds at a hospital. After she had healed and returned home, Hosiana's mother noticed that Hosiana didn't have full range of motion of her hands. They were advised to return to the hospital, but lacked the funds to do so. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is stepping in to help. Hosiana requires several procedures, including burn contracture release of her right wrist and the third finger on her right hand, a skin graft, and the amputation of her pinkie finger. She will also need additional surgery on the rest of her body. All told, the family is seeking $1,088 to fund these procedures, which are scheduled for February 28th, at Arusha Lutheran Medical Centre. Hosiana’s mother says: “My daughter has never talked. Sometimes I wonder if the fire accident is what caused this. I hope that she gets treatment to make her feel better.”

Moreen, a small scale farmer and mother of three, lives in Uganda with her family. In addition to farming, Moreen, who is 35 years old, also tries to get small jobs around her neighborhood to supplement the family's income. Her husband works on local construction projects. Moreen is currently pregnant and while the pregnancy has been a healthy one, her doctors are recommending that she deliver this child via a C-section, due to the scars and risk from her earlier C-sections. Moreen understands that this will offer her the best chance for a safe and healthy delivery, but she unable to raise the money to cover the costs of the procedure. Our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare Foundation, is seeking $252 to fund Moreen's C-section, which is scheduled to take place on December 15th, at Karoli Lwanga Hospital, Nyakibale. Moreen is looking to you for support. Moreen says: "I trust that I will surely deliver well when given your support, because what I am worried about most is the hospital bill."