Meet Dot, a 63-year-old retired bicycle mechanic from Kampot province, where he lives with his wife, a local rice farmer. Dot is a proud parent to a daughter who is a teacher and a son who works as a car mechanic. Additionally, he is blessed with two grandchildren. At home, Dot likes to read the Koran and tinker with old bicycles to repair for the children in his village. Five years ago, Dot developed a cataract in his left eye, causing photophobia, itchiness, tearing, and blurry vision. It is difficult for him to read the Koran, and he has to rely mostly on touch, not sight, to fix bicycles for the neighborhood children. When Dot learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled for four hours seeking treatment. On July 18th, doctors will perform a minor incision cataract surgery, and an intraocular lens implant in his left eye. After recovery, he will be able to see clearly. Now, he needs help to fund this $253 procedure. Dot said: "I hope that after surgery, I can see better to easily go out, take care of my family, and help my wife at the rice field."

Kenan is a 29-year-old small-scale farmer. He is an intelligent, gentle, and social young man who shared that he is still single due to strained financial issues, and he hopes to get married in a few years to come. He is the youngest in a family of three, with two brothers - one is a teacher and the other is a peasant farmer. Kenan is an orphan and was raised by his elder brother. He has a degree in agriculture but was unable to get a job in his profession, so he is now involved in farming. However, due to challenges like limited land and lack of enough capital, he earns less. Despite this, he is actively involved in politics and even holds the position of local council in his village. For four years, Kenan has had a right reducible inguinal hernia. He experiences on the right side of the inguinal region (groin area). He has been taking painkillers in hopes of getting better, but all of his efforts have been in vain. He reports feeling pain when working or standing for long hours, as well as consistent abdominal pain when lifting heavy objects. Fortunately, our medical partner, African Mission Healthcare (AMH), can help. On August 8th, Kenan will undergo hernia repair surgery at AMH's care center. AMH is requesting $230 to fund Kenan's surgery. Once completed, this procedure will hopefully allow him to live more comfortably and confidently. Kenan says, “The only hope I have of getting better with this condition is by surgery and if I get your support, I surely believe all well be well.”

Dara is a 52-year-old tuk-tuk driver from Cambodia. He lives in Phnom Penh with his wife, son, and two daughters. His wife is a stay-at-home mom, his oldest son works in an office, and his two younger daughters are in school. When he is not working, Dara likes to spend time with his family. Dara has had diabetes since he was in his early thirties. On July 4th, Dara stepped on a nail. His left toes became red and swollen, and a bad blister formed the following day. Dara has developed a foot ulcer and experiences pain, swelling, and discharge. Currently, Dara cannot walk easily or drive his tuk-tuk. Diabetes can increase the risk of foot infections due to reduced blood circulation, and proper foot care is essential to reduce the risk of complication When Dara learned about our medical partner, Children's Surgical Centre, he traveled to their treatment center to see if they can help. On July 14th, surgeons at CSC will perform a debridement procedure to remove the infected tissue from the wound and help it heal. CSC is requesting $324 to fund this procedure. Dara contributed $50 to his care. Dara said, "I hope that my foot will heal and I can walk normally again."