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Help Fund Critical Surgery for a very Special Teen in Need

Meet Cosmus, a 17-year-old from a remote village in southwestern Uganda. He lives with his mother, Justine, a single parent, and his younger siblings.
Cosmus’ journey to recovery began in 2017 when he was just 10 years old. During a two-day community medical check-up organised by HPI, a large tumour was discovered on the left side of his face. This led to referrals to the Cancer Hospital in Kampala, where Cosmus underwent two significant surgeries: one in June 2017 to remove the tumour and another in November 2017 to remove the left side of his lower jaw.

These surgeries were crucial, but Cosmus’s recovery is not yet complete. As he approaches adulthood, he requires reconstructive surgery to rebuild his lower jaw and receive dental implants. HPI has been on this journey with Cosmus the whole time, not just to raise funds for this final op, but from the beginning and his twice-yearly check-up trips to Kampala, a journey of over 350 kilometers one way.

This essential surgery will cost approximately $12,000 and we need your help to raise the funds. By contributing to Cosmus's fund, you will help cover the costs of his procedure, travel to Kampala, and necessary medications, allowing him the chance to enjoy a better quality of life. Your generosity and support is deeply appreciated by Cosmus, his family, and the entire HPI team.
Thank you for your kindness and for making a difference in Cosmus's life.

More information about Humanitarian Projects International Inc: Humanitarian Projects International Inc. (HPI) is an Australian based not-for-profit organisation that operates by sending teams of caring volunteer workers wherever needed to relieve poverty and distress, thereby giving hope and a future to orphans and other underprivileged people of the world. HPI assists by building homes, schools, babies' homes, and medical clinics and other necessary assistance.

Please be assured that 100% of your donation is allocated directly to this project. Nothing is deducted for administration. A tax receipt for donations $2 and over will be sent by providing your email address.
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    Julie Gaughan
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    Calderwood, NSW
    Humanitarian Projects International Inc
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