Every surgery, every training, and every life changed through Children’s Surgery International begins with volunteers.
April is National Volunteer Month, and it’s a special time for us to celebrate the extraordinary people who give their time, expertise, and heart to care for children around the world.
Our volunteers travel to provide life-changing pediatric surgical care. But their impact reaches far beyond the operating room. They teach, mentor, and partner with local medical professionals so that children can access safe, specialized care well into the future.
Without volunteers, CSI's work would not be possible — their generosity and compassion continue to bring hope and healing to children, families, and communities worldwide. 💙
Central + Priority Pediatrics has been caring for children and families since 1947, providing expert, compassionate care — from routine checkups to complex medical needs.
We’re thrilled to welcome them as a Gold Sponsor of the Be the Light CSI Gala on Saturday, May 2. Their support helps bring life-changing surgeries and training to children in our partner communities.
A masterpiece will come to life before your eyes — and you could take it home.
Internationally awarded artist Kelly Schamberger will complete a one-of-a-kind painting live at the Be the Light Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Inspired by a photo taken in Ethiopia during CSI’s October surgical training trip by volunteer nurse Emily Fox, the piece captures three young girls, arms around each other, radiating joy.
Fun fact: Kelly’s work has even traveled to the moon as part of the Lunar Codex with NASA and SpaceX. 🌙
Not attending the gala? Arrange to bid by proxy so you don’t miss out.
The compassionate physicians and staff at Pediatric Surgical Associates know that children require specialized, thoughtful care — and they live that mission both at home and around the world.
PSA surgeons generously volunteer their time and expertise with CSI, both as organizational leaders and as team members, providing life-changing surgical care for children in our partner communities while collaborating with our in-country partners to build self-sufficiency.
We are incredibly grateful for their partnership and proud to recognize them as a Gold Sponsor of the Be the Light Gala on Saturday, May 2.
OMS Specialists: Oral Surgery, Implants & Wisdom Teeth delivers exceptional oral and maxillofacial surgical care across the Twin Cities, grounded in a commitment to safety, precision, and patient-centered treatment.
Beyond their work at home, OMS surgeons have devoted countless volunteer hours with Children’s Surgery International, providing life-changing surgical care for children in our partner communities around the world.
We are deeply grateful for their generosity and are proud to recognize OMS Specialists as a Gold Sponsor of the Be the Light CSI Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of children who deserve access to safe, specialized surgical care. Register for your gala tickets, sponsor, or donate today: onecau.se/csigala2026
For more than a decade, Firestone Liberia and Bridgestone Americas have stood alongside Children’s Surgery International, helping make life-changing pediatric surgical care possible in Liberia.
Through their generous support — including hospital facilities, transportation, freight, lodging, and logistics — our teams are able to work collaboratively to provide critical surgeries for children while also investing in local medical education and training that strengthens care for years to come.
We are deeply grateful for their continued leadership and commitment to the people of Liberia, and we’re proud to recognize them as a Premier Sponsor of the CSI Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Join us as we raise funds to continue this essential work — get your tickets at onecau.se/csigala2026
How did our volunteers sum up their week in Ethiopia?
Long days. Powerful teaching. Life-changing care. Moments like these — captured in this reel.
A major achievement: ENT fellow Dr. Kassaw Ketemaw and other College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia. colleagues assisted in performing two ear reconstructions for the first time — 8+ hour, highly complex surgeries — under the guidance of Dr. Siva Chinnadurai.
Every surgery, every training, and every life changed through Children’s Surgery International begins with volunteers.
April is National Volunteer Month, and it’s a special time for us to celebrate the extraordinary people who give their time, expertise, and heart to care for children around the world.
Our volunteers travel to provide life-changing pediatric surgical care. But their impact reaches far beyond the operating room. They teach, mentor, and partner with local medical professionals so that children can access safe, specialized care well into the future.
Without volunteers, CSI's work would not be possible — their generosity and compassion continue to bring hope and healing to children, families, and communities worldwide. 💙
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Central + Priority Pediatrics has been caring for children and families since 1947, providing expert, compassionate care — from routine checkups to complex medical needs.
Beyond their clinic walls, Central + Priority Pediatrics shares a commitment to children’s health globally.
We’re thrilled to welcome them as a Gold Sponsor of the Be the Light CSI Gala on Saturday, May 2. Their support helps bring life-changing surgeries and training to children in our partner communities.
Register for tickets today — onecau.se/csigala2026
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A masterpiece will come to life before your eyes — and you could take it home.
Internationally awarded artist Kelly Schamberger will complete a one-of-a-kind painting live at the Be the Light Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Inspired by a photo taken in Ethiopia during CSI’s October surgical training trip by volunteer nurse Emily Fox, the piece captures three young girls, arms around each other, radiating joy.
Fun fact: Kelly’s work has even traveled to the moon as part of the Lunar Codex with NASA and SpaceX. 🌙
Not attending the gala? Arrange to bid by proxy so you don’t miss out.
There's still time to register for tickets — visit onecau.se/csigala2026
Kelly Schamberger : Art
Emily Fox
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Today on National Doctors’ Day, we celebrate the skill, compassion, and dedication of doctors everywhere.
At Children’s Surgery International, we’re especially grateful for the volunteer specialists who serve alongside our incredible in-country physicians.
Together, you are expanding access to life-changing pediatric surgery and transforming the futures of children around the world.
Thank you for all that you do.
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The compassionate physicians and staff at Pediatric Surgical Associates know that children require specialized, thoughtful care — and they live that mission both at home and around the world.
PSA surgeons generously volunteer their time and expertise with CSI, both as organizational leaders and as team members, providing life-changing surgical care for children in our partner communities while collaborating with our in-country partners to build self-sufficiency.
We are incredibly grateful for their partnership and proud to recognize them as a Gold Sponsor of the Be the Light Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Join us at the gala — register or sponsor at onecau.se/csigala2026
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OMS Specialists: Oral Surgery, Implants & Wisdom Teeth delivers exceptional oral and maxillofacial surgical care across the Twin Cities, grounded in a commitment to safety, precision, and patient-centered treatment.
Beyond their work at home, OMS surgeons have devoted countless volunteer hours with Children’s Surgery International, providing life-changing surgical care for children in our partner communities around the world.
We are deeply grateful for their generosity and are proud to recognize OMS Specialists as a Gold Sponsor of the Be the Light CSI Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Join us for an unforgettable evening in support of children who deserve access to safe, specialized surgical care. Register for your gala tickets, sponsor, or donate today: onecau.se/csigala2026
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For more than a decade, Firestone Liberia and Bridgestone Americas have stood alongside Children’s Surgery International, helping make life-changing pediatric surgical care possible in Liberia.
Through their generous support — including hospital facilities, transportation, freight, lodging, and logistics — our teams are able to work collaboratively to provide critical surgeries for children while also investing in local medical education and training that strengthens care for years to come.
We are deeply grateful for their continued leadership and commitment to the people of Liberia, and we’re proud to recognize them as a Premier Sponsor of the CSI Gala on Saturday, May 2.
Join us as we raise funds to continue this essential work — get your tickets at onecau.se/csigala2026
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✨ Registration is OPEN! ✨
Don’t miss CSI's 21st annual Be the Light Gala on Saturday, May 2, 2026 — a night of inspiration, community, and celebration.
Secure your tickets, sponsorship, or make a donation: onecau.se/csigala2026
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How did our volunteers sum up their week in Ethiopia?
Long days. Powerful teaching. Life-changing care.
Moments like these — captured in this reel.
A major achievement: ENT fellow Dr. Kassaw Ketemaw and other College of Medicine and Health Sciences, Bahir Dar University, Ethiopia. colleagues assisted in performing two ear reconstructions for the first time — 8+ hour, highly complex surgeries — under the guidance of Dr. Siva Chinnadurai.
Congratulations to all involved.
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