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	1	+This feature helps patients, families, families, community based organizations, faith based organizations and groups raise medical funds quickly during emergencies or long-term treatment — and enables well-wishers to support transparently.
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	3	+== (a) The problem being addressed ==
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	5	+In Kenya, health emergencies can become financial emergencies:
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	7	+* Sudden hospitalization
	8	+* Surgery or ICU bills
	9	+* Cancer treatment costs
	10	+* Complications during pregnancy
	11	+* Long-term medication needs
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	13	+Often families:
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	15	+* raise funds late (when the bill is already overwhelming)
	16	+* lack a trusted, organized way to ask for support
	17	+* struggle to keep supporters updated
	18	+* face stress and stigma during a difficult time
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	20	+== (b) How Amicus solves it ==
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	22	+=== Create a support request quickly ===
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	24	+A patient (or caregiver) can create a fundraising request with:
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	26	+* the need (what the funds are for)
	27	+* evidence (optional documents)
	28	+* target amount
	29	+* timeline
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	31	+=== Supporters contribute easily ===
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	33	+Well-wishers can contribute using familiar payments (e.g., M-PESA and other options depending on setup).
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	35	+=== Transparency and accountability ===
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	37	+Amicus helps keep fundraising organized by:
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	39	+* tracking contributions
	40	+* keeping supporters updated
	41	+* helping ensure the funds are used for the intended care purpose (where applicable)
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	43	+=== From emergency support to ongoing care ===
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	45	+Fundraising is not just about money — it’s about:
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	47	+* continuing care
	48	+* ensuring follow-ups happen
	49	+* helping a patient stay connected to clinics and care teams
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	51	+== (c) Value proposition (cost, convenience, collaboration, Ubuntu) ==
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	53	+=== Cost ===
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	55	+* Helps close the gap between urgent care needs and available cash
	56	+* Can prevent delays in treatment that make conditions worse (and more costly)
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	58	+=== Convenience ===
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	60	+* Fundraising and updates can be managed through simple workflows
	61	+* Supporters have an easy way to contribute and stay informed
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	63	+=== Collaboration ===
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	65	+* Patients, caregivers, donors, and providers can coordinate better
	66	+* Reduces confusion and duplicate requests
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	68	+=== Ubuntu / communal support ===
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	70	+This is the heart of the feature:
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	72	+* It makes it easy for Kenyans and well-wishers to stand with someone in need
	73	+* It strengthens community care — //“I am because we are”// — in a practical, transparent way.