We always teach our kids not to judge others by their appearance—but sadly, that lesson doesn’t always stick. Many children still face bullying because of how they look.

Evan Hill, a young boy from New Zealand, was one of them. He was relentlessly teased at school and cruelly nicknamed “rabbit boy” because of his unusually large front teeth, which made it hard for him to even close his mouth completely.

His parents knew how much Evan was suffering, but they couldn’t afford the expensive dental surgery he needed. Everything changed when a local magazine shared his story. The article struck a chord with readers across the country—and soon, donations began pouring in.

A fundraising campaign quickly took off, with hundreds of strangers contributing to help Evan. “I don’t know where we’d be without everyone’s generosity,” his mother told Newshub.

Thanks to the outpouring of support, Evan was finally able to undergo the life-changing surgery. And there was more good news: the donations exceeded the cost of the procedure, so his family gave the remaining funds to a charity that helps other children in need of medical care.

Today, Evan’s transformation is remarkable. He looks and feels like a whole new person—and his confidence shines through. Watch his journey in the video below, and consider sharing it. You might just inspire someone else to help a child in need.