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Kick off your long weekend by signing up for our Houston and Fort Worth 2nd Chance Runs! Take $5 per race entry off with our Labor Day Weekend coupon - just enter LABORDAY24 at checkout! Coupon is good 9/2-9/5.

For more info and to register:

Sept. 14th at MacGregor Park in Houston - https://ow.ly/jafQ50TaYR3

Oct. 19th at The Stockyards in Fort Worth - https://ow.ly/EKJe50TaYR2

This four-day weekend, we've got a special Feel Good Friday edition for you!

- A Labor Day sale for our 2nd Chance Runs
- Highlight of a LifeGift team member
- Spotlight on the unique city in Germany hosting the World Transplant Games
-- Tips on how to talk about donation with others

To read all this and more, visit here >>> https://conta.cc/3ALhsUc.

During , our main focus is educating diverse communities across Texas about the impact of organ, eye and tissue donation. At a recent health fair hosted by the Grand Prairie Spanish South Seventh-Day Adventist Church, we did just that.

Nearly 150 attendees were inspired by our Ambassadors of Hope, William S. and Chandra M., who shared facts and addressed misconceptions about donation, encouraging others to register.

A special shoutout goes to Sebastian A., a church volunteer who stepped in as LifeGift's Spanish Interpreter at the event. We can't wait to see you again, Grand Prairie!

"Breathe Easy" - that's the phrase you'll see written on Team Mike Anthony's t-shirts during Houston's 2nd Chance Run. 💙💚 Their donor hero, Micheal Anthony Oviedo, is the reason they run.

In 2019, Micheal suffered a severe asthma attack at 21 years old. His mother, Lori Rojas, says becoming a registered donor was a decision Michael made at just 15 years old when he obtained his driver’s license.

Micheal saved the lives of four people through the selfless giving of his heart, liver, pancreas and both kidneys, restored sight to one individual through cornea donation and healed countless others through tissue donation.

"Mike left his mark in this world by showing everyone that it’s okay to help and it’s okay to donate. Know that our loved ones did not leave us in vain; they have a greater purpose and are not only heroes but legends who will live on," shares Rojas.

If you're participating in Houston's 2nd Chance Run, be sure to meet Team Mike Anthony! Remember, you still have time to create your own team and honor your donor hero. To do so, visit here >>> https://ow.ly/2ktl50T6Nak

This , we're learning the facts and sharing the stats...all in hopes of saving more lives and spreading the word about organ, eye and tissue donation among different communities.

Send this post to a friend and encourage them to say "YES" today at DonateLifeTexas.org/Register.

Now that the kiddos are back in school, we are reminded of the power of organ, eye and tissue donation! 🍎✏️📘

Do you know a child or teacher impacted by the gift of life? Shout them out in the comments below!

LifeGift honors all registered donors, donor heroes, living donors and donor families whose generosity makes LIFE (and school) possible!

Who says pickleball and organ, eye and tissue donation don't go together?! 🏓💙💚

LifeGift had the opportunity to have an educational table at a Pickleball Tournament in Floydada, Texas. Thank you for having us, Floyd County!

This , we're learning the facts and sharing the stats...all in hopes of saving more lives and spreading the word about organ, eye and tissue donation among different communities.

Send this post to a friend and encourage them to say "YES" today at DonateLifeTexas.org/Register.

Barbara VerWey, one of LifeGift’s Community Engagement Specialists, has been setting our west region on fire! 🔥

She’s getting the community involved in tons of activities and attending numerous events to help further the mission of organ, eye and tissue donation. If you see her out and about educating and inspiring the community in Amarillo or Lubbock, be sure to say “Hi!”

Thanks for all you do, Barbara! 💙💚

We appreciate Barbara VerWey for her presence today and for enlightening us about LifeGift. She cleared up some misconceptions and provided the facts regarding organ donation. Her presentation was followed with a great question and answer session.

Currently, over 100,000 individuals, including men, women, and children, are on the waiting list for vital transplants.
* In Texas alone, 10,000 people are waiting, yet only 60% of Texans have registered as donors.
* Nearly 90% of those on the waiting list require a kidney, and living donors are a viable option for these individuals.
* Registering to become a donor is easy and quick at www.donatelifetexas.org.

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The city of Keller, Texas is known for its small-town roots and big emphasis on quality of life, and now, we know this city for its passion for organ, eye and tissue donation! 💙💚

LifeGift was proud to participate in its recent Employee Health Fair, where Ambassador of Hope, Dan H., educated and inspired dozens of attendees. Way to go, Keller and thanks for al your help, Dan!

Summer is still here, and so is this 2nd Chance Run SALE! ☀️👟 You have until the end of TODAY to receive $5 off your entry fee when using the coupon code "HOT" at check out. Sign up here >>> https://conta.cc/3SRzE4z.

LifeGift's 2nd Chance Runs are being held on Saturday, September 14th at Houston's MacGregor Park and Saturday, October 19th at Fort Worth's Historic Stockyards!

FACT: One organ donor can save the lives of 8 others through gifting your heart, kidneys, liver, lungs, pancreas and intestines.

Did you also know these fun, numerology facts about the number 8?!
- The number 8 can represent continuity, victory, prosperity, balance and overcoming.
- The number 8 is associated with the infinity symbol, which can represent a web of connections and the idea that everything serves a purpose in life.

Say "YES" to organ, eye and tissue donation today at www.DonateLifeTexas.org/Register!

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Our friends at DONATE LIFE TEXAS said it best! 💙💚

In the beautiful mosaic of life, your choice to register as an organ, eye and tissue donor can help create a masterpiece of hope and renewal. Your one decision can change everything. Y'all in?

Sign Up. Save Lives. DonateLifeTexas.org

"It's getting HOT in here, so...register for the 2nd Chance Run!" ☀️👟 This is a summer sale you do not want to miss! When you register today , August 16th - Monday, August 19th, you'll get $5 off your entry fee. Use coupon code "HOT" when at check out.

Join or create your own 2nd Chance Run team when you register. REMEMBER: The largest family and largest hospital teams will receive a trophy!

LifeGift's 2nd Chance Runs are being held on Saturday, September 14th at Houston's MacGregor Park and Saturday, October 19th at Fort Worth's Historic Stockyards!

Register for Houston >>> https://raceroster.com/events/2024/82524/2024-2nd-chance-run-houston
Register for Fort Worth >>> https://raceroster.com/events/2024/82523/2024-2nd-chance-run-fort-worth

💙 Two life-saving transplants saved this father and husband after years of battling kidney disease and diabetes.
💚 LifeGift supported teens and young adults from underrepresented communities at a nursing camp.
💙 A special summer discount is being offered for our 2nd Chance Run that you do not want to miss out on!

All this and more is found in this week's Feel Good Friday >>> https://conta.cc/3ArmUeE.

Let's hear a "woohoo" for Fort Worth! LifeGift Ambassadors of Hope, Kathy L. and Jennifer T. educated more than 300 attendees at the North Texas Wellness Fair, hosted by the Hispanic Wellness Coalition. The event aimed to provide resources and information for the Hispanic and Vietnamese community members of Fort Worth.

Thank you, Ambassadors of Hope, for always making sure our community knows the impact of organ, eye and tissue donation! 💙💚

Looking for a reasons to register as an organ, eye and tissue donor during ? Listen to what these LifeGift team members have to say about it! >>> https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9VVcbrRp_ak&feature=youtu.be

LifeGift's Multicultural Video features Woodlhey Ambroise (Director of Organ Operations and Surgical Recovery), Marcus Hunter (Manager of Surgical Recovery Services) and Francesa Sam-Sin-Rezaie (Manager of Family Engagement).

LifeGift Multicultural Video

Not only is she Miss Teen Grapevine, she's a proud supporter of the donation mission and is now competing as Miss Teen Texas! We're talking about Madison Newton, whose uncle was an organ donor and gave the gift of life. Madison's uncle's selfless decision sparked her to focus her community advocacy on organ, eye and tissue donation.

Want to support Madison in her efforts?! Come out and meet her at her tent at our Fort Worth 2nd Chance Run on October 19th! For more information and to register, click here >>> https://raceroster.com/events/2023/76292/2023-2nd-chance-run-fort-worth.

We don't know who had a better time...the kids or our wonderful Ambassadors of Hope at the 27th Annual Morales Foundation’s Back to School Giveaway!

The event provided kids with school supplies, health screenings, valuable information nd a bike-giveaway! 🚲

Representatives Christina Morales and Sylvia Garcia are both passionate advocates for organ, eye and tissue donation and supporters of LifeGift's mission. We appreciate the opportunity to inspire our diverse communities across Texas and cannot wait to be back next year!

LifeGift's 2nd Chance Run is the perfect event to honor donor heroes and their families, meet other members of the transplant community and make fun-filled memories. DON'T DELAY! Register TODAY using the links below! ⬇️⬇️⬇️

For the Houston 2nd Chance Run >>> https://lnkd.in/gEx6vrMv

For the Fort Worth 2nd Chance Run >>> https://lnkd.in/giBmRPEU

Thank you to our generous 2nd Chance Run Sponsors! It's not too late to support our Houston and Fort Worth events!

Check our sponsorship offerings here https://ow.ly/ivga50SqvBh.

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LifeGift community engagement specialist Barbara VerWey is on a mission to educate West Texas about organ, eye & tissue donation! Here she visits with K-LOVE Radio's Felipe Aguilar as they talk about common misconceptions people have regarding organ donation and the vital need for registered organ donors. Listen here

LOCAL Closer Look: LifeGift (Lubbock) | Positive Encouraging K-LOVE Felipe Aguilar talks with Barbara VerWey, Community Engagement Specialist, with LifeGift organ procurement in Lubbock, TX, about organ donation and procurement. VerWey discusses her role as Community Engagement Specialist and the need for organ or tissue donation. She also explains what life-saving....

LifeGift proudly sponsored and presented at the Compassrn Compass to Nursing Camp held at TMC Innovation Factory. CompassRN, a nurse-led non-profit, provides mentorship and exploration in the nursing field for teens and young adults from underrepresented communities.

LifeGift’s vice president and chief medical officer, Yolanda Becker, MD, FACS, FAST and community engagement specialist Leslie Meigs-Torres, highlighted LifeGift’s organ and tissue donation programs. Dr. Becker addressed popular myths and misconceptions about organ donation, while Meigs-Torres shared details about her personal kidney transplantation journey.

LifeGift’s Ambassador of Hope volunteers Monica Emerson, John Sanson and Manuel Calderon shared their personal stories and answered questions about LifeGift’s Ambassador of Hope volunteer program.

“LifeGift is committed to community outreach by supporting initiatives that make a tangible difference in the lives of young people,” says Dr. Becker. “By investing in the future of healthcare, we’re helping to cultivate a diverse and talented pool of future nurses who will contribute to the strength and resilience of our healthcare system.”

“It was a great opportunity to collaborate with LifeGift and introduce students to the world of organ transplantation,” shares Renée Omoyeni, MS, BSN, RN, CompassRN founder and executive director. “Our objective is to provide aspiring healthcare professionals with early exposure to various nursing specialties and roles. Partnering with LifeGift offered students invaluable insights into the various opportunities within organ transplantation. We look forward to further collaborations to connect students with LifeGift volunteering opportunities at LifeGift and participating in their 2nd Chance Run.”

LifeGift looks forward to future community initiatives with CompassRN to inspire students with a passion for healthcare, build confidence and cultivate a future generation of nurses that reflect the vibrant communities we serve.

LifeGift's leadership recently participated in the Texas Transplantation Society's Scientific Meeting, a prestigious gathering of medical professionals, researchers and transplantation experts. The annual event provided a platform for LifeGift to highlight our dedication to saving lives through organ, eye and tissue donation, reinforcing its role as a key player in shaping the future of transplantation.

LifeGift’s Kevin Myer, MSHA, president and CEO; Yolanda Becker, MD, vice president and chief medical officer; Schawnte’ Williams-Taylor, RN, BSN, MBA, MS, CPTC, vice president of family engagement and donation services and Woodlhey Ambroise, MSHA, MBA, RRT, RCP, CPTC, director of organ operations and surgical recovery, presented at the conference.

LifeGift's team participated in panel discussions, educational presentations and collaborative workshops, highlighting the latest advancements and the critical role of organ procurement organizations in connecting donors with recipients.

A poster presentation submitted by LifeGift’s Woodlhey Ambroise, titled "Improved Accuracy of Pathology Results Helps Kidney Utilization: Comparison of Complex Kidney Biopsy Pathology Results," was selected as a 2024 TTS Trinkle-Banowsky Award winner. View LifeGift's poster presentation here https://tinyurl.com/2d5sb44u

LifeGift's presence at the Texas Transplantation Society’s Conference exemplifies our commitment to advancing the field of organ transplantation. Through active engagement, LifeGift contributed valuable insights and expertise, solidifying its position as a key influencer in the transplantation community.

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Thank you, Houston Methodist, for being a 2nd Chance Run Champion Sponsor! We appreciate your generous efforts in supporting organ, eye and tissue donation.

Interested in being a 2nd Chance Run sponsor? Visit https://ow.ly/ivga50SqvBh.

It's Friday! Enjoy the newest edition of "Feel Good Fridays" by meeting LifeGift Amarillo and Lubbock team member Ben Rantz, celebrate the start of National Multicultural Donor Awareness Month, and read about LifeGift leadership's impactful presence at the Texas Transplantation Society’s Annual Scientific Meeting!
To read more, click here >>> https://conta.cc/3ycPDTP

What is ? Each August, it's a time to...

💙 EDUCATE, especially in communities where myths and misconceptions are more prevalent.
💚 ADVOCATE for those waiting for their second chance at life.
🧡 ENCOURAGE others to register and have conversations with family about their decision.
💛 PROMOTE healthy living, early detection and disease prevention.
💜 HONOR donor heroes and families of multicultural communities who have given the gift of life.

In Texas, 74% of people waiting for life-saving transplants are of multicultural communities. YOU could be a hero today by saying "YES" to organ, eye and tissue donation at DonateLifeTexas.org/Register.

is ONE DAY AWAY! Join us in this collaborative effort to save and heal lives of diverse communities by creating a positive culture and cultivating powerful conversations around organ, eye and tissue donation. 💙💚

This month and always, we come together to educate, inspire and celebrate life and legacy!

Friends who REGISTER together, stay together! Today on , be a good friend and encourage your bestie to say "YES" to organ, eye and tissue donation!

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