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I’m thankful every day for my gift! ❤️

Sometimes, a single moment of compassion can change everything. Registering as an organ, eye, and tissue donor is one of those moments—a choice that could mean a lifetime for someone else.

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We are forever grateful Zoie for precious gifts of life.
May you rest in peace, and thank you Zoie’s family for your courage to share your story.
Forever grateful,
Don
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"I’m so proud of Zoie for choosing to be an organ donor. I only had her in this earthly world for 19 short years. But oh the love we have. My girl still lives in my heart and soul. I am thankful that in her death she was able to give life to others in need. Her heart, liver, kidneys, and intestines live on in others. It was very hard to lose my girl but seeing all the lives she saved, it makes my heart so full of awe. Zoie, we love you and miss you every second of every day. You are my hero and I’m so proud of you."

Story from our friends at Donate Life Tennessee. 💙💚

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Meet Autumn. At two months old, Autumn was diagnosed with end-stage liver failure and put on the transplant waiting list. After months of waiting, a donor liver match was found in January 2021. Autumn underwent a successful transplant and has since recovered well, expressing gratitude to her donor for the gift of life.

From the smallest heroes to the bravest fighters, this week is all about honoring the resilience of our pediatric transplant recipients and their families.

Click the link below to read Autumn’s full story and more Donate Life America Stories of Hope.

https://donatelife.net/how-you-can-help/take-action/read-and-share-stories-of-hope/

God bless all donors in heaven and on earth who have given so many a second chance in life. ❤️🙏❤️🙏,

Always grateful,
Don

"This is my beautiful wife, Joanne. She was in heart failure to the point it was only pumping at about 17% or less for a very long time. She had a major heart attack last year. Her heart was done. She had to have a pump inserted in her artery and was confined to the hospital until they could find a donor.

Her HERO turned out to be a 23-year-old woman from Mississippi. Without her selfless decision to be a donor, I really don’t know if the love of my life would be here today. Donors are the biggest heroes! I thank the lord for her (along with all donors) decision to donate her organs every day." - Tim H.

RIP Kameron ❤️🙏❤️🙏

Always grateful,
Don
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Remembering Kameron.

Kameron's decision to become an organ donor after losing his driver's license showcases the power of selflessness and generosity. In just a short time, his choice to update his license had a profound impact on the lives of others, turning into a remarkable gift of life.

This act of kindness reflects Kameron's character and highlights the ripple effect of giving. Shawn Steinhoff's poignant words capture the essence of Kameron's nature - a person who quietly cared for others, extending his kindness beyond his own life.

It's a reminder of the lasting impact one individual can have through a simple yet meaningful gesture like organ donation.

Today we remember Kameron Steinhoff, whose spirit continues to soar, may his legacy inspire others to embrace the gift of life through organ donation. 💙

Thank you for sharing this and creating awareness for such a beautiful gift.
Thank you Zeke for your gift of life.
May you rest in peace.
Always grateful,
Don
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The family of a teenager who died following a crash in Lehi last weekend said his legacy is living on after his organs were donated to several people. Zeke Gordon, 17, was riding a home-built motorcycle when he hit a pickup truck.

"Zeke was raised to know that (the) responsibility is ours to help others...He had just received his driver's license not too long prior to this accident, where he did check YES to ....To us, he is truly a hero and is living on." - Jennifer Hall, Zeke's aunt

Watch KSL 5 TV story: https://www.ksl.com/article/50937734/family-of-teen-who-died-after-lehi-motorcycle-crash-says-he-saved-lives-by-donating-organs

Brianna Chavez

Register to be a donor: http://bit.ly/registerutah

Thank you for sharing this with us. Your sons gift and your loss helps remind us how precious our gift is, and to never lose site of our blessing.

Mid-America Transplant Mid-America Transplant serves as the regional organ and tissue procurement organization for eastern

We are all damaged. We have all been hurt. We have all had to learn painful lessons. We are all recovering from some mistake, loss, betrayal, abuse, injustice or misfortune. All of life is a process of recovery that never ends. We each must find ways to accept and move through the pain and to pick ourselves back up. For each pang of grief, depression, doubt or despair, there is an inverse toward renewal coming to you in time. Each tragedy is an announcement that some good will indeed come in time. Be patient with yourself.
---Bryant McGill

Donor Gratitude, building the “Bridge of Life” that connects all of us in the world of organ transplantation.
Thank you for sharing ❤️

These are the kind of warriors that bring awareness to the world of Organ Transplantation. Thank you my fellow warrior for sharing your blessing.
Always grateful,
Don
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“I received my first liver transplant in 2006 and eventually developed a blood clot, which caused me to need another liver transplant in 2021. I lost a lot of muscle mass and looked like I was nine months pregnant.

By the time I went into the hospital waiting for my second transplant, my kidneys were shutting down, and they gave me a week to live. I received my liver in one day and almost died from surgery. I was down to 124 lbs. and in the hospital, recovering for 73 days. Despite it all, I’m very blessed. I praise God, and I love my donors and their families.” - Thomas

The gift of life is something that no recipient can ever express enough gratitude for.
We must never forget our donors and the gift that they and their families have given us.
Always Grateful,
Don
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"This is the last post anyone wants to make.

This past Thanksgiving my littlest sister, Alysia, took her last natural breath on this earth. This last week has been one of the worst.

Her contribution to this world was immeasurable. She gave the gift of life to three people and she was called a hero. She was honored and her life meant something!

Someone received a new lease on life and real soon two other lives will start new journeys. If there would have been matches for others, she could have given to many more.

Right now, I'm asking everyone to say a prayer that everything goes smooth for the recipients. That their bodies will not only accept these new organs, but also thrive with them!"

— LeLe

Story via our friends over at DonorConnect. 💙💚

Countless lives are saved and improved because Donor Heroes make a selfless decision. We are honored to celebrate their legacies.

Donor Tribute: Christopher Stiltner

"Christopher loved helping others. He loved being a husband and dad more than anything. He loved his job. He just loved life so much. His gift saved at least 4 lives. He would be so proud of himself. I am proud of him. He was such an amazing person."

Save lives and make a difference today. as an organ, eye and tissue donor at SierraDonor.org.

Our world is full of courageous and amazing people, RIP Anthony and thank you Anthony’s family, and all the Donors and Donor families in our transplant world.
Always grateful
Don
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MOMENT OF SILENCE: We ask you to join us for a moment of silence in honor and recognition of Anthony for his lifesaving gift of organ donation. The magnitude of this decision, to save those most in need, is to be honored and admired. In this moment, we regard Anthony with respect and dignity above all else.
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"Our family has been blessed to have loved and been loved unconditionally by Anthony for the past 20 years. We will always cherish our memories of his contagious laughter and smile that could light up any room."

-Tribute submitted by Anthony's family.

Hello to the world❤️
Get your heart happy, lungs lively, liver living, kidneys kicking and everything else you can manage to get moving.
It’s time to build awareness and support the world of organ transplantation.
Thank you Sierra Donor Services for everything you do, see you at Donor Dash.
Always grateful,
Don
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Sierra Donor Services is hosting its Donor Dash 5K Run in West Sacramento on Saturday, October 14 to honor those who have donated, celebrate recipients and recognize those who are still waiting for lifesaving transplants!

Join us for a morning of heroic fun as we celebrate donation, including a costume contest for adults, children and pets!

Register now at SierraDonorDash.com!

You are so right Justin when you say that the majority of those waiting for a organ transplant will never have the opportunity to experience such an amazing gift, the gift of life.
Thank you for having the forethought to learn about how the amazing world of organ transplantation works, awareness is always going to a key factor for a good outcome. Continue to be your own best advocate, I will pray for you that your amazing day will come.
Together we will build that bridge of life that connects all us who have received our gift, with all of those who have made our gift possible.
I wish you the best for a successful journey.
Always grateful,
Don
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“I'm currently waiting for a liver transplant.

I had cirrhosis of the liver, which was due in part to some effects with COVID, but also because of alcohol use. When a doctor comes in, and tells you that you have an 85-95 percent chance of dying in the next 90 days, and you have a 6-year-old daughter, it really puts life in perspective.

At first I was speechless. It’s life-altering news for sure. And, after I processed it, I just made the decision that whatever they're telling me to do, I'm gonna do it. I've now been sober for a little over 16 months. I’m working on not only myself in recovery but doing a lot of research on the transplant side, too. From the beginning of the journey to the time I actually got listed was about 13-14 months.

Getting a liver for me and my family would be obviously the end of this journey and the closing of a chapter. I’ve also had extensive talks with my family about getting the liver and why donation is so important. I understand that there's going to be a donor and a family attached to that liver that I get to take care of and I’ll have that responsibility for the rest of my life.

There aren’t enough donors for the people waiting on the list and that's a major problem. I'm very fortunate that I feel okay right now and that I'm on the waitlist. Hopefully, I can get transplanted sooner rather than later. But some people never get that opportunity. I think the best way for people to expand the donor pool, especially here in Iowa, is to talk about it. Iowa is such a family-based state. By mentioning that I’m on the waitlist or associated with organ donation, sometimes that’s all people need is to know someone who is on the list. And then you can educate them and get the right information that they need to register. I’m looking forward to expanding that knowledge to everybody and showing the world how important donation really is for all of us.”

— Dustin

Building that bridge of life! What a great story.
Go to donorgratitude.org and share you story to the world.
Always grateful,
Don

From my experience, and I have a lot of experience. I can’t say enough good things about nurses and the medical field in general. I give a big shout out of gratitude to all the nurses in the world!
Always grateful,
Don
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Thanks Bob for your story, and helping to build that bridge of life that connects organ recipients with all those who make our gift possible.
Always grateful,
Don
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"Over thirteen years ago, a young man checked "yes" on his driver's license renewal. This is one of the better results to have come from a tragedy. Descansa en Paz, Ruben." - Robert Moss

Bob Moss is a double transplant recipient (heart and kidney!) who we have the privilege of calling one of our very own Donate Life Ambassadors! 💙💚

The heroic act of one young man gave Bob a second opportunity to be the most incredible father and grandfather he could be. Now, he advocates for the Gift of Life so others can receive his same blessing.

Thank you Zoie for the gift of life, a gift so precious that words will never be able to express the gratitude that so many of us have for such an amazing blessing.
Always grateful,
Don
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Countless lives have been saved and improved because Donor Heroes make a selfless decision. We are honored to celebrate their legacies.

Donor Tribute: Zoie Frye

"I’m so proud of Zoie for choosing to be an organ donor. I only had her in this earthly world for 19 short years. But oh the love we have. My girl still lives in my heart and soul. I am thankful that, in her death, she was able to give life to others in need. Her heart, liver, kidneys, and intestines live on in others. It was very hard to lose my girl but seeing all the lives she saved, it makes my heart so full of awe. Zoie, we love you and miss you every second of every day. You are my hero, and I’m so proud of you."

My first annual fundraiser for the world of organ donation and transplantation did not happen this year due to health reasons, but it’s good to know that there are many others on the same mission.
Expressing gratitude for the amazing and beautiful gift of life.
Thank you from Donor gratitude.
Always grateful,

Don
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TOT 4.5 review and NBC Today Show - The Organ Trail We were contacted by the NBC Today Show when we arrived into Dallas, Texas a week or so into the ride. By the time we (I) biked to Morgan City, LA, a few days before we were to arrive into New Orleans, a producer from NYC and a crew of two from NOLA came to [...]

Congrats to you Victoria, thank you for sharing your story. Visit and express your gratitude at donorgratitude.org

"6 months!! 183 days!! 1/2 of a year!!🎊🥳✨ I am in complete disbelief at how fast time has flown by. My recovery has had a lot of ups and downs, but I am constantly reminded that my quality of life is immensely better than before my transplant. Every single thing about my life has changed, and I would be lying if I said the adjustment has been easy. Keeping track of the many medications, appointments, and general fear of something going wrong is a lot to manage, and I wouldn’t trade it for the world. I am finally healthy and pain free and that’s all I ever wanted.
I am endlessly grateful to my , and my continued existence because of them is something I don’t take for granted. Organ donation is so necessary and helps save so many lives every year (like mine), so please consider registering if you haven’t.💙💚

I feel so overwhelmed with gratitude for everyone who has reached out and offered support and good thoughts. I have never felt more loved and it really does make the world of a difference with my recovery. I appreciate you all more than I can express🙏🏼💕" - Victoria

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