GiftWorks

A proven program that empowers organ transplant recipients, protects living donors, and saves lives, proving that giving in full trust… works.

Transformative Impact

GiftWorks believes patients and their living donors should feel equally supported, empowered, and part of an amazing exchange that is both lifesaving and beautiful.

Listen to an interview to see how the program not only empowers recipients, but advocates for their living donors. Featuring images of GiftWorks’ recipients and donors.

Serving Recipients & Donors

The GiftWorks’ program has three pillars designed to serve both recipients and those who step forward to become living donors. Our fundamental pillars are education, support, and advocacy.

Education

Knowing the benefits of living organ donation gives both recipients and their donors the information they need to confidently commit to transplantation. Both recipients and donors are provided with ongoing education and resources.

Support

Recipients in the GiftWorks’ program are provided with coaching, tools, and a proven step-by-step process led by guides who are experts in marketing so they can share their unique stories, leverage their network, and engage with possible donors.

Advocacy

Potential living donors receive information and guidance from GiftWorks throughout the transplant journey from experienced navigators who are living organ donors. Each navigator is committed to ensuring donors are fully aware of their rights and protections.

2023 Pilot Program

University of Utah Health

The 10-patient pilot program was a collaborative effort between the University of Utah Health (UUH) and GiftWorks which lasted 6 months. During the pilot, 10-patients and their living donor candidates had the opportunity to go through the entire GiftWorks’ program.

To the right, you will see pilot results. Phase 2 of the GiftWorks program at the University of Utah Health launched in February 2024, supporting 25 recipients.

Additional Notes:

2/2 liver recipients working with GiftWorks received living donor transplants at the University of Utah Health.
One liver recipient's campaign reached 3 million people, leading to 700+ living donor candidates.
All waitlisted recipients invited to apply to Phase 2 to ensure equity and transparency.
GiftWorks and our partners are committed to increasing access to the program.

Praise

When GiftWorks reached out to me about the pilot program with the UofU, it had a profound change on my outlook, my attitude and most importantly, it gave me a purpose and a goal that I could actively strive for that might radically change the course and quality of my life.

Once I decided this was right for me to donate my kidney, GiftWorks was there every step of the way. Sometimes it is just emotional support my navigator provided me, and other times it was advice and guidance. I could tell from the minute I spoke to my navigator that she genuinely cared about me and was going to be my advocate.

The GiftWork's program will save my son's life and for that I am beyond grateful. GiftWorks stood by our side throughout the whole process and ensured we felt comfortable with everything and that we would reach many people who may want to donate a kidney to my son. Their special care has made this a wonderful experience and a true gift to us.

GiftWorks has been so incredibly helpful to have along with me on this journey. I'm truly so thankful for my navigator's help and support. Most people in my life are anxious about this, and it's so nice to have a cheerleader in my corner who can help me see the big picture clearly.

I am grateful for the opportunity to be accepted and part of the GiftWorks’ Program and have their help. I look forward to the weekly assignments and projects each week. I can see a big difference between doing it the GiftWorks’ way and when I tried by myself.

I was surprised and got excited when I found out that there are people that actually stepped up to help and signed up, that makes me feel so appreciative and hopeful.