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Curious about living donation? Join one GiftWorks’ “Conversations with Living Donors” sessions on ZOOM. During these sessions, you will connect with living donors and others considering donation.

Imagine the potential to address this growing epidemic in America through the power of education, awareness, and the incredible generosity of living donors. Together, we can change lives and give hope to those who need it most.

Did you know that people can live healthy, full lives with just one kidney? When someone donates a kidney, their remaining kidney grows and adapts, taking on the workload to maintain full function for the body. This remarkable ability to adjust makes living kidney donation a safe and lifesaving option for many. By donating a kidney, individuals have the opportunity to give the ultimate gift—a second chance at life—to a family member, friend, colleague, or even a stranger.

There are many reasons why receiving a kidney from a living donor is considered the best option for patients in need of a transplant. One key advantage is the shorter waiting time—patients can receive their transplant much sooner compared to waiting on the deceased donor list, which can take years.

For thousands of people, making a difference takes on even greater meaning through their support of organ transplantation. By signing up as a deceased organ donor or making the courageous decision to become a living kidney donor, you have the power to give a gift unlike any other: the gift of life.

In the United States, more than 100,000 people are on the waiting list for a deceased donor kidney. For many kidney patients, this means facing a wait of five years or more in some states. During this time, patients often experience declining health, which can lead to additional complications. Tragically, this wait also takes away precious moments they could spend with family, excel in their careers, and enjoy the activities that bring them joy.