Organ donation is a generous, selfless gift.
The donor’s legacy lives on when someone gets a second chance at life. LifeSource supports families through the organ, eye and tissue donation process and delivers life-saving transplants to the recipients who need them.
As a leading Organ Procurement Organization (OPOs) in the United States, we serve more than seven million people in Minnesota, North Dakota, South Dakota and western Wisconsin.
Why Donation Matters
Donation offers healing to a family experiencing a loss and hope to the patient receiving the transplant.
- 22 People die each day waiting for a transplant
- 75 1 donor can heal up to 75 lives through eye and tissue donation
- 8 1 donor can save up to 8 lives through organ donation
How Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation Works
The donation process has been described as an orchestra; it takes many people working in concert to make the complex process happen.
Our Work
We save lives through donation and offer hope and healing.
Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs) are the vital bridge between donors, their families and potential recipients.
At LifeSource, we have a clear purpose – to inspire the public to register and work with all of our partners to support donor families, manage the donation process, transport the gifts to the transplant center and lead our communities towards a culture of donation.
The Latest from LifeSource
Check out the latest updates, news, stories and more.
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December 25, 2019 in About Donation
A Guide to Sensitive Language
Read MoreLanguage plays an important role in the misconceptions and fears about organ, eye and tissue donation.
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Upcoming Events
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Apr 17
National Blue and Green Day
A National Event for Everyone
See Event DetailsDuring this day, the public is encouraged to wear blue and green, hold events and fundraisers, and partner with local restaurants, malls, media, and community organizations to promote the success of organ, eye and tissue transplantation and the extreme need for registered donors.
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Apr 19-25
National Pediatric Transplant Week
A National Event for Everyone
See Event DetailsNational Pediatric Transplant Week takes place the last full week of National Donate Life Month in April. It focuses on the powerful message of ending the pediatric transplant waiting list.
LifeSource Campaign
Together, we are champions of hope.
As a part of the Donate Life network, our Check the Box public awareness campaign aims to inspire registration and remove misconceptions by sharing a simple message: anyone can register as a donor – a decision that saves lives.
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