When Rohit’s health began to fail, he never imagined how deeply the gift of organ donation would transform his life and the lives of those he loves most. 

When Whitney passed away unexpectedly, her family chose to honor her giving spirit through organ donation. Today, her legacy lives on in the lives she saved—and in the dragonflies her parents create to comfort other grieving families.

Hispanic Heritage Month (September 15 – October 15) is a time to celebrate the history, culture and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across the United States. The month begins on the anniversary of independence for several Latin American countries, including Costa Rica, El Salvador, Guatemala, Honduras, and Nicaragua, with Mexico and Chile celebrating shortly after.  

Behind every life-saving organ transplant is a coordinated effort between hospitals, Organ Procurement Organizations (OPOs), and transplant centers. These dedicated teams work closely to make organ donation and transplantation possible. In this post, we break down the specific roles each organization plays – and how their collaboration saves lives every day.

When Christopher passed away unexpectedly, his wife Sarah was faced with impossible grief — and a life-changing decision. In this deeply moving personal testimonial, she shares what it was like to say yes to organ donation in the midst of heartbreak.