“I think it’s important to share my story. People know me in the community, and hearing about me getting my heart and how it saved my life makes them think differently and consider donation.” — Deacon Steven Sabb
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Archbald, PA resident, Marcia Rudat, understands organ donation and transplantation. She is both the wife of a donor and the mother of an organ transplant recipient.
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Ed Galarza has been able to do so much since receiving a life-saving liver transplant. He believes using his story to show others that transplantation works can help to save lives!
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Kevin Spiers was known for his willingness to help others, whether it was for family, a friend or someone he just met. He went on to help many others through organ and tissue donation when he passed in 2011.
Other Categories: Donors and Families, Faith-Based Communities, Volunteer
Andrea Haritos never thought she would lose her young, healthy son, Cecil. When he was killed, she thought of others in her time of grief and said ‘yes’ to organ donation. Cecil went on to save several lives.
Other Categories: Donors and Families, Multicultural Stories, Volunteer
Mary Coyle received the life-saving kidney transplant she needed after her husband, Ed donated his own kidney to a stranger in California. This type of program is called a Paired Kidney Exchange.
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After losing her son, Marquis, Markita Lewis has become a fierce advocate for organ and tissue donor awareness. She shares her story often hoping to inspire people to register as an organ donor.
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After a heart transplant saved her life, Janet Dennis dedicated herself to pushing past her limits. She is now an accomplished athlete, winning more than 30 medals in athletic competitions.
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For two Delaware dads, organ donation has enhanced their lives and enriched their families through the gift of life.
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On National Grandparents Day (and every day) Marlton, NJ resident John Browne, has a big reason to be grateful. This year marks his ten year anniversary since receiving a life-saving liver transplant.
Other Categories: Transplant Stories, Volunteer