Stories of Hope
Three lives saved
All three of her children needed and received heart transplants. Sara knows it took a village to save her children and will spend her life advocating for organ donation so others can have the same chance. Read their story.

Jose Matos: A God miracle, a new heart, a warrior
A new heart from a selfless stranger, a mountain of prayers, every loved one involvement, our faith and trust in GOD made this miracle possible.
Denise Redeker: Sometimes survival is a matter of little miracles
I soon qualified for transplant, medically, financially, psychologically, and socially and was listed.
Marilyn DeRosa Wilkie: Never, ever give up
A courageous and selfless stranger saved my life.
Jennifer Ray: Never give up
I want to live my life again and I will because of a generous gift from an amazing friend!
Celine and Dean LeBlanc: Heart recipient surprises donor’s mother at Thanksgiving
A story of love, hope and happiness — and surprise.
Thank you for precious gift and bringing my boyfriend back
Thank you for this precious gift and bringing my boyfriend back
Shannon Palmatier: Camden’s Journey
Almost six months post transplant, Camden is back to school and healthier than ever.
Crystal King: My son got his mother back through organ donation
When my cousin gave me her kidney she gave my son, Avery, a mother he’d never met before.
Nicole Sharkey: Time is spelled L.O.V.E
Because of organ donation, we have more time to love are sweet Lillian. Time with her is something we will always cherish.
Robin: Extremely grateful
I am thankful for my gift of life.
Shawn Spicer: The greatest gift from a special someone up above
From time to time, look up and thank the person who made it possible. And I wanted to say how proud her family must be of her, knowing how many lives she impacted.
James & Bridget Dewees: Second chance living
We spend our time helping others be the best they can be and this story of hope, faith and love just took us to a higher level.