Stories of Hope for Kidney Patients

Jennifer Wickliffe: Hunter Lives On

Our son was able to save the lives of four people and help with research and education. In knowing that our son lives on has given us a peace that I do not believe we would have been able to obtain.

Marcus Simon: A life restored

Since I received my new kidney, my life has been restored; and I feel that I’ve had a second chance at life.

Hannah Smith: A match made in heaven

I chose to donate to a man I never met because Jesus didn’t just die for and sacrifice himself for those in his inner circle. He died for everyone; even those who don’t know him.

Patrick McGlone: Enjoying the moment

Transplanted organs give you a second lease on life and allow you to breath without the constant thought of how your illness will prevent you from enjoying your time.

Austin Lee: Giving back and helping others

Since I received the gift of life for the second time, I’ve made it my purpose to give back to my community.

Barbara Tennyson-Crawford: I am a wonder child

I will keep fighting for my life and everyone else who goes through this to help them learn to have a healthier life.

Curtisha Anderson: Life is good

This journey has been long, hard, and rough, but I’m not sure that I would change it.

Valerie Bolt: Eleni the brave

I volunteered to be evaluated and when I learned I was eligible to donate, it was truly one of the happiest moments of my life.

César López: Don’t take anything for granted

Thank you to all the people that made me enjoy life again, especially my unknown 20-year-old donor.

Tiana: Five months post kidney transplant

I’ve been on dialysis for about a year and 6 months on the transplant list. On August 14, I got a phone call saying they want me to come in because they found a match for me.