Stories of Hope
Liver patients
John Fahey: Unfathomable gratitude
I’ve always been registered as an organ donor but I never dreamed that I would be on the receiving end.
Aubrynn Marshall: Saved by God’s grace
I fought hard, but everyday the fight became harder, until I received a referral for a transplant evaluation.
Ivette Rodriguez: Blessed
A donor saved my life and likely an additional seven! Thank you!
Joanna Pellegrini: My liver transplant story
I am grateful to God and all who participated in my donation, months of prep, surgery, and recovery. They are ALL superheroes. THANK YOU.
Ginger Ireland-Hoffmann: From living liver donor to transplant nurse
I am thankful everyday for the opportunity to be my father’s donor and the dedication and inspiration of those ICU nurses.
Terri Lynne Willis: 29 year liver transplant survivor
Born with a rare metabolic disease, Terri was frequently in the hospital as a child. She thinks about her donor every day.
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.
Jace: A liver transplant in the midst of a pandemic
After his first birthday he was listed on the transplant registry and after a few months of waiting Jace received his new liver September 10th 2020 because of a deceased donor.
Noah Thibodeau: “Live like Noah”
Because he chose to be an organ donor, he has saved the lives of four people
Mitchell Miller: A second chance for life here on earth
I am so blessed to have this second chance and I try to make the most of every day with a smile.
Darmecia Crane: The perfect graduation gift
My son was the graduate, but I received the perfect graduation gift.
Nikita Patel: My Transplant Journey
I wanted to share my journey in a raw way in honor of this special month that recognizes donors and their sacrifices while attempting to increase organ donor registrations among communities of color.
