Stories of Hope
The gift of life
At 13, Jen's life was turned upside down. But, she believes in the kindness of strangers because a special woman chose to give her the gift of life. Now Jen, a UNOS Ambassador, shares her story whenever she can to honor her donor.
Noah Thibodeau: “Live like Noah”
Because he chose to be an organ donor, he has saved the lives of four people
Idoreyin Obuba: My Kidney Memoir
I underwent kidney transplant and was given a second chance at life. I am immensely grateful to this hero I never knew that saved my life.
David ‘SKi’ Skalski: Everything counts, the air I breathe
I have been sharing my story through UNOS, and I hope to tell the world. Please become an organ donor, and know there is life after Transplant. Any life you want.
Brian Montalbano: Heart Transplant x2
I feel very blessed to be here today, fully understanding that someone had to pass away for me to have the chance I have; and to those donors and families I am forever grateful.
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.
Quinn Family: Madelyn’s Heart
Madelyn’s heart transplant changed our lives and took us from the depths of despair to the peak of happiness.
Darmecia Crane: The perfect graduation gift
My son was the graduate, but I received the perfect graduation gift.
Matthew Kuchera: The gift of life during COVID-19
To everyone suffering from kidney disease, is on dialysis, waiting for the gift of life, anything. Do not give up hope! You fight the fight hard and understand miracles do happen.
Jax the Heart Warrior
It has been a very slow and difficult recovery for Jax, but he is a true warrior and continues to show true strength.
Prabir Bagchi: Living with a transplanted lung
My recovery has been good, as far as I can tell, and all credit must go to the health care heroes.
Lisa Armijo: My miracle
A great miracle came through for me. Doctors walked in one evening and advised they were placing me on the list.
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.