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.
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.
Thomas Burke: Determination
Very little of my success has been attributable to myself, as I did nothing but follow the directions of my transplant team.
Riki Graves: My daughter received a heart transplant at 17-days-old
At 17 days old, Juliana’s new heart began beating in her tiny body. At 17 days old, Juliana’s new heart began beating in her tiny body. Juliana is here today because of her amazing team and the gift of life she received from her generous donor family.
Stephen Johnson: 40 years later
After my transplant was done and I was released, my wife let me order a new boat… my lovely wife elected to name it “Change of Heart.”
Jerry Cahill: To the Brink and back after lung, liver, and kidney transplants
A young man’s life allowed me to continue mine. How could I do anything but honor his kindness and love by living my life to the fullest?
Jaclyn Smith: I woke up in another world
There’s so much more to my story and I’d love to one day try to bring awareness to ICU delirium and how serious it can be.
Wes Hawkins: A second chance at life with PRIDE
Without my transplant and donor, I wouldn’t be here to write this, and I would have died living a lie. This month will be the first Pride Month I get to openly celebrate and enjoy.
