Finding Her Voice: Carmelle’s journey with kidney disease
A life of purpose Carmelle was diagnosed with lupus at age 16. She knew kidney disease could be a possibility someday. Her grandfather had both lupus and kidney disease. Still, … Read More
Honoring Organ Donors: The lasting legacy of the Gift of Life
Each spring, something deeply significant takes place in Alaska, Montana, and Washington. Governors, state officials, and community partners gather to honor people they never had the chance to meet — organ donors … Read More
Why organ donation awareness matters in Hispanic communities
Building trust and understanding is essential to our mission. That’s why attending events like the Cinco de Mayo festival in Sunnyside, Wash., is so important. Understanding why organ donation matters … Read More
Carrying their legacy to Washington, D.C.
How two proud moms are strengthening communities through storytelling Last week in Washington, D.C., two mothers honored their sons in the most powerful way they could — by turning loss … Read More
LifeCenter Northwest Marks Record Year for Organ Donation in 2025
The generosity of 446 organ donors saved 1,200 lives, reaching new milestone in the organization’s history In collaboration with donor families and hospital partners across the region, LifeCenter Northwest achieved … Read More
The gift of life is a gift for all seasons
A Gift For All Seasons Organ and tissue donation is the greatest gift one can give, and we’re honoring the individuals who gave life to others by sharing their stories … Read More
Donor mom and volunteer shares lasting impact of daughter’s donation
Laura Givens sat down with KING 5 news to share the life and legacy of her daughter and organ, eye, and tissue donor, Rachel Givens. Watch that story. Rachel, forever … Read More
Twice Saved: LaMont Williams’ journey from patient to pastor
When LaMont Williams was just 29, he was hit with a startling diagnosis: kidney disease. Two years later and with a baby on the way with his wife, Felicia, he … Read More
Why I Chose DCD — and Why I Would Do It Again
Written by Eden Atwood, a mother, donor mother, and advocate for the gift of life. Read More
‘She believed in sharing life’s blessings’
When Anchor Point woman Erica Walli, 49, lost her life in an ATV accident, her family learned that she had a rare blood type, and saw hope in Walli’s choice … Read More
The State of Montana honored 60 lifesaving organ donors in special ceremony
Young Man’s Legacy of Generosity Lives on Through Organ Donation Eden Atwood remembers her late son, Benjamin Hubbard Atwood Anderson, 20, as “a comet — a bright, shining star of … Read More
Antonio’s Gift
Organ donation and family are at the heart of this documentary-style video. By LifeCenter Northwest CEO Santokh Gill Just days after he turned 21, Antonio Espinoza of Wapato, Washington, died … Read More
