Montana governor honors organ donors at “Gift of Life” event in Helena
When Jacob Clayton drew his final breath just days before his 28th birthday, his family agonized over whether to donate his organs. Clayton was known for his kind soul, adventurous … Read More
Donor family celebrates loved one at 2023 Rose Parade
The 2022-23 honoree was Kaylea Curry, a quirky 10-year-old from Fairbanks, Alaska. Her parents, Christy and Joe Curry, made the 3,000-mile trip to sunny California to help decorate the Donate … Read More
2022: A year of generosity contributes to a historic milestone for the nation’s organ donation and transplant system
Last year, LifeCenter Northwest facilitated the donation of 921 organs from 310 deceased organ donors for life-saving transplants from across Alaska, Montana, northern Idaho and Washington. These acts of altruism … Read More
A New Year’s resolution in honor of Fritz Weresch
Many of us begin the new year resolved to make changes to improve our lives and help others. We might vow to eat better, get more exercise, spend more time … Read More
Communities of color need facts on organ donation, transplants
By Suzanne Watnick and Santokh Gill *This article originally appeared in the Seattle Times on Sept. 20., 2022 It’s no secret that communities of color have struggled with the U.S. … Read More
National Hispanic Heritage Month
What is National Hispanic Heritage Month? Observed annually from September 15-October 15, National Hispanic Heritage Month commemorates the histories and cultures of American citizens’ ancestors from Spain, Mexico, the Caribbean, … Read More
Gov. Gianforte Honors Young Organ Donor During National Donate Life Month
When Charles Birtwistle, an aspiring doctor, tragically lost his life at the age of 32, his family knew his wishes. Charles had been a registered organ donor from the time … Read More
Pediatric Organ Donor Honored During Donate Life Month
When 6-year-old Hazel Paddock died last year, her grieving parents made the decision to donate her organs and corneas, saving four lives and restoring sight to two others. Hazel is … Read More
Man received living kidney donation from partner of four months. They later married.
The couple shares their story to address the number one problem in transplantation: the gap between the demand for organ transplants and the supply of donated organs — especially in … Read More
August is National Minority Donor Awareness Month
LifeCenter Northwest Joins National Effort to Advocate for Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation in Multicultural Communities LifeCenter Northwest, in collaboration with the National Multicultural Action Group, will focus outreach and … Read More
National Donate Life Month: Governor Inslee honors young organ donor posthumously with Gift of Life award.
April 2020 Sam was a bit of a thrill-seeker. He was always the first of his friends to leap off a bridge into a swimming hole or try out a … Read More
Valentine’s Day extends beyond matters of the heart, honors organ, eye, and tissue donors for National Donor Day
Though February 14 is most well-known for displaying acts of love through Valentines, something most people are not aware of is the day’s recognition for another matter of the heart…or … Read More
