The LifeCenter Northwest Blog

Keep up with the latest news and resources from the leaders and members of our organization.

May 15, 2023

“Lights and Sirens” bill signed into law in Washington

On Thursday, May 4, Gov. Inslee signed House Bill 1271 into law. This legislation will allow organ transport vehicles with specially-trained drivers to use red lights and sirens like other … Read More

May 15, 2023

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

Gov. Inslee speaks at Gift of Life ceremony
April 12, 2023

Washington Governor Jay Inslee honors state’s organ donors at event in Olympia

When 35-year-old military veteran and Pierce County Deputy Dominique “Dom” Calata died in the line of duty last year, his final act of service was to donate his organs, tissues … Read More

Whether you are a resident of Alaska, Montana, northern Idaho, or Washington wanting to stay up-to-date on donation happenings and stories in our region, or a member of the media looking for information and statistics about organ and tissue donation, we’ve got you covered. For media inquiries please contact us at media@lcnw.org

Stories of Hope

Read the inspirational stories of donors, donor families, transplant recipients and waiting list patients from around our region.

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Media

Check out our recent press releases and news stories, as well as donation 101 media kit with FAQs, waiting list numbers, and statistics

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Videos

Our videos show the profound beneficial impact organ and tissue donation has had on both donor families, and recipients

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For the Media

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LifeCenter Northwest Fact Sheet

Organ transplant waiting list* 

National: 103,871

Regional: 2,102

Alaska: 144

Idaho: 276

Montana: 184

Washington: 1,498

*United Network for Organ Sharing data as of April 30, 2023.

2021 Annual Report

We know 2021 was a memorable year for all of us, but especially so for the people whose lives were saved through organ and tissue donation. Learn more about our shared achievements in the 2021 Annual Report.

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