Each year in April, LifeLink proudly celebrates Donate Life Month, a national observance created by Donate Life America to raise awareness about the critical need for organ, eye and tissue donation. With roughly 104,000 people across the country waiting for a lifesaving transplant, this month serves as an important reminder of the generosity of those who have given the gift of life. It’s also an opportunity to honor donors and their families, whose selflessness continues to inspire hope for patients in need.
This year’s theme, "Let Life Sing," draws inspiration from the return of spring and the songs of birds, symbols of new beginnings and hope. Just as birds fill the sky with their melodies, every donor’s gift rings out across communities, offering hope and a second chance at life. LifeLInk will showcase this theme and its artwork in various campaigns, spreading the lifesaving message of donation across hospitals, driver’s license offices, and throughout local communities.
Throughout Donate Life Month, everyone is invited to learn more about the lifesaving impact of organ, eye, and tissue donation through educational programs LifeLink offers. It’s a wonderful opportunity to get involved and make a difference by registering as an organ and tissue donor. Many cities and counties within the LifeLink service area will issue proclamations declaring April as Donate Life Month, further highlighting the importance of coming together to support this cause.
For the thousands of individuals waiting for a lifesaving transplant, organ donation offers the promise of a second chance. Regardless of age or medical history, anyone can register to become a donor, and the impact is profound. A single donor has the potential to save up to eight lives through organ donation and improve up to 75 more through tissue donation. Each decision to donate creates a ripple effect, leaving a legacy of hope that extends far beyond a single act, creating an infinite cycle of generosity and transformation.
HOW TO CELEBRATE NATIONAL DONATE LIFE MONTH
- Create a legacy of life by registering your decision at MyStoryContinues.com or when renewing or obtaining a driver license.
- Share your donation decision with family and friends.
- Learn more about donation with LifeLink during the month of April via LifeLink social media pages and in-person at local events.
NATIONAL DONATE LIFE PROGRAMS AND EVENTS SCHEDULE
April 5th to 12th – Spirit Week
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- Each day of the week leading up to National Blue and Green Day is dedicated to a special theme, and will include: recognizing donors, volunteers and healthcare heroes; giving hope to those waiting and engaging the public in fun at-home activities.
- Celebrate during spirit week by sharing your photos on social media and tag LifeLink on Facebook.
April 11th – National Blue and Green Day
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- Wear blue and green colors in support of the Donate Life message and mission. Submit a photo in your most creative and spirited blue and green day attire to the Donate Life America photo contest starting April 11th to April 18th.
Let Your Light Shine Campaign - Light up your home or business with blue and green lights to bring awareness to the donation cause. Contact LifeLink to learn how to participate.
April 30th – Donor Remembrance Day
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- On this day, we pay tribute to the donor heroes who have given the gift of life through organ, eye and tissue donation. Plant a virtual forget-me-not flower to honor the generous and selfless gifts given by donors and their families.