National Donor Sabbath is observed annually two weekends before Thanksgiving, from Friday through Sunday. This three-day observance seeks to include the days of worship for major religions practiced in the United States. During National Donor Sabbath, faith leaders from many religions, donor families, transplant recipients, and donation and transplantation professionals participate in services and programs to educate the public about the need for the lifesaving and healing gifts passed to others through transplantation, while also encouraging people to register their decision to be an organ, eye and tissue donors.
If your faith community is interested to receive free materials for the National Donor Sabbath, please contact Brandi Ahonsi at [email protected] or (800) 262-5775. Spanish materials are also available. For available outreach opportunities, please view National Donor Sabbath Information.