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Organ Donors in Arizona Set Record

Arizonans have once again proven their extraordinary generosity, setting a new record for organ donation in the state. Forty-five organ donors offered the gift of life in May 2024, the most in a single month in the history of Donor Network of Arizona (DNA). This incredible display of sharing life translates to 101 lives saved through the successful transplant of 118 organs.

Eat Spaghetti. Save Lives.

Throughout June, help us celebrate donation alongside The Spaghetti Shack. Both locations will host a monthlong registration drive at their restaurants. The Spaghetti Shack will offer a free dessert and a reusable Donate Life bag for customers who register or reaffirm their decision to be organ and tissue donors.

In With the New – Magnifying a Donor’s Impact

In November 2023, Donor Network of Arizona (DNA) finalized agreements with Banner Health to create Arizona’s first donor care center (DCC) at Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix (B-UMCP).

“The way we see it – organ and tissue donation offers an additional, meaningful way for a family to remember a loved one they’ve lost. We do this in partnership with Arizona hospitals – especially with Banner Phoenix.” said PJ Geraghty, DNA Vice President of Clinical Services during the ceremony.

Celebrating AAPI Heritage Month

May is Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) Heritage Month. Throughout May we recognize those waiting for a lifesaving transplant, selfless donors who have given the gift of life and the contributions to the world of donation within, and from, this community.

Beyond the Call: Celebrating National EMS Week

May 19 – 25, we recognize National Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Week. As this week unfolds, let’s take a moment to recognize the unwavering dedication and courage of our EMS professionals. These individuals serve as first responders in times of crisis and deserve to be recognized and celebrated.

Donors Are Superstars!

Did you know that April is National Donate Life Month? This annual recognition was established by Donate Life American and its partnering organizations in 2003. Through the efforts of Donate Life affiliated organizations, health care partners, participating community organizations and people like you, we aim to encourage everyone to register as organ and tissue donor and to honor those who have saved and healed lives through the gift of donation.

Generosity Lives On

“David Andrew was the most thoughtful, kind and helpful person you would have ever met. He constantly brought smiles to those around him,” says Brandy, his girlfriend.

In August 2022, he suffered an asthma attack that severely injured his brain. Twelve days after the injury, Andrew went on to donate his kidneys, bone marrow, tissue and corneas.

From Table to Table and Heart to Heart

Food is powerful! It is a language that speaks to the heart and soul and brings people together. Through the kindness of our donor families who have so thoughtfully shared their loved one’s stories and special recipes with us, Recipes of Remembrance has become the plate upon which the power of generosity and food are served.

6 Reasons to Register as an Organ and Tissue Donor

Just one donor has the potential to save eight lives through organ donation and restore up to 75 more through tissue donation. The need for organ donation in the United States and Arizona is high.

Celebrating Black History Month

In February, we celebrate and honor Black History Month. Throughout the month, and for the remainder of the year, we will continue to recognize the Black and African American communities by highlighting their contributions to donation and transplantation in Arizona.