the next step - living donor champions
WHAT IS A LIVING DONOR CHAMPION?
When a person is added to the organ transplant waitlist, they have a long road ahead of them. They could wait for years and, during that time, their illness worsens and their health deteriorates. Simply put, his or her life hangs in the balance of late-stage kidney or liver disease. This includes infants, children, adults, and the elderly.
The "champion" takes on possibly the most crucial role of all: Spreading the word for the patient in need. Raising awareness as far as you can; to reach as many eyes, ears, and, above all, hearts as possible. A living donor champion plays a vital role, serving as a spokesperson for the patient; in turn allowing the patient to focus on their health.
Hospitals have done studies concluding that living donor champions increase the recipient’s chance of finding a living kidney or liver donor. They can activate their friends and family network, which expands the number of people who may choose to be evaluated for possible donation.
The most important factor in whether you can be a living donor champion is whether you can dedicate some time and energy to helping save the recipient’s life by finding a living donor. If you don't think you have a large enough online presence, enough followers, or Facebook friends to make a difference - PLEASE don't count yourself out!
"And who knows whether you have not come to the kingdom for such a time as this?"
- Esther 4:14
CHAMPIONS NEEDED JOIN THE FIGHT FOR LIFE
Are you optimistically tenacious? Do you cherish life? Do you have some time and energy to dedicate to helping save someone's life?
Then you have what it takes to serve as a living donor champion. Sign up today and we will work to match you to a neighbor in need.