"It gave me another opportunity to live my life the way I want. I am so thankful and appreciative for the person who gave me another chance to live my life. Words cannot describe the gratitude and appreciation I have for giving me my organ."
Recipient: 3/9/2020
DOB: 9/17/1970 | Donor: 3/21/2020
Recipient: 10/29/2020
Recipient: 10/23/2020
Recipient: 11/12/2020
Having the transplant freed me from having to do dialysis every night. I can stay out with my family longer at events and outings. If I could say something to my donor's beautiful family, it would be thank you so very much for this most wonderful and precious gift. I thank God every day for giving me the gift of life, and my awesome, wonderful kidney!
Recipient: 7/29/2020
"Diego loved spending time with family and friends. He loved the Dallas Cowboys, BBQ, and was a proud member of the US Army 11th Infantry who received a purple heart medal."
DOB: 7/1/1947 | Donor: 3/12/2020
"Don was very happy going. He was a very good organizer." - Kaye Laird Ervia, Sister
DOB: 10/9/1957 | Donor: 1/13/2020
DOB: 8/2/2001 | Donor: 8/24/2020
"It will be a big impact and change to do all of the things I've always wanted to do, like traveling to visit friends. Thank you very, very much. The donation was very kind and very appreciated and it will be taken care of."
Recipient: 10/30/2020
Recipient: 6/9/2020
"He was a good Christian man. His greatest joy was his family. He loved hunting, family, and baseball."
DOB: 2/25/1943 | Donor: 9/3/2020
"I decided to donate to improve my son's life.'
Living Donor: 11/10/2020
"The transplant gave me a chance to live a normal life with my son. I want to give my condolences on the family's loss, and by letting them know how much I appreciate the donation. I will continue to keep myself as healthy as possible and make the most with my 2nd chance for me and my young donor."
Recipient: 3/24/2020
"The transplant gave me the opportunity to live my life unencombered by not being tied to dialysis. It allowed me to get back into the sky to do what I love to do: FLY! My donor family has suffered a terrible loss. As a parent myself I can't comprehend what they must be going through. I want them to know what good has come from their generosity. Lives have been saved. Their loved one lives on in me."
Recipient: 1/9/2020
"The donation gave me more freedom to live and enjoy my life. To my living donor - thank you for literally saving my life, I love you!"
Recipient: 9/23/2020
"I cannot express how grateful I am. I have been gifted a second chance at life. Myself, family, and friends are very appreciative, and for that we all say 'thank you!' No other gift is greater than this. It has changed my life."
Recipient: 4/14/2020
" I have a new lease on life and a brighter future. To my donor: love you and God bless you and your family."
Recipient: 4/27/2020
"The donation I received is giving me a chance of a normal life without dialysis. Thank you to the donor family for giving me the chance to continue a new life. I am extremely blessed and honored to have received the organ.'
Recipient: 1/23/2020
"A lady that loved her family more than herself. She gave of herself to others in need and was a christian sister in Christ - a member of Burleson Church of Christ."
DOB: 10/31/1940 | Donor: 10/7/2020
"Meghan was so sweet - always worked hard at her job and loved her co-workers. She absolutely loved being a mom to her child Aundrea."
DOB: 7/1/1986 | Donor: 4/30/2020
"He spent his life caring for and loving other people as a prayer warrior, Boy Scout leader, paramedic, RN, father, grandfather, brother, son, friend, and husband. His beautiful life was cut short and for those of us left, our lives won't be the same without his optimistic outlook, joyous sense of humor, and unconditional love." - Charlyn Wagley, Spouse
DOB: 1/29/1963 | Donor: 11/28/2020
Recipient: 2/15/2020
"The transplant was a major change that gave me another chance at life, and for that I am truly grateful."
Recipient: 4/30/2020
"The transplant gave me my life back. Thank you for the gift of life. Your loved one thought of others selflessly. Thank you, and my family thanks you."
Recipient: 8/14/2020
Recipient: 8/13/2020
Living Donor: 9/23/2020
"I was on home-hemodialysis for seven years. Now I no longer have to be on dialysis and can enjoy my life. I get to spend more time with my wife and two children. Thank you to the donor family. Thank you for changing my life, and my family's life. Thank you for thinking of others."
Recipient: 4/16/2020
"She was gentle kind and quiet, she never said an angry word to anyone. She loved her kids and animals, especially riding horses. Seeing her kids grow up gave her the most joy." Ben McGahey, Husband
DOB: 11/15/1976 | Donor: 5/11/2020
"I am now able to live a normal life. I can travel and visit my family members. I am sorry for the loss of the loved one, but thankful for the donation and for my ability to live and love."
Recipient: 2/18/2020
Recipient: 9/15/2020
"Tyler never met a stranger. He was always willing to help anyone. He loved his family, and was devoted to his children. Tyler was an avid sportsman and outdoorsman. He loved hunting, fishing, and all things sports related." - Gina Barton, Mother
DOB: 5/8/1992 | Donor: 12/30/2020
"The donation saved my life. Without the kidney transplant I would still need dialysis. Thank you very much to the person who donated their kidney. I also want to thank the family for supporting their decision to donate."
Recipient: 3/17/2020
Recipient: 3/11/2020