Events
Honor loved ones. Find others whose lives have been changed by organ and tissue donation. Explore the events below and join our supportive community.
I have participated in the Celebrate Life 5k since the beginning year in 2016.
Joan, Donor Mom
Upcoming Events
Each year, we host events for donor families, transplant patients, and our community to provide hope & healing. Honor loved ones. Find others whose lives have been changed by organ and tissue donation. Explore the events below and join our supportive community.
Springfield Candlelight Memorial
November 8, 2025
Honoring all donor heroes and those who have said ‘yes’ to donation in 2024 in Southwestern Missouri and surrounding areas.
Donor Family Holiday Workshop
2025 Date TBD
Participate in memory-making activities, share your loved one’s story, meet other donor families, and learn tips on navigating your grief during the holiday season.
National Donate Life Month
April 2026
Register as an organ, eye, and tissue donor and celebrate those who have saved lives through the gift of donation.
Donate Life Day with the St. Louis Cardinals
2026 Date TBD
This game will honor donor heroes, celebrate transplant recipients, and encourage people to become “Fans for Life” by registering to be a donor. Click the image for information regarding tickets and Honor Walk registration.
Fans For Life Booth at Busch Stadium
Join Mid-America Transplant and the St. Louis Cardinals in 2026 as we continue to promote organ and tissue donation throughout the season.
Stop by the Mid-America Transplant booth at Busch Stadium during several home games.
2026 Dates TBD
St. Louis Candlelight Memorial
2026 Date TBD
Honoring all donor heroes and those who have said ‘yes’ to donation in 2025 in St. Louis and surrounding areas.
Celebrate Life 5k Run/Walk
2026 Date TBD
Join us in honoring donor families and living donors, celebrating new life with recipients, supporting those waiting for a life-saving transplant, and inspiring others to say ‘yes’ to donation.
Mid-America has been my way of turning my tremendous grief into something positive.
Ally, Donor Family
