Donor Families
After losing a loved one, it can be challenging to navigate each day or moment. Our Donor Family Care team is here to provide you with information and resources to support you throughout your grief journey.
If you have questions about your loved one’s donation or are looking for additional support, contact us at 800-925-3666 or donorfamily@midamericatransplant.org.
We love advocating for organ donation. We love to continue on my daughter’s legacy like that, not only for her, but for us to help with the healing process.”
Joan, Donor Mom
“It was a hard decision at the time, but I felt it was right. I would love to hear from the families my daughter helped.”
Susie, Donor Mom
Being a donor family has been very comforting to us because my husband and I feel like something good came out of a tragic experience; that there’s meaning in Scott’s death because he was able to donate his organs.
June, Donor Mom
Communicate with Recipients
Writing to the recipients of your loved one’s gifts can be a healing step in the donation process. The decision to communicate is a deeply personal one. If you are interested in reaching out to your loved one’s organ or tissue recipient, our team can help facilitate this process. Learn more below on how to submit your letter and get tips on what to include.
Frequently Asked Questions
As soon as we receive your request we coordinate with the recipients transplant center. This process can take a few weeks to get an update. Unfortunately, some updates are not able to be fulfilled due to recipient privacy.
Grief Centers
Mid-America Transplant collaborates with grief centers across our region to support families in their healing journey. Through professional counseling services and a variety of resources, we aim to provide comfort and assistance during difficult times.
Donor Family Facebook Group
Sometimes sharing your story with others can provide a sense of healing. The private Donor Family Facebook Group is a place for you and your family to meet and interact with others who have experienced the loss of a loved one. We ask that all donor family members be the legal next of kin. Your request to join will be honored beginning at eight weeks after your loved one’s donation. To join, please complete the Donor Family Facebook Group form below.
