Donor Families Australia

21/08/2026

Poem for August

The Echo of Kindness
A life well-lived leaves a trail of light,
A steady beacon through the darkest night.
For when a hero’s earthly journey ends,
A brand-new chapter for a stranger begins.

They gave the gift of breath, of time, of sight
Turning a shadow into morning light.
Today, we honour those who selflessly gave,
And the grieving families who were fiercely brave.

To all our donor families in our community: We see you, we honour you, and we stand with you.

12/08/2026

To those Donor Families that participated in this years Donor Heroes Night by posting a photo of their Donor Hero on the 18th May but are yet to join DFA. We would like to give you the opportunity to register with DFA via the link https://www.donorfamiliesaustralia.org/join-us

You then have the opportunity to lodge a photo of your Donor Hero to be placed on the DFA’s website Virtual Donor Hero Wall and join the other 179+ Heroes displayed never to be forgotten.
https://www.donorfamiliesaustralia.org/the-virtual-donor-wall
As a DFA member you and your family members will also have access to our DFA Members “Private” Group.

Donor Family members are also invited to join our private members only Facebook group to connect directly with other Donor Families.

09/08/2026

ABC Australian Story, Monday 10th August 8.00pm
Bad Blood

Letting everyone know the ABC’s Australian Story on next Monday “Bad Blood” is featuring recipients we know. It may have significance to others.

What happened to Mark Haines? For almost four decades Uncle Don 'Duck' Craigie has been fighting for answers. A new inquest reveals fresh evidence and a cover-up.

07/08/2026

Donor Heroes Prose for August
"Your legacy is not leaving something for people. It is leaving something in people."

True heroes do not always wear capes; sometimes, they leave behind the quietest, most profound gifts. In our deepest moments of grief, organ and tissue donors create ripples of hope that span generations.

05/08/2026

This is an interesting artical that has just been aired on the ABC.
https://www.abc.net.au/news/2026-08-01/woman-unable-to-donate-organs-review-death-definition/106972664?fbclid=IwY2xjawTgantleHRuA2FlbQIxMABicmlkETE4WVFYY1VxMGM4Rk9nUWF3c3J0YwZhcHBfaWQQMjIyMDM5MTc4ODIwMDg5MgABHi5oaGXywUdNZMIHWPLyF0v4S6smwi8jaNG9UWpjU6CmjJvuuc7BR7xj0ipS_aem_-89zpo6i6X0z4Pnj-P4MsA
What do you think???

Sheridan Apter's family knew she would want to make one final gift, but the way Australia defines death may have got in the way.

05/08/2026

I have been asked to speak at a “Dying to Know” event in Melbourne about organ donation from the Donor Family experience.

I would like to know from other families what they wish they had known about the process prior to donating?

I had no idea about donation after cardiac death rather than brain death and how that would affect the final stage of Brett’s life and our grieving.

I also very strongly believe that we should have been told that by consenting to donation we would no longer control Brett’s information about his gift of life.

Please let me know by replying to this post or private messaging to Donor Familiar Australia .

04/08/2026

🕊️ Honoring Our Donor Heroes
DFA is touching hearts monthly by sharing special written tributes dedicated to our incredible Donor Heroes. We hope these pieces offer comfort, inspiration, and a sense of peace to our community.

📅 Our Monthly Schedule:
Prose: First Friday of every month at 3:00 PM.
Poem: Third Friday of every month at 3:00 PM.

We hope these words bring you solace and uplift your spirits.

01/08/2026

Victoria - 23/08/2026
DFA and its Vic members supports the Run4Ben at 8:00 AM
This community fun run and walk was created in memory of Ben, a local football club player who passed away and became an organ donor. The Event is held at Woodlands Historic Park (Somerton Rd, Greenvale / Melbourne, VIC) on Sunday, 23 August 2026.

To Register or for more information go to https://run4ben.com.au/

Support children in need through charitable activities that enhance community health and well-being.

31/07/2026

Donor Families Australia (DFA) is officially expanding, and we want you to be a part of our growing community! 🎗️❤️

Following the success of our Donor Heroes' Night, we are opening our doors wider to foster deeper connections. While we remain first and foremost a support network for all Donor Families, we are thrilled to announce that Recipients are now warmly invited to join us as Associate Members.

By registering, both Donor Families and Recipients will gain exclusive invitation-only access to our "PRIVATE" Facebook Group.

🌟 Why Join Us?
• Direct Dialogue: Share your insights directly with our Management Committee.
• Peer Connection: Build powerful, meaningful bonds between donor families and transplant recipients.
• Community Input: Have a direct say in the future services and support DFA provides.
• Stay Informed: Receive our quarterly newsletters and vital community updates.

We are incredibly grateful for the 3,300+ followers to this page. Now, we want to invite you to take the next step and officially join our registered family.

👉 How to join: Click the link in our bio or head directly to donorfamiliesaustralia.org/join-us to fill out your quick application. Once registered, look out for your official invitation to our private group!
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Donor Family members are also invited to join our private members only Facebook group to connect directly with other Donor Families.

30/07/2026

3/08/2026 - Rockhampton OLD

Learn about organ/tissue donation from 10 am to 11:30 am AEST
Rockhampton Regional Council Southside Library, Town Hall, 232 Bolsover St, Rockhampton QLD

Have you ever wanted to know more about organ and tissue donation? Join us at Rockhampton Regional Council Southside Library for one of 2 free information sessions following DonateLife Week.

For more information, please contact Jo at [email protected] or call 07 4920 6313.
Supported by DFA and its Qld members