09/16/2026
“In 2024, our family was given a gift we can never repay: the gift of life for my son through organ donation.
Because of his donor and the selfless decision of their family, my son was given a second chance at life. Today, he is 2½ years post-transplant, back to work, enjoying life, making memories and doing the things we once wondered if he would ever be able to do again.
We are forever grateful for the donor who made this possible and for the family who, in the midst of unimaginable loss, chose to give the gift of life to others. There truly are no words big enough to express our gratitude.
My son and his wife have now turned that gratitude into action by volunteering with Donate Life and helping spread awareness about the importance of organ donation. Our extended family has also joined them in participating in the OneLegacy Donate Life Walk/Run, walking together in honor of his donor and in celebration of the life he was given.
Every step we take is a reminder of how precious life is and how one selfless gift can change an entire family forever.
We will never forget where this second chance came from, and we will always carry our donor and their family in our hearts.
Donate Life. Give hope. Give life. ”
—Carolina E.