Life Connection of Ohio

08/28/2026

Sherry Griffeth is grateful for her gift of life every single day – and especially during National Minority Donor Awareness Month.

Take it away, Sherry:

"At 36 years old, I was diagnosed with autoimmune hepatitis (AIH), a life-changing diagnosis that began a long and challenging health journey. Years later, at 51, I received the incredible gift of a liver transplant – an opportunity that gave me more time, more purpose and a deeper appreciation for every day. I will always be grateful for my donor and their family, whose gift made it possible for me to continue living, growing and serving others. My donor's selfless gift turned my darkest season into a renewed journey filled with purpose and hope. With every milestone I reach, I hold deep gratitude for the second chance I have been given to live, love and give back.

After my transplant, I found a new direction in the medical field, beginning with a degree in medical billing and coding, then earning my BSHA and MHA. I am starting my final semester of my DHSc, which includes research on improving not only transplant education but also organ donation awareness so that more individuals may live to experience life as I have. A goal that once felt far beyond reach.

The greatest highlight of this journey is not only what I have accomplished, but what I am still here to experience – especially the blessing of being alive to enjoy my grandson, Ezra. My story is one of resilience, gratitude, faith and purpose, and I hope it reminds others that even after life’s hardest chapters, there can still be meaningful new beginnings."

08/27/2026

After years of heart health issues and almost five months on the waiting list, Donerik Black received a life-saving heart transplant on February 26, 2015 – the day before his 45th birthday.

“I think of the man who donated his heart to me daily. I think about him most when I am doing something that I thought I would never be able to do again. If it wasn’t for that man’s selfless decision to be a donor, I wouldn’t be here today,” Donerik said.

Especially during National Minority Donor Awareness Month, Donerik is determined to spread the word about the importance of organ donation.

“I need to be an ambassador for organ donation, especially when I look at the numbers and see that African Americans are disproportionately affected. I have a responsibility to engage, educate and inform people – and give them a call to action,” Donerik said.



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08/26/2026

Life Connection of Ohio would like to welcome Danielle Feasby to our life-saving team! Danielle will serve as an Organ Recovery Coordinator at our Toledo Regional Office.

"I am excited to work at Life Connection of Ohio because I think that it is an awesome organization! I love that you can positively impact so many lives through donation, and I am proud to be part of that process. My goal in life is to leave a positive impact on this world and to help people, and through Life Connection of Ohio, I will have the chance to know that every day, I am working toward that goal," Danielle said.

Learn more about Life Connection of Ohio at https://bit.ly/3XOof69.

08/25/2026

This is the face of a woman forever thankful for the THIRTY-FOUR additional years of life she has been gifted through organ donation. 💙💚

"My family and I are eternally grateful for the unselfish sacrifice and life-saving decisions my donor family made by giving me a second chance at life. It is the best gift anyone could ever give," Estella Crews said.

08/24/2026

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08/21/2026

Life Connection of Ohio was proud to sponsor the 17th annual Toledo Pride celebration last weekend, where we shared that who you love does not affect your ability to Donate Life.

Shout out to our volunteers for braving the heat at northwest Ohio's largest event for the LGBTQIA+ community and for encouraging attendees to let their pride live on through organ donation! 🌈

08/20/2026

Life Connection of Ohio would like to welcome Dr. Matthew Hamilton to our life-saving team! Dr. Hamilton will serve as a Procurement Surgeon.

"I have had the pleasure of interacting with people from Life Connection of Ohio for the past two years and only had great experiences. There is a lot of opportunity to help contribute as the organization grows," Dr. Hamilton said.

Learn more about Life Connection of Ohio at https://bit.ly/3XOof69.

08/19/2026

ICYMI – Our friends at the Toledo Mud Hens recognized our very own Kevin Fultz! 💙💚

Kevin Fultz and his buddy, Muddy, strike a pose!

Kevin’s father, Michael Keith, gave the gift of life through organ donation, and Kevin is proud to share his father’s life-saving legacy through his work as a Community Education Coordinator at Life Connection of Ohio.

Organ donation is the ultimate double play! Say “yes” to saving lives at lifeconnection.org.

08/18/2026

Life Connection of Ohio would like to welcome Emma Bonnell to our life-saving team! Emma will serve as an Organ Recovery Coordinator at our Toledo Regional Office.

"I am excited to work at Life Connection of Ohio to truly make a difference. While completing my Masters in Transplantation and Donation Sciences at the University of Toledo, I found my passion. I am inspired and motivated by donors, donor families and recipients," Emma said. "Organ donation is an incredible opportunity to support families in a tragic time while also creating a second chance at life for others. I am super excited for the opportunity to be a part of the mission and team!"

Learn more about Life Connection of Ohio at https://bit.ly/3XOof69.

08/17/2026

Life Connection of Ohio is proud to partner with the American Red Cross and Cumulus Media Toledo for the seventh annual Harvey J. Steele Memorial Blood Drive.

Blood donation and organ donation gifted Harvey with 20 additional years of life and inspired his daughter, Kara, to join the Life Connection of Ohio team. The big event is four months from today – Thursday, December 17 – between 8 AM – 2 PM at Hilton Garden Inn Toledo/Perrysburg.

For an appointment, visit https://rcblood.org/4gpmPuk.

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