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Donate Life Kentucky Trust Currently, 1,000 Kentuckians and 100,000 children and adults in America are waiting for their gift of life.

Donate Life Kentucky Trust is a 501(c)3 nonprofit supporting organ, tissue, and eye donation in Kentucky by providing vital services for transplant patients, caregivers, donor families, and educational initiatives. Donate Life Kentucky Trust supports Kentuckians through programs funded by dollar donations at driver’s license branches and additional fundraising efforts by volunteers and philanthropic contributors:

Educate and Inspire: We provide public education and outreach, including Kentucky driver’s license training, educational materials, and community events. We also fund scholarships to Kentucky students who champion organ, tissue and eye donation awareness and support vital partnerships to maintain the Kentucky Donor Registry. Aid Transplant Patients and Families: We partner with Transplant Centers to offer critical assistance to Kentucky transplant patients and their families, covering travel expenses, lodging, medications, and essential needs. Our Pediatric Pre-Transplant Patient Assistance Fund supports young patients and families facing a daunting time on the waiting list. We have seen a 45% growth in requests, now averaging five requests per week for $1000 each to help patients in need. Support Donor Families: We provide compassionate support for the vital needs of donor families, which may include lodging, daily necessities, burial or cremation costs, and transportation of remains. We partner with Kentucky’s organ procurement organization to support aftercare programs, such as children’s camps and grief support initiatives. We have seen a massive increase in requests and now require at least $50,000 per year to meet the needs of these generous families.

🚗💚 THANK YOU, KENTUCKY COLONELS! 💚🚗If you’ve seen the Donate Life KY Trust’s party car out and about, you KNOW there’s n...
10/15/2026

🚗💚 THANK YOU, KENTUCKY COLONELS! 💚🚗

If you’ve seen the Donate Life KY Trust’s party car out and about, you KNOW there’s no missing us! 💙💚

Since 2019, this trusty ride has taken us all over Kentucky (and beyond!) as we spread awareness and educate communities about the life-saving and life-changing power of organ, eye, and tissue donation. From KYTC trainings to the National Donate Life America conference, engaging with our legislators in Frankfort, or just bopping around town, our party car has been there for it all! 🎉

We’ve put some MILES on her, and she’s still serving us SO well! 💪🚙

A HUGE THANK YOU to the Kentucky Colonels whose generosity made purchasing this vehicle possible back in 2019. Your investment has helped us take our mission on the road, reach more people, and keep the conversation about donation going across the Commonwealth and beyond. 💚

Honorable Order of Kentucky Colonels

10/12/2026

📣Calling all Swag Lovers!📣

Supportive Swag is launching just in time for the holidays! 🎁
Do you have a loved one who would rock one of these sweatshirts for “sweata weatha”? Customize their Donate Life gear for the holiday season. ❤️

Choose between:
👕 A crew neck sweatshirt with puff embroidery
🤍 A quarter zip with traditional embroidery
🎨 You choose the item color.
✨ You choose the font color.
💚 You make it your own!

We can’t wait to see what you all come up with!

📅 Supportive Swag is open October 12–26.
📦 $5 flat-rate shipping.
🎁 Grab yours today and give the gift of Donate Life this holiday season!

https://Bit.ly/SupportiveSwag

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day 💚Did you know? A 2022 study found that up to 40% of transplant caregivers experience ...
10/10/2026

💚 Today is World Mental Health Day 💚

Did you know? A 2022 study found that up to 40% of transplant caregivers experience symptoms of clinical anxiety or depression. Transplant caregivers also report a lower quality of life compared to caregivers in other chronic illness settings.

Behind every transplant journey is a caregiver who gives so much of themselves to support someone they love. But caregivers need care, too.

TCH Caregivers’ Heart provides a soft place to land. A place to find connection, understanding, encouragement, and support from others who understand the unique challenges of the transplant journey.

This World Mental Health Day, let’s remember to check in on the caregivers who spend so much time caring for others.

❤ The next meeting is on October 14th!

🔗 Sign up at TCHCaregiversheart.com

Our very own Donate Life Ambassador, Tom WIlliams is featured on the Lung Transplant Foundation website (hint: he's the ...
10/09/2026

Our very own Donate Life Ambassador, Tom WIlliams is featured on the Lung Transplant Foundation website (hint: he's the guy holding the sign 😉)

Today is Lung Transplant Awareness day! If you are a lung transplant recipient or waiting for your gift, share your story in the comments below!

Visit LungTransplantAwarenessDay.org to learn more

Behind every lung transplant is a story of resilience, hope, and community strength. On October 9, visit lungtransplantawarenessday.org to explore real-world experiences from recipients, waiting candidates, and caregivers. We are featuring 50-word micro-stories, before & after journey photos, and 60-second audio clips that highlight the true lived reality of transplantation.

Visit: lungtransplantawarenessday.org on October 9, 2026

💙🌮Let’s taco bout organ donation! 🌮💚It’s National Taco Day, so we’re bringing the fiesta to an important conversation: o...
10/06/2026

💙🌮Let’s taco bout organ donation! 🌮💚

It’s National Taco Day, so we’re bringing the fiesta to an important conversation: organ donation!

🌮 Tacos are meant to be shared.
💚 So is the gift of life.

One donor can save and heal multiple lives through organ, eye, and tissue donation. That’s something worth celebrating!

So while you’re enjoying your tacos, take a moment to ask yourself:

Have you registered as an organ donor?

🌮 Taco ’bout making a difference.
🌮 Taco ’bout leaving a legacy.
🌮 Taco ’bout giving someone another chance at life.

Register to be a donor at RegisterMe.org.💚💙

Calling all educators!📣To celebrate World Teachers’ Day, we’re making it easy for educators to inspire and educate their...
10/05/2026

Calling all educators!📣

To celebrate World Teachers’ Day, we’re making it easy for educators to inspire and educate their students about the life-changing mission of organ, eye, and tissue donation.

With free online film access, built-in curriculum, discussion ideas, and alignment with Kentucky state education standards, we virtually bring the lesson to you!

🎬 No complicated planning.
📚 No searching for resources.
💚 Just an engaging way to introduce students to the importance of donation and the impact one decision can make.

Bring the mission into your classroom, fill out your screening request today!

https://bit.ly/HOTMfree

If you know an educator that NEEDS to know about this, tag them below!👇

We are so excited to attend the 3rd Annual Spath Family and Friends Fundraiser tomorrow at .There will be delicious food...
10/03/2026

We are so excited to attend the 3rd Annual Spath Family and Friends Fundraiser tomorrow at .

There will be delicious food, great company, and INCREDIBLE raffle items (see stories). You don't want to miss this event!

We'll see you there!

10/01/2026

We’re proud to introduce the Donate Life Kentucky Trust Community Care Circle 💚“Care & Compassion That’s Always There.” 💙

Donor families and transplant recipients continue to need help, compassion, and resources throughout their journey. The Community Care Circle creates a steady, reliable source of support through monthly giving, helping us plan ahead and ensure we can continue saying YES to families when they need us most.

Every gift, at whatever amount is meaningful to you, makes a difference. And those who begin a recurring gift by December 31, 2026, along with our existing monthly donors, will be recognized as Founding Members.

Be part of the Circle. Help us keep showing up.

💚Be part of care & compassion that’s always there. Start your giving journey at https://bit.ly/DLKYTGift 💙

10/01/2026

Introducing our new Giving Society, the Community Care Circle. Care and compassion that’s always there!

🏇🍂 Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now! 🍂🏇Be a part of our Donate Life KY Trust Fall Day at the Races on November 5t...
09/30/2026

🏇🍂 Sponsorship Opportunities Available Now! 🍂🏇

Be a part of our Donate Life KY Trust Fall Day at the Races on November 5th! 💚

We’re looking for generous businesses and community partners to join us for a fun-filled day celebrating life, giving, and our amazing donor community.

✨ Your sponsorship helps support the mission of Donate Life KY Trust while putting your organization in front of an engaged group of supporters and community members.

🏇 Enjoy a day at the races
💚 Help Kentucky patients in need
🤝 Connect with our community
🎉 Help us make Fall Day at the Races a success!

Sponsorship opportunities are available now! Reach out to Shannon Adkins at [email protected] to learn more and secure your support.

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