Nathan has been living with kidney disease for most of his life, facing the daily challenges that come with it: constant fatigue, medical uncertainty, and the heavy reality of a future that depends on finding a living kidney donor. Since he was a young child, he’s been navigating the ups and downs of kidney disease, learning to live as best as he can with the limitations it brings.
Living with kidney failure often means spending years on a transplant waitlist—years filled with worry, exhaustion, and declining health. The wait time for a kidney from a deceased donor can be 3 to 5 years, depending on where you live. For some, it’s even longer. But a living donor can completely change that story.
I’ve come to truly understand the depth of these words. Right now, I’m facing one of life’s biggest challenges — one that requires a kind of giving that goes beyond the material. It’s about time, compassion, and the courage to care.
Every day, I hold onto hope that the right person is out there—someone who can offer the life-saving gift I need. I believe my match is out there, and by sharing my story, you can help me find that person.
Waiting for a deceased donor could take years—years I can’t afford. That’s why I’m asking for your help in spreading the word. Whether you can donate or not, your support can bring me closer to the person who can make all the difference.
It’s never easy to ask for help, especially when the request is so deeply personal. Breanna has been battling kidney
It’s never easy to ask for help, especially when the request is so deeply personal. Rich has been battling kidney
The toll kidney disease takes on my body is exhausting, and I’ve often wondered if life could ever be the same again. Knowing that someone who donates a kidney can continue to live a healthy life afterward is incredibly encouraging. It reassures me that the decision to donate doesn’t have to come at the cost of your own health. In fact, most people return to their normal activities, feeling just as healthy as before.
I’ve often hoped that a family member or close friend would be able to donate, but unfortunately, they don’t always meet the necessary criteria. It’s disheartening, especially when kidney disease has already drained so much of my energy. Also, it’s hard on family to learn that they can’t donate – often times for medical reasons.
Fact: “Imagine if more people chose to be living kidney donors — we could remove so many people from the
Your encouragement means the world to me! Whether you’re offering kind words, sharing my story, or simply letting me know you’re thinking of me, your support helps me stay hopeful and strong as I navigate this difficult path. While waiting for a deceased donor could take years, I’m focusing on finding a living donor who can offer me the gift of life now. If you can’t donate, sharing this post could help me reach someone who can. Every act of support counts, and your encouragement keeps me going every single day.
