A transplant from a living donor means better health outcomes, fewer complications, and the chance to feel like myself again. It means I could travel with my family. I could wake up without dialysis dictating my day. I could be present for my boys in a way I haven’t been able to for a while.
In the U.S., over 100,000 people are currently waiting for a life-saving kidney transplant. The waitlist is long, and it can take years before a deceased donor kidney becomes available. Unfortunately, many people on the list become sicker as time goes on, making the wait even harder.
That’s why finding a living kidney donor for Nathan is so important. Living donation not only offers a faster path to transplant, but it also leads to better long-term outcomes for patients. Receiving a kidney from a living donor often means a stronger recovery, fewer complications, and a renewed lease on life.
It’s never easy to ask for help, especially when the request is so deeply personal. Ken has been battling polycystic kidney disease (PKD) for many years, facing the daily challenges this illness brings—fatigue, uncertainty, and the weight of a future that depends on finding a living kidney donor. Currently, Ken is one of over 100,000 people in the U.S. waiting for a lifesaving kidney transplant. It can take years to find a match, and while he waits, I worry that his health may continue to decline. But despite all the hurdles Ken has faced, the one thing that remains unwavering is his hope for a better future. I’m hopeful, too.
It’s never easy to ask for help, especially when the request is so deeply personal. Kathie has been battling kidney disease for a long time, facing daily challenges like extreme fatigue, uncertainty, and the weight of a future that depends on finding a living kidney donor. Currently, Kathie is one of over 100,000 people in the U.S. waiting for a lifesaving kidney transplant. The wait can take years, and while she waits, I worry that she may only become more ill.
Kevin is one of the most kind-hearted people I know. He’s always put others before himself, even in the midst of his struggles. He’s a loving husband, father, and friend, and has a deep faith that keeps him going despite the daily challenges. Kevin’s strength and positive outlook are truly inspiring, but the stress of managing his kidney disease is taking its toll. He deserves the chance to feel better, to regain his energy, and to continue being there for his family.
Over the past few years, Thuan’s health has taken a drastic turn. Years of high blood pressure led to kidney disease, and now his kidneys are failing. He’s been on dialysis since 2023, but dialysis is only a temporary solution. What he urgently needs is a lifesaving kidney transplant.
As Steve’s advocate, I’m doing everything I can to help find him a living kidney donor. If you’ve ever thought about becoming a donor, please take a moment to learn more. And even if you can’t donate, sharing Steve’s story could help us find the person who can.
Simon is one of the kindest, most thoughtful people we know. He’s the guy who shows up for his friends without hesitation, who makes people feel truly heard, and who somehow keeps his sense of humor even through the toughest days. Now, he needs us to show up for him.
A living donor could mean a shorter wait, a better match, and a healthier future. It means fewer complications, more stability, and a real chance at getting my life back. To wake up with energy again, to travel, to laugh freely with my family without worrying about machines or medications—that’s what I’m holding on to.
To me, receiving a kidney from a living donor epitomizes #thankyou in the purest form. It’s a thank you to someone brave enough to help another person thrive. It’s a thank you for more time with loved ones, for future memories not yet made, and for the chance to feel healthy again.