Our team has compiled a comprehensive guide on living kidney and liver donation all in one place. Take a look below and if you can’t find what you need, send us a message and we will do our best to help. Thank you for allowing us to be a part of your transplant journey! We hope to connect with you soon through our Mentorship Program, Potential Living Donor Database, or Save a Life Giving Club.
Updated 2025
Why Consider Living Donation?
Thousands of lives are saved every year thanks to living kidney and liver donors. While the decision to donate is deeply personal, understanding the reasons people choose to donate and how it impacts others can help you explore if it’s right for you.
- Learn about the types of living donation: kidney, liver, and paired exchange.
- Discover the benefits and risks associated with living donation.
- Explore things to consider before donating—from physical recovery to emotional well-being.
Curious or concerned? You’re not alone. We’ve compiled the 17 most common myths and concerns about living donation to help clarify common misconceptions.
Get the Facts
We’ve answered your most frequently asked questions in our Living Donation FAQs and offer resources in Spanish (Donación de Órganos en Vida) as well.
Want to test your knowledge? Take our quick Living Donation Quiz and see what you’ve learned!
Learn More About Kidney and Liver Donation
Living donors come from all walks of life. If you’re looking for inspiration or want to know who’s waiting, take a moment to view profiles of individuals currently in need of a living donor.
Ready to connect with someone who’s been there? Join our 1+1=LIFE Mentorship Program to speak with a trained living donor mentor.
Know Your Rights and Resources
Looking for details on specific types of donation?
- Kidney Donation: What to expect, how to prepare, and next steps.
- Liver Donation: Learn how the liver regenerates and what donation entails.
- Patient Checklists (Free): Downloadable guides for both donors and recipients to stay organized throughout the process.
Know Your Rights and Resources
We’re here to make this process easier. Whether you’re navigating time off work, estimating costs, or searching for the right transplant center, we’ve got you covered.
- Living Donor Leave Laws: Understand your legal protections and rights.
- Cost Estimation Calculator: See what financial assistance may be available.
- Financial Resource Guide: Learn how to minimize out-of-pocket costs.
- Find a Transplant Center: Search nationwide for transplant centers.
- Organ Donation Dictionary: Understand common transplant terms with ease.
Find or Become a Living Donor
If you’re searching for a living donor – or want to become one – we offer tools to help:
- Submit your profile to our Potential Living Donor Database.
- Living Donor Search Strategies Checklist: A roadmap for finding a donor.
- Database FAQs: Learn how our database works and who it supports.
- Living Donor Search Toolkit: Tools and resources to help in your search for a living donor.
Get Involved and Give Back
There are many ways to support living donation beyond becoming a donor:
- Save a Life Giving Club: Join a community of monthly donors who support our lifesaving work.
- Young Professionals Group: Network and raise awareness for organ donation.
- Team Transplant: Promote active lifestyles after transplant through fun fitness events.
- Become a Mentor: Help others considering living donation by sharing your experience.
Still have questions?
We’re here to help. If you can’t find what you’re looking for or want to speak with someone directly, contact us and a member of our team will get back to you. Thank you for being a part of the transplant community. Your compassion can help save lives.
