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Join Donate Life Arizona for a Haiku contest through Aug. 10 as we celebrate donation awareness in multicultural communities. Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry that uses a few words to capture a moment and evoke a bigger picture.

Looking for inspiration? Try a haiku about generosity, organ/tissue donation, hope, giving or new traditions. All poem submissions must tag us @donatelifeaz to be entered to win. We encourage you to also use these hashtags: #spreadgenerositynotgerms #donatelife #multiculturaldonorawareness. We will draw several winners at the end of August. ... See MoreSee Less

Join Donate Life Arizona for a Haiku contest through Aug. 10 as we celebrate donation awareness in multicultural communities. Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry that uses a few words to capture a moment and evoke a bigger picture. Looking for inspiration? Try a haiku about generosity, organ/tissue donation, hope, giving or new traditions. All poem submissions must tag us @donatelifeaz to be entered to win. We encourage you to also use these hashtags: #spreadgenerositynotgerms #donatelife #multiculturaldonorawareness. We will draw several winners at the end of August.
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Organ and tissue donation and transplantation among multicultural communities happens all year long. In August, Donate Life Arizona and Done Vida Arizona are celebrating Donation Awareness in Multicultural Communities! Stay tuned and joined us in learning, honoring, and celebrating. #donatelife #multiculturaldonorawareness ... See MoreSee Less

Organ and tissue donation and transplantation among multicultural communities happens all year long. In August, Donate Life Arizona and Done Vida Arizona are celebrating Donation Awareness in Multicultural Communities! Stay tuned and joined us in learning, honoring, and celebrating. #donatelife #multiculturaldonorawareness
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Karl was such a giving and loving person. Even in high school he was a protector of the weaker classmates. All through his life he was there for others. Yes, he had his struggles, but was an example of a giver and not a taker. He loved all his family members and would be an encouraging influence when needed. Karl left us too early, but through Donate Life Arizona he has given sight to two individuals. Isn’t that wonderful? I’m sure his other donated items are helping those that need them. Oh, Karl we miss and love you so much. You live on in many other recipients of your donations. Thank you, Karl!

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"Ageing is often thought of as a gradual process that happens to the body as a whole, albeit at different speeds for different people. But while it can be helpful to examine our decline at a holistic level, doing so may not provide us with the whole picture. Research shows that the complex mix of genetic, lifestyle and environmental factors that determine how quickly our bodies age does not affect all our organs in equal measure."

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Join Donate Life Arizona for a Haiku contest! Looking for inspiration? Try a haiku about generosity, organ/tissue donation, hope, giving or new traditions. All submissions must tag @DonateLifeAZ to enter to win.…

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Additionally, the donor's age has very little effect on the transplant of corneas. The gift of sight is an incredible option regardless of age! #DonateLife bbc.com/future/article…

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  • Join Donate Life Arizona for a Haiku contest as we celebrate donation awareness in multicultural communities. Haiku is a form of Japanese poetry that uses a few words to capture a moment and evoke a bigger picture. 🌸 Looking for inspiration? Try a haiku about generosity, organ/tissue donation, hope, giving or new traditions. All poem submissions must tag us @donatelifeaz to be entered to win. We encourage you to also use these hashtags: #spreadgenerositynotgerms #donatelife #multiculturaldonorawareness. We will draw several winners at the end of August. 🌸
  • SIX YEARS. Sometimes its still hard to believe we get to live this miracle everyday. This is my favorite celebration every year and this anniversary will never get old. I am beyond grateful we were a perfect match and Lucy and Ethel are still holding strong. Happy Kidneyversary Mom!! ( #📷 @karajeanl ) #DonateLife #kidneyversary #livingdonation #livingdonor
  • Donate Life Arizona wants to help you celebrate safely! Fill out the form linked in our bio to invite us to your drive-by celebration or parade. The van plays music and has other fun surprises to help make your socially-distanced occasion special! #DonateLife #quarantinecelebrations #quarantinebirthday
  • "As a social worker, I always look for my “why.” Always trying to find a way to do more and be more for others and for my family. When I was presented by my doctor with a planned cesarean birth, I knew right then I wanted to donate. Donating my placenta, which I would have discarded anyway, allowed for healing of wounds and helped in other’s medical procedures. This is my why!⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Donor Network of Arizona was very pleasant to work with and was so kind during an exciting and caring time. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ During this crazy time in life, let us all stick together for the good! If you ever considered donation, there is never a better time than now. ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Weston wants to say thank you too! 🤗 donatelifeaz" ( #📷 Thank you @kayla_renee_11 for sharing your experience with birth tissue donation!) #placentadonation #csection #happymom #strongmama
  • What's something generous you can do today? Registering as a donor is always a good start ✨ #donatelife #generosity #spreadgenerositynotgerms
  • "It was 1 o'clock in the morning on January 13, and you never forget that day, it's like their whole new birthday. We got the call and they said 'we have a good match.'...Instead of hoping minute-to-minute or hour-to-hour, you get to hope year-to-year." ⁠ ⁠ Watch Dylan McQueen's story at the link in our bio! #DonateLife #hearttransplant #heartrecipient
  • Saying "yes" to the gift of life is the first step to making an incredible difference in the world. ♥️ Make sure you're registered at the link in our bio, and talk to your family about your donation decision. #donatelife #lifesaving #organdonation #transplantrecipient
  • "My husband, Stephen W Peterson, passed away suddenly in January 2008. He was an organ donor. In the chaos of all that happened, the one thing certain was that I would consent to give any part of his body to help others. That is who he was – always willing to help others. His donation helped several with eyesight and helped many burn victims. He was a proud daddy to twin girls, Emelia and Savannah. They loved and adored their DaDa. His memories live on through his girls, friends and family. We love and miss you so much! He was 42 years young! Give the gift that keeps your memory alive!"⁠ ⁠ Register in Stephen's honor at the link in our bio. ❤️ #DonateLife
  • Together we change the world. If you're looking for stories of hope and inspiration, or want to share your own story, check out Donate Life Arizona's symbolic Wall of Life at www.LiveOnAZ.org, linked in our bio!
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  • Donate Life Arizona previously participated at the annual Valley of the Sun Juneteenth Celebration held at Eastlake Park and Community Center. This year, due to the pandemic and uncertainty about the return of large public gatherings, the festival has been cancelled. We invite you to continue the celebration virtually! ⁠⠀ ⁠⠀ Visit phxjuneteenth.com for more information on the history of the celebration and why it is known as Freedom Day. Not registered yet? Visit our page at Donatelifeaz.org/Juneteenth.
  • #TBT to last year's celebration of Juneteenth. Shout out to our amazing team for having honest conversations about organ and tissue donation in the Black community. Four years ago, Arizona became the 45th state to recognize June 19 as Juneteenth Day, a state holiday or special day of observance. Visit phxjuneteenth.com for more information on the history of the celebration and why it is known as Freedom Day.
  • "Jennifer lived in this world with as much love and compassion as she left the world. She gave her heart to everyone she knew. Jennifer loved music, writing and everything that brought her happiness. She hoped for a world where all people could feel safe and loved. Though chronic illness slowed her down physically, her heart continued to grow and move in her kindness to others. We knew when she left our world that the gift of donation would be important to her. Our hearts are comforted by the thought of others living through her gifts."⁠ ⁠ Register in Jennifer's honor at the link in our bio ❣️ #DonateLife #SignUpSaveLives
  • Our gratitude goes to donors and their families for their decision to give someone a second chance 💙💚 #DonateLife
  • It’s been almost three years since his double-lung transplant surgery. But Robert Peak, 59, does not take for granted the literal new breath of life he was given, which allows him to observe Older Americans Month.⁠ ⁠ “It was quite the wild ride,” he says about waiting for a matching donation. But the rollercoaster of mixed emotions brought him to a whole new way of living, which he does to honor his donor and to make sure the gift he received wasn’t given in vain.⁠ ⁠ “Following my recovery phase post-transplant, I am now able to walk several miles and climb stairs,” he says. Peak is now off oxygen and other equipment with the exception of a cane at times, but that isn’t holding him back.⁠ ⁠ Donation and the precious gift of life have touched his soul is so many ways, and the domino effect of generosity continues. Since his transplant, he and his wife, Lisa, signed up to be volunteers with Donor Network of Arizona to encourage others to sign up and save lives, and Peak is now a Lung Foundation Transplant mentor as well.⁠ ⁠ Older Americans have the power to leave their mark on future generations through organ, eye and tissue donation. There is no age limit or health requirement to register as a donor. #OlderAmericansMonth #DonateLife
  • "Our precious baby girl Luna Mia Hernandez was born October 12, 2018. She was the happiest, most beautiful baby girl and the light of our lives. We lost her to positional asphyxia in July 2019. She is deeply missed by her two big brothers, mom and dad, and countless family members. We think of her always and miss her every day. We love you baby girl. We hope that you helped save many babies with your gift of life."⁠ ⁠ Register in Luna's honor at the link in our bio. ❣️ #DonateLife
  • Every day we are so impressed and humbled by the generosity we see. Especially now, as we all work through a global pandemic, the generosity of Arizonans and their families has not wavered. 💙 #DonateLife
  • "That night when I received “The Call,” the one we had been waiting for, I thought I would be so happy and excited! But after hanging up from hearing that they found me a new heart, I felt an overwhelming sadness and grief. I knew that this meant I got my second chance at having a full life, but I also knew the cost, and I grieved. I prayed for God to comfort my donor’s family and friends and send them peace. I prayed God would wrap his loving arms around them and help them through this horrible time. When I was done praying, I called my husband and told him the news. My “gift” has been a blessing that has allowed me three more years (and counting) with my children, my husband, my family and friends. I got to see my boys play baseball and my daughter go on her first date. I am so blessed! And I am forever grateful to my donor for giving me the gift of life! A gift I can never repay, except to live my life to the fullest, appreciating every second. Thank you."⁠ ⁠ Register to save and heal lives at the link in our bio. ♥️ #DonateLife
  • Our hospital partners are truly incredible! Thank you for all the work you’re doing to keep us safe. We love seeing the Donate Life flag flying in honor of the lifesaving gift of donation.💙💚
  • A donor's legacy lives on through cherished memories and through those who have been given a second chance at life.⁠ ⁠ Join us live tomorrow, April 30, at 11 a.m. for Donor Remembrance Day as we come together to celebrate donor heroes who have given the gift of life through organ and tissue donation. Honor your donor or loved one by writing a message and ‘planting’ a forget-me-not in their honor through the link in our bio. #DonorRemembranceDay #DonateLife
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