Gift of Life, Inc.

A Love Letter from Gift of Life With hands that heal and hearts that give, You share your love, you help us live. From donors strong to those who stand, Beside the gift, hand in hand. Families brave, through loss and tears, Turn sorrow into endless years. Recipients with grateful hearts, A second chance, a brand-new start. Educators, voices bright, Spreading hope, igniting light. Nurses, doctors, every guide, Walking with us, side by side. Volunteers with kindness true, Advocates who see it through. Every soul who dares to say, "I choose to give, I sign today." A simple choice, a moment small, Can be the greatest gift of all. You change the world, you light the way— With love, with hope, this Donor Day. https://registerme.org/

Today, we’re celebrating Melynda's 8-year anniversary with Gift of Life! From starting as an Administrative Coordinator, to Operations & Event Manager, then becoming our Director of Operations, she has worn many hats—and rocked them all! ?? Melynda’s ability to connect, influence, and motivate makes her a true gift to our team. She builds lasting relationships with supporters, volunteers, sponsors, and board members while keeping us organized and event-ready (shoutout to her legendary binders! ???). But what truly sets Melynda apart? She brings the FUN! ?? Whether she’s tackling HR needs, supporting a flawless event, or simply brightening the office with her spunky humor and kindness, she does it all with a smile and unmatched enthusiasm. Melynda, we are beyond grateful for you. Thank you for your dedication, energy, and heart over these past 8 years—here’s to many more! ???? #WorkAnniversary #ThankYouMelynda #GiftOfLife #MakingADifference

Celebrating 5 years of delightful Suzy Ward with Gift of Life! Suzy has been the driving force behind the expansion of our Life Savers high school education program, helping us exceed goals in the greater St. Louis region and now reaching into Illinois! Her dedication, kindness, and willingness to step in wherever needed make her an invaluable part of our team. Not only does Suzy care about results - she cares about people. She builds strong connections, thinks outside the box, and inspires those around her. We're grateful for her passion and impact! Suzy is very into a few things (in no particular order): Her grandchildren, Life Savers education, Tennis, and Golf! Please join us in giving Suzy a proper shout-out for 5 incredible years.

It's Patricia Draper, MSW, LCSW's 3-year work anniversary with Gift of Life! Pattie is a true gem—fun, straightforward, and full of personality! From her ability to instantly connect with individuals starting their organ transplant journey to matching them with mentors who provide strength and understanding, Pattie makes an incredible impact every day. ?? As the creator of our beloved Trivia Night fundraiser, Pattie’s creativity and dedication to spreading awareness about the Transplant Mentor Program are unmatched. She’s also the go-to person for any questions about organ donation or the medical side of the process. ?? Thank you, Pattie, for your passion, innovation, and for being such a vital part of our team and community. Here's to many more years of making a difference! ?? #GiftOfLife #WorkAnniversary #OrganDonation #TransplantMentorProgram

Join us in thanking Jan Finn, RN, MSN, and Chris Crenshaw for their dedicated service on the Gift of Life Board of Directors. Jan, President/CEO of Midwest Transplant Network, has completed her impactful terms, lending her expertise to our Personnel and Board Development committees. Her passion for organ and tissue donation has left a lasting mark on our mission. Chris, a liver and kidney transplant recipient and Senior Marketing Associate at Sysco, shared his powerful personal journey to inspire others, serving two terms on our Fundraising & PR Committee. His commitment to raising awareness has been invaluable. Both Jan and Chris have played pivotal roles in strengthening our community and advancing our cause. We are forever grateful for their contributions. #Gratitude #GiftOfLife #TransplantCommunity #ThankYou

?? Make Your Gift Count Before the Year Ends! ?? 2024 has been an incredible year for Gift of Life, and it’s all thanks to YOU. ?? ? Over 1,000 individuals received critical guidance through the organ transplant journey with our Transplant Mentor program. ? Life Savers education reached 75% of Kansas City metro high school students, sharing life-saving facts about organ donation. ? Nearly 500 students and educators came together at the Life Savers Rally, a day filled with inspiration, hope, and overcoming challenges. All of this is offered free of charge, thanks to your generosity. Together, we are changing lives. There's still time to make an impact! Every dollar helps us provide these life-changing services. We are excited to hit the ground running in 2025! ?? Click below to give now before 2024 ends: ?? https://lnkd.in/eW_C48_2 Thank you for making miracles possible. ?? #EndOfYearGiving #GiftOfLife #OrganDonation #MakeADifference

As the year comes to a close, we find ourselves reflecting on the incredible generosity and kindness of our Gift of Life family. Your unwavering support has made it possible to change lives, foster hope, and build a community rooted in compassion and understanding. This winter season, we celebrate you—the donors, volunteers, advocates, and friends who stand with us in our mission. Together, we’ve achieved so much, and we look forward to embracing the new year with renewed purpose and excitement for what lies ahead. May your final days of 2024 be filled with warmth, joy, and the love of those closest to you. Here’s to a bright and hopeful new year, united by the difference we’re making together. With heartfelt gratitude, The Gift of Life Team

We are incredibly grateful to have had Abby Wolff spend her fall and busy golf season working with us (can we say over achiever?)! Abby brought sunshine and professionalism to our events and helped move us forward on important Life Savers tasks within the office. Thank you for all you did and we cannot wait to see what is in store for you on the horizon!

This #GivingTuesday, you have the power to change lives. We’re $30,000 away from meeting our year-end goals, but thanks to a matching opportunity, every dollar you give is doubled! That's right, we are extending the opportunity to have twice the impact for three more weeks! What does your donation do? It fuels informed decisions about organ donation—decisions that mean: ?? A daughter has her dad this holiday season. ?? A sister gets more time with her twin brother. ?? A son carries on cherished traditions with his mom. While 90% of Americans support organ donation, only 60% are registered. But there’s hope— for instance our triumphs in Johnson County, KS, who leads the nation with a 98% registration rate. Your generosity helps Gift of Life grow this impact across Kansas and Missouri. Together, we can save lives. Donate today and make a difference: https://lnkd.in/eW_C48_2 Thank you for giving the gift of life. #GiftOfLife #DonateLife #OrganDonation #MakeADifference #DoubleYourImpact

Happy World Kindness Day! At Gift of Life, we’re continually inspired by the kindness of our community. From organ donors and recipients to staff and donor families, we see people’s everyday compassion brighten lives in ways big and small. Kindness is always life-changing. And today, even the smallest gestures can spark a positive ripple. Imagine the smile from a friend you check in on, the warmth of a stranger you treat to coffee, or the joy of a senior receiving a surprise visit. Here are a few easy ways to share kindness: ? Call someone you’ve been thinking about ? Leave a kind sticky note for a colleague at work ? Donate a book to a little library ? Write a letter of appreciation ? Leave a snack for your postal worker ? Share shout-outs on social media And be sure to be kind to yourself today too - you're loved and cared about. Care for yourself. How will you spread kindness today? Comment below with your ideas and let’s make a positive impact together! #WorldKindnessDay #GiftOfLife #SpreadKindness #BeTheRipple