We saw a 2% increase in the organ donor roster," Coleman said. He says their organization is working to instill a greater sense of trust in the medical profession among communities of color.

It’s all because of an organ donor who gave Sandy a second chance at life. By 2022, the once active mom and grandmother had to always carry around a portable oxygen concentrator.

“I really do just want to advocate for organ donation with any opportunity I can and live life to honor my donor in any way that I can because I wouldn’t be here today without them.” ...

"She's made me the mom I am." When Symaria passed away, her family and hospital staff took an emotional walk with her through the hospital to the operating room, where she became an organ donor .

Crystal Yancey with LifeShare Oklahoma says there's a big misconception that stops people from donating. "They don’t want to be an organ donor because maybe the hospital won’t save their life ...

Dr. Wilkinson said one of the most common ways to sign up to be an organ donor is at a DMV. For Missouri residents, you can register online here , and Kansas residents can register here .