Seeking an Organ Donor?

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Here are a few tips on how to get the word out

For many transplant-appropriate kidney patients, the answer to the question, “How do I approach someone for a kidney?” is “You don’t.” It is more about letting many people know about your situation and the need for a living donor to come forward on their own. The key to sharing your story is wide distribution. It’s not only tapping into your own network, but the network of your friends and family too. It is important to have a compelling short story about your need. A good 30-second story can get someone’s attention and create a situation where they are interested in finding out more. Some people share this information on their social channels, personal blog, a letter, or an email.

Practice responses to commonly-asked questions from people to whom you tell your story. For instance, have an answer ready if someone asks, “Must I be the same blood type as you?” and be ready