Stories of Hope
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Rose Naughtin
Rose’s health journey hasn’t been an easy one, but she is here and healthy thanks to three generous donors.
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Greg Tyree
It was during a routine physical for a life insurance policy that Greg learned he was in kidney failure. Now, he's hoping to find a kidney donor to save his life.
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Kevin Kuhl
When Kevin learned that a co-worker was desperately ill and needed a kidney transplant, he took it upon himself to get educated. Then, he saved her life.
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Mandi Christensen
Mandi only lived on this earth for 16 years, but her years were good years – years full of faith, hope, and love that she freely shared with everyone around her.
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Mackenzie Hoover
When Mackenzie was just 16, he decided to register as a donor. Almost 10 years later, a tragic accident and brain injury led to him giving the gifts of life and sight.
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Jose Espain
Jose’s family is the most important thing in his life. Thanks to a generous kidney donor, he is still here to share life with them.
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Tracy Doherty
A rare heart disease stole Tracy's dreams and almost her life -- until a generous donor gave her a miracle -- a heart and a second chance at life.
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Paola Sauceda
For the last 27 years, since she was 3 years old, Paola’s life has been a constant fight for survival. She is ready for a kidney transplant so that she can live the healthy life she has always wanted.
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Jeff Simmons
Jeff was only 46 when he died of cardiac arrest. Because he said yes, he restored the sight of a 61-year-old woman.
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Lynn Beebe
Lynn received a second chance at life, and she’s using every second to honor her donor and share her story.