Donate Life North Carolina

11/05/2026

Did you know your genetics can play a role in organ transplant compatibility?

Certain DNA markers are inherited from our parents and can influence how well a donor and recipient match. Because these genetic markers vary among individuals and populations, donors from all backgrounds matter.

There is no one-size-fits-all donor. Every person who registers helps make more possibilities available to someone waiting for a lifesaving transplant.

Different backgrounds. Different genetics. One shared ability to give hope.

Register as a donor today at DonateLifeNC.org 💙

11/04/2026

What if your gift could help someone see the world again?

November is Eye Donation Month! Through cornea donation, one donor can help restore vision for up to two people.

Learn more about registering as an organ, eye, and tissue donor at DonateLifeNC.org!

11/03/2026

Election Day is here!

Today reminds us that every voice matters and every opportunity to make a difference counts.

As you head to the polls, take a moment to think about another way you can make a lasting impact: registering as an organ, eye, and tissue donor.

It only takes a few minutes to sign up, but your decision could one day save lives and give hope to someone waiting for a transplant.

Make your voice heard. Make a difference. Consider saying YES to donation.

Learn more or register at DonateLifeNC.org. 💙

11/02/2026

November is National Family Caregivers Month, a time to recognize the incredible people who make a difference in others' lives every day.

Today, we're celebrating the caregivers who stand beside patients and families through every step of the journey.

Share a story, a special memory, or a heartfelt thank you to a caregiver who has made a difference in your life in the comments below!

10/30/2026

Checking things off your to-do list? Here's one that could make a life-changing difference. Make sure your organ donor decision is documented. Not registered yet? Today is a great day to check that off your list!

Register today at DonateLifeNC.org ✅

10/29/2026

Three Tar Heels. One mission. Thousands of lives that could be changed. 💙

Inspired by powerful stories of organ donation, three UNC-Chapel Hill seniors are turning their passion for service into action with Heart of a Heel, a campaign encouraging North Carolinians to register as organ donors.

More than 4,520 North Carolinians are waiting for a transplant. Their initiative is helping spread the message that one decision can save lives and leave a lasting legacy.

Read how these students are using Carolina pride to make a difference across our state:

Student-led campaign channels Tar Heel pride in a state where over 4,500 people wait for a transplant.

10/28/2026

This , here's a sweet fact: organ donation doesn't just save lives. It can transform them!

A pancreas transplant can sometimes allow a person with severe type 1 diabetes to stop taking insulin.

Nothing sweeter than being a lifesaver and transformer 🍫🛟💙

Register today at DonateLifeNC.org!

10/27/2026

You can be an organ donor at almost any age. What matters most is the condition of your organs and tissues at the time of donation, not your age.

There’s no age limit on the gift of life.

Register today at DonateLifeNC.org 💚

10/26/2026

We're celebrating ! Show us your Donate Life North Carolina-themed carved pumpkins!

And remember: Pumpkin spice is nice. Saving lives is even better.

Register today at DonateLifeNC.org 🎃

10/23/2026

For nearly 20 years, Simone Henderson has helped cancer survivors feel beautiful and confident through her wig and hairstyling business. After losing her sister to breast cancer, she learned she carried a BRCA gene mutation, putting her at increased risk for breast and ovarian cancer.

Simone chose preventive surgeries, including a bilateral mastectomy, and later underwent breast reconstruction using donated skin grafts.

“There are so many women whose hair I’ve cut, whose hands I’ve had to hold as they went through cancer,” she explained. “Taking preventative measures reminded me that I did have an option, and I want others to know that too.”

Today, Simone is using her platform to encourage women to prioritize their health and know their options. She’s also grateful to the tissue donor whose gift helped her feel confident in her body again.

“I want to inspire everyone to be proactive, to take care of themselves,” Simone shared. “I’m excited that I did have a choice! I’m so thankful.”

Simone’s story reminds us that tissue donation can help people heal, rebuild confidence, and move forward with renewed hope. Be someone's second chance today. Register at DonateLifeNC.org to help someone like Simone 💚