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Messaging Review: How Does the Deceased Donation Process Work?

I have heard from many of you with thoughtful questions about the donation process- especially around the difference between brain detail and donation after cardiac death (DCD). To help provide clarity, our partners at Donate Life America have put together a great resource that explains these distinctions in a clear and accessible way. You can click the blue "Read More" button below to review. As always, if you have any questions or would like to continue the conversation, please don't hesitate to reach out.

Donor Alliance is Hiring!

Donor Alliance is proud to be a Top Workplace for over 10 years and is driven by our mission to save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation. We are hiring for both support and clinical positions- do you know someone who might be a good fit for one of these roles? You can click the link below to see a list of the current roles that are open at Donor Alliance.

August Advocate Call : Monday, September 8th at 5:30pm on Zoom

Our September Advocate call will take place next Monday evening at 5:30pm on Zoom! We hope to see you there! To receive the Zoom link for 2025 calls, click here to e-mail Mandy to request the link.

Featured Upcoming Events

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Friday

DDS: Colorado Lean Summit

Donor Alliance looks forward to having a table at the Colorado Lean Summit! This conference focuses on continuous improvement. The Colorado Lean Network works to inspire, develop and support improvement practitioners to better serve Colorado organizations and communities by connecting existing and aspiring practitioner's to the right mentors, models and resources. This event takes place at Children's Hospital at their Aurora campus. To sign up, click here.

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Saturday

DDS: Art in the Park

Donor Alliance and Rocky Mountain Lions Eye Bank will host a table in downtown Casper Art Walk where we will engage families about donation while providing materials and instruction on origami butterfly craft. We are looking for Advocates to help support the table. This event takes place at Mike Seder Park in Casper. To sign up, click here.

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Wednesday

DDS: CU Anschutz Medical Campus Block Party- Aurora, CO

The CU Anshutz Medical Campus Block Party returns for its 11th year on Wednesday, September 10th! Enjoy music, food trucks, games and giveaways from over 140 booths, including Donor Alliance, which will have an informational table and free gifts for the community. This is a short 3 hour event and the perfect way to spread awareness about organ, eye and tissue donation in our community! To sign up, click here.

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Saturday

DDS: Ride for Hope- Watkins, CO

Donor Alliance looks forward to having a table at the Ride for Hope event, organized by a fellow Advocate for Life, in honor of her daughter! This event takes place from 9:00am-3:00pm at Lulu's Inn in Watkins. If you're not able to help for the full day, no worries- we'd love to have you any time you're able to attend! To sign up, click here.

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Saturday

DDS: Liver Life Walk- Castle Rock, CO

The Liver Life Walk is a signature event for our partners a the American Liver Foundation. Providing an inspirational and festive environment, Liver Life Walk event give participants an opportunity to come together and raise awareness and funds in support of the liver community. Donor Alliance looks forward to hosting a table in their expo area to educate and inspire their participants to sign up on the donor registry and hand out swag! We are looking for 2 Advocates to help support this event. To sign up, click here.

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Friday

DDS: Night Market- Fiesta en el Mercado- Denver, CO

Kicking off Hispanic Heritage Month, Night Market Fiesta en el Mercado, in partnership with Bonfire Event Company and the Mexican Cultural Center will bring bold flavors and good vibes to Civic Center Park. This international celebration, centered on Hispanic Heritage, highlights the diversity and creativity of Denver's communities. This food-forward event will showcase a huge variety of authentic Hispanic cuisines and street food. Donor Alliance looks forward to hosting a table with information and gifts for the community. To sign up, click here.

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Saturday

DDS: CSU Donate Life Game- Fort Collins, CO

Come join us as we partner with the CSU Rams for a Donate Life game on September 20th! We are looking for four Advocates to help engage with fans through interactive booth activities, distribute educational materials, and encourage individuals to register as donors. Advocates may also share personal stories and help spark meaningful conversations with attendees. To sign up, click here.

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Saturday

DDS: Cool Science Carnival- Colorado Springs

The Cool Science Carnival is a celebration of all things STEAM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math). We are expecting around 8,000 kids and parents to come through this fun event. We will be setting up a table and talking with families about the lifesaving and healing benefits of organ, eye and tissue donation for transplantation. This event has 2 shifts. To sign up, click here.

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Saturday

DDS: Air Force Football Donate Life Night

*Exact Time is still TBD. We are excited to once again partner with the Air Force Falcons for a Donate Life game day to support organ, eye and tissue donation on September 27 against Hawai'i. We are looking for four Advocates to help support the Donate Life table at the event and chat with fans about the importance of donation. It's a great way to get involved, wear your Donate Life gear and enjoy the game with others in the community. To sign up, click here.

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2: Dana Martin

2: Jeremy Mares

3: Eva Krynovich

4: Kat Dunbar

14: Sandy Peterson

16: Jackie Grabbert

16: Jason Wynia

18: Ellie Stadnick

19: Karen Hassell

27: Heather Bower

September 11, 1996

Lynn Konken, Tissue/Bone Recipient


September 1, 2008

Jaime Tellez, Jr.

Cornea Recipient


September 21, 2012

Michael Hale, Liver Recipient


September 2, 2014

John Endres, Liver Recipient


September 8, 2014

Dean Hutto, Double Lung Recipient


September 15, 2015

Shea McGlade, Living Kidney Donor


September 27, 2023

Steve Marshall, Liver Recipient


September 24, 2024

Lisa Switzer, Liver Recipient



In loving memory of those who are not here today, but are forever present in our hearts.


September 23, 2009

Pat Thomas, Donor's Mother


September 8, 2014

Janice & Maggie Thirman, Donor Mother & Sister


September 3, 2019

Linden Butrym, Donor's Wife



If we have missed your loved ones date, please reach out to let us know.

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