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Donor Tributes

Tributes to organ donors hang on a clothesline at the Donor Dash.

We remember and celebrate those who gave life, healing and hope to others.

The Threads of Love memorial quilt, started in 2000 by Gift of Life and our donor family volunteer group, Hearts of Gold, long served as a heartfelt tribute to our donor heroes. After completing more than 95 quilts, we have retired the Threads of Love quilts and are no longer accepting new squares. You are welcome to browse the hundreds of one-of-a-kind quilt squares that have been created.

We now encourage donor families to honor their loved one through Legacies of Love, where you can share a tribute and tell their story online. Click the button below to get started!

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