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April is #DonateLifeMonth. It's an important month for the CF community. When people with CF run out of treatment options, #lungtransplant is their only hope. In addition, due to comorbidities of CF and medication side effects, people with CF can end up needing other organ transplants as well, including kidney, liver, or even heart/lung. Organ donation is the ultimate gift — the most selfless way to pay it forward and ensure that when you no longer need your organs, you can give life (and hope and a future) to someone who otherwise wouldn't get it. There is no greater impact a person can leave behind. In honor of #DonateLife Month, if you're not signed up already, we encourage you to become an organ, eye, and tissue donor. ♻️🩵💚 REGISTER >>> https://lnkd.in/eyYWHJe

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A Drop Closer to Saving a Life 🩸 Today, I took a small step with a big impact – I donated blood. Knowing that a single donation can save up to three lives made this experience deeply personal and meaningful for me. We often get caught up in the daily rush, but moments like this remind me of how interconnected we all are. My blood, my own small contribution, could be the lifeline for someone in critical need a person I may never meet, but whose life could be changed forever because of a simple act of kindness. There’s something incredibly empowering about giving back in this way. Blood cannot be manufactured; it only comes from generous donors. That’s why it’s essential that more of us step up, especially since donated blood has a short shelf life. Why did I choose to donate? The stats alone are compelling: every two seconds, someone needs blood, yet only a fraction of eligible people donate regularly. Each pint of blood donated can save up to three lives – three people who might be battling an illness, recovering from an accident, or undergoing a life-saving surgery. There’s something deeply humbling about the process. As I watched my blood flow into the bag, I thought about the hands that would receive it, the lives it could change. This wasn’t just about me giving; it was about a silent connection, a shared humanity. I encourage everyone reading this to consider donating if they can. It’s one of the simplest yet most impactful ways to give back. We might never know whose life we touched, but they’ll know that someone, somewhere, cared enough to give. Join me in making a difference. It takes just a few minutes, but the impact lasts a lifetime. 💪 Together, we can be the difference. 💪 #BloodDonation #GiveLife #CompassionInAction #MakeADifference

Latest silly challenge for me, HYROX! If anyone would like to donate, the link is below

There are many ways in which you can help to support CancerCare, one of these is by giving a gift in your Will. This week is Remember A Charity week, a campaign that encourages everyone to take a moment to consider adding a gift to charity in their Will.   Gifts in Wills are vital to the work of CancerCare, funding the support we provide to 1 in every 4 people who turn to us for help when dealing with the life-changing impact of cancer, serious illness or bereavement. Of course, we understand that when making a Will, the needs of your family and loved ones will always come first. However, once you’ve looked after those closest to you, including a gift to CancerCare in your Will can help many more people, ensuring future generations across North Lancashire and South Cumbria can turn to us for support.    Read more about Remember A Charity week here: https://lnkd.in/eUv2rpaV   #cancercare #rememberacharityweek #rememberacharity #giftinwill #giftsinwills #will #wills #legacy #legacydonation #donation #fundraising

Running to Save Lives On September 21st, I'll be running the Red Feather Trail Jamboree 50K, my third ultramarathon since becoming a double donor (kidney & 60% of my liver). I share to inspire others, as one can be a donor and continue to live a healthy, active lifestyle! The Problem: Every day, 16 people lose their lives while waiting for an organ that could come from a living donor. Even if every American registers as a deceased organ and tissue donor, there would still be a drastic shortage of organs available for transplantation. My Reaction: After learning about the problem in 2010, I felt compelled to act. I spent hours learning about living donation. While I didn't have a family member or friend directly in need, I learned that you can make a non-directed donation - meaning a transplant center can use your gift for the best match. In my case, my kidney donation turned into a donation chain, as 6 additional kidney transplants were possible. About 9 years later, I learned that a living donor can donate twice - becoming a double donor. So after a lot research, contacting multiple transplant centers, testing in two different states, I donated 60% of my liver in 2020 - despite COVID lockdowns and disruptions! Your Opportunity: Now that you are aware of the problem, you have several opportunities: 1. Give. Your financial gift saves lives. American Transplant Foundation doesn’t receive any government or corporate funds and relies on financial contributions to provide services to living donors, transplant recipients, and their loved ones. 2. Consider living donor. That's a big ask, but I promise that it is possible to live a healthy, active life after donation (even after two!). In fact, it was only after becoming a donor (and in my 40s) when I began to enjoy jogging and trail running. The Red Feather Trail 50K will be my 14th running event since becoming a donor, and my 3rd ultramarathon since becoming a double donor! 3. Spread the word. I humbly ask you share this fundraiser with your personal and professional networks. Thank you, and God Bless! Jay #AmericanTransplantFoundation #LivingDonation #LivingDonor #Fundraiser #TrailRunning #UltraMarathon #RedFeatherTrailJamboree #50k

What is your connection to the organ transplant world? Are you a registered organ donor? A organ recipient or an organ donor? Do you know anyone (i.e.- family, friends, etc.), who are a part of the organ transplant community? Today is Life-Giving Tuesday and your gift will go towards helping us get the organ transplant list to zero. No amount is too big or too small. <3

Absolutely thrilled to share that I finally did it! I donated blood today and in just one hour, potentially saved three lives. This achievement means a lot to me, especially after four attempts and a year of trying. Donating blood is one of the most selfless acts we can perform. It's a simple yet profound way to make a difference in someone's life. The entire process takes only about an hour, with the actual donation lasting just 5-10 minutes. Plus, it has personal health benefits like: Health Check-Up Heart Health Cancer Risk Reduction: Weight Management: Psychological Well-Being A week after donating, you'll receive an email with your test results and details about how your blood was used, whether it helped a child or an adult. I'm incredibly proud to be a part of this life-saving journey and encourage everyone to consider donating. It's a small effort with an immense impact! Before making an appointment, please remember to check if you are eligible to donate. Please see the link below if you are interested in signing up. Blood.co.uk #BloodDonation #SaveLives #GiveBack #HealthAndWellness

Imagine if buying your dream home could also help save a child’s life. 🏠➡️❤️ At Pileggi Real Estate Team, we believe in making a difference beyond just real estate transactions. We are proud supporters of the SickKids Foundation and are on a mission to raise $50,000 for SickKids Hospital! Here's how it works: 1️⃣ For every home we sell, a portion of our income is donated to SickKids in honor of our buyer, seller, or the generous individual who referred us. 2️⃣ SickKids does incredible work helping children fight through severe illnesses like cancer and leukemia. Donations are critical for their Recovery Center, where higher chances of remission become possible. 3️⃣ By working with us, you’re not just buying or selling a home - you’re contributing to building a NEW SickKids Hospital and giving children a fighting chance. This initiative is close to our hearts, and we extend this partnership through every client relationship, turning your real estate dreams into powerful contributions that matter. Together, let's make a difference - one home at a time. 🏡❤️ What are your thoughts on integrating corporate social responsibility into real estate? #RealEstate #SickKidsFoundation #GiveBack #PileggiRealEstate #TorontoRealEstate

There is still lots of time to donate and invest in hope for a better future for ALK+ cancer patients. Ways to donate: 🩵Leave a legacy in your will 💙Add gift aid to your donation 🩷Create a monthly direct debit 🩵Talk to your employer and add payroll giving 💙Alternatively you can generate free donations via EasyFundraising, Buy2Give, GiveAsYouLive, etc. 🩷Making a donation is easy through Facebook or Instagram using the Meta platform. You can also donate via Paypal, JustGiving or our preferred charity platform Kindlink, (👈 this one takes the lowest percentage of your donation) You can also donate straight into our bank account, find the details here: https://lnkd.in/eieADzpQ Donate here: https://lnkd.in/dpPRY_C7 Check out our LCAM campaign here: https://lnkd.in/eQKev528 #Action4Alk #LungCancerAwarenessMonth #TogetherWeCan further ALK+research #MoreResearchMoreLife #ResearchSavesLives #StrongerTogether #ALKCancer #ALKPositive #LungCancer #Stage4 #LCAM