Organ transplant support group starts in Des Moines
Following an organ transplant, a Des Moines man turned his struggles into a support group for those facing a similar situation.
Read MoreHonoring Iowa’s Donor Heroes: Iowa Donor Network 2025 Impact Report
In 2025, Iowans once again demonstrated their unwavering commitment to transforming lives through the gift of organ and tissue donation. A total of 1,604 donor families were served, 124 organ donors gave the gift of life, 376 organs were transplanted...
Read MoreAndy Bentley feels a heartfelt gratitude this holiday season
“Hey we found a heart for you and we plan on going in tomorrow at 2:30 p.m. for surgery,” Bentley was told by the transplant team. “I was in shock. It’s like no other phone call you have gotten in...
Read MoreNorth Liberty man honors wife’s legacy of kindness
“There was a lot of kindness that she had left to give,” McGlaughlin said. After her death, Jeanna continued to give. She was an organ donor, but for people who die outside of a hospital, certain organs can’t be donated...
Read MoreDrive for Life: Emily’s Legacy DMV Tour across Iowa
The Iowa Department of Transportation (DOT), in partnership with the Iowa Donor Network, proudly announces the “Drive for Life: Emily’s Legacy DMV Tour.”
Read More600+ Iowans waiting on organ donations: Network urges registration
Iowa Donor Network (IDN) works quietly and powerfully behind the scenes every single day to save lives, honor legacies, and support families through the gift of organ and tissue donation.
Read MoreIowa Donor Network names Philip Blumberg as new CEO
Iowa Donor Network announced Philip Blumberg as its new CEO, succeeding Suzanne Conrad after her 28-year tenure.
Read MoreIowa boy continues saving lives through organ donation law, 8 years after he died
On July 4, 2017, Logan Luft was killed in a UTV accident at just 15 years old. Eight years later, his family in Charles City is remembering his legacy by continuing to advocate for organ donation. An Iowa law in...
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