Hockey fundraiser supports Iowa Donor Network
February 14 is Valentine’s Day and National Donor Day. The 14th also marks 11 years since an eastern Iowa woman received a heart transplant. On Friday, the Heartlanders hockey team in Coralville is holding “Iowa Donor Network Night.” During the...
Read MoreIowa Donor Network honors 23 QC first responders
A spokesperson with the donor network said they wanted to show first responders how their efforts to help others go beyond the initial EMS call.
Read MoreLeaving a Living Legacy
Reminiscing about National Donor Day, I decided to relate my story… or rather that of my husband Jim. Some of you knew him personally, but did you know that he was an organ donor?
Read MoreIowa Donor Network celebrates largest donor year in 30 year history
The Iowa Donor Network has announced 2024 was a banner year with donors gifting close to 400 organs for transplant, the most in the organization’s 30-year history. According to a release from the organization, last year, 130 donors in the...
Read MoreIowa families bring organ donation stories to Rose Bowl Parade
The Rose Bowl Parade in Pasadena has been a New Year’s Day staple for decades. This year, two families from Iowa will be there to take part in the parade and share their stories about organ donation in support of...
Read MoreSioux City Career Academy students learn the importance of organ donation
High school students in the fire science and medical pathways sat in on a special presentation by John Jorgenson of the Iowa Donor Network.
Read MoreGlesne’s legacy extends beyond summer golf tournament
After Glesne’s passing, four individuals received his organs, all of whom have reached out to the Glesne family. One even attended the golf tournament. In America, roughly 60 percent of the population is a registered organ donor, and it...
Read MoreIowa Donor Network picks two families for 2025 Rose Parade float honor
The Iowa Donor Network is selecting two families to be honored on the 2025 OneLegacy Donate Life Rose Parade Float in Pasadena, California on New Year's Day. Angel Dominguez is a heart recipient from Bettendorf and Joshua Brennan is an...
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