Multicultural Perspectives

Ethnic minorities are facing a health crisis and are in desperate need of organ, eye, and tissue donors.

Minorities make up 30% of the U.S. population, but comprise 53% of individuals on the transplant waiting list.

This disparity occurs due to:

• Conditions leading to transplant- such as diabetes and hypertension- occur with greater frequency among minority populations.
• Transplant success rates increase when organs are closely matched between members of the same ethnic background.
• The number of people needing a transplant continues to rise faster than the number of available donors.

You have the Power to Save Lives!

One donor can save and enhance the lives of more than 50 people!

Here are a few simple ways you can take action and make a difference:

LEARN the top 4 myths in multicultural communities.  

PARTNER with the Diversity Action Team to provide accurate information about donation in your community.                          

REGISTER your personal wish to donate.

SAY YES to registering your donation wishes when you renew your drivers license.

SHARE your decision to donate with your loved ones.