Whether you’re considering organ donation, waiting for a transplant, living with a transplant, or supporting a loved one through their journey, I hope you’ll find these resources helpful. The organisations and websites listed below provide trusted information, support, education, and inspiration related to organ donation and transplantation in the UK. Many of these resources have helped me better understand the transplant journey, and I hope they can do the same for you.
Organ Donation & Transplant Information
Organ Donation Law in England – Clear explanation of England’s opt-out system and how it works.
NHS Blood & Transplant – The national organisation responsible for organ donation and transplantation across the UK. Their site includes detailed information about the transplant process and national statistics.
NHS Organ Donation – The official website of the NHS Organ Donation organisation. It is full of useful help and guidance on all matters on the topic of organ donation.
NHS Organ Donation Statistics – Current UK organ donation and transplantation statistics.
British Heart Foundation – The BHF is the biggest independent funder of research into cardiovascular disease in the UK. There website is an excellent source of information as well showing the incredible work they do.
British Transplantation Society – The professional body representing transplant healthcare professionals across the UK.
Transplant Sport UK – Supports transplant recipients through sport, physical activity, and the British Transplant Games.
Planning Ahead & Sharing your Wishes
Share Your Wishes – Share Your Wishes encourages people to talk openly with their loved ones about organ donation and other important life decisions. Alongside practical resources, the organisation regularly shares powerful stories from transplant recipients, donor families, and living donors, helping to raise awareness and celebrate the incredible impact of organ donation.
I am proud to support Share Your Wishes, whose mission encourages people to have important conversations with those closest to them. Talking about your wishes today can make difficult decisions much easier for your loved ones in the future.
Support for Recipients and Families
Writing to Your Donor Family – Guidance for transplant recipients who wish to write to their donor family.
Donor Family Network – Support and information for families of organ donors.
Talks & Inspiration
ColeMclellanCollective – an agency that provides inspiring and insightful speakers for schools. Emma Cole has many years experience in this field and will be able to advise you on the best speaker for your setting and requirements.
Awareness & Education
Live Life Give Life – Campaigns and education promoting organ donation awareness.
Orgamites – Educational resources helping children understand organ donation and transplantation.