Stop by the National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin (NKFW) office to enjoy “guilt free” shopping* while you learn the latest trends in jewelry, makeup, and skincare with your friends, family, and coworkers! Sales proceeds will benefit the Wisconsin transplant recipients, living donors, and donor family members attending the 2010 NKF U.S. Transplant Games as a […]
We in Connecticut experienced a horrible loss in November of 2009. Matt Buriak, affectionately known as “Matty”, suffered a brain aneurysm on the football field in November of 2009. Four days later Matt was taken off life support and passed away. His family abided by his wishes and donated his organs to others in need. […]
Ever wonder what it would be like to be a ballroom dancing “star?” The National Kidney Foundation of Wisconsin (NKFW) is giving you the opportunity to shine up your shoes and put your best dancing foot forward! They invite you to join the NKFW as they “waltz” their way to the 2010 NKF U.S. Transplant […]
April is National Donate Life Month. This encompasses all type of donations from organs, blood, tissue, to bone marrow. Organ donation, in particular, is very near and dear to my heart. In 2004, my wonderful husband received the gift of life through an angel donor in Detroit, Michigan. We don’t know the donor family but […]
Want some Angel Cove Organ Donation and Transplant Awareness Freebies?? Then head yourself over to the Wisconsin State Fair which runs from July 31st – August 10th! Every year the Wisconsin Donor Network sets up a booth at the state-wide event in order to help further raise awareness of organ donation and transplantation. This year, […]
“Wearing your heart on your sleeve” was a literal suggestion to last Saturday’s 167 participants in the free One-Mile Walk/Run for Organ Donation. Ashley Madaus, PRSSA Vice President and Chair Coordinator for NODAC, said she hoped contributors would understand the importance of organ donation and family communication. “That’s why our theme this year is ‘use […]