Help Mary Jo Find a Donor
A Second Chance for Mary Jo
Mary Jo is a mother, a real estate professional, and a woman who has spent the past fifteen years living with deep appreciation for the life she was given. At 24, her kidneys failed due to a rare genetic disorder that has affected six members of her family, including her mother and brother. A deceased donor’s gift gave her a second chance at life.Since then, she has poured herself into her community, built a thriving career, and raised her beautiful son.Now, her transplanted kidney is failing. Because she is blood type O, finding a compatible donor is especially challenging; since it is the universal donor and O can typically only receive from and O, which leads to some of the longest wait times for a transplant.She cannot endure another decade on dialysis as she did before her first transplant.This time, she’s asking for help.
Watch Her Story
How You Can Help
Saving a life might be simpler than you think.
💚 1. Become a Living Donor
A healthy person can live a long and normal life with one kidney. Living donation is a safe, medically supported process that offers recipients the best possible outcome and quality of life.If you’re curious about what it means to be a living donor, you can learn more here:➡️ Learn About Living Donation➡️ Reach Out to Mary Jo
📣 2. Share Her Story
The more people who see Mary Jo’s message, the greater the chance of finding a match. Share her video on your social channels, at work, or within your community.➡️ Share on Facebook➡️ Share on Instagram➡️ Share via Email➡️ Share on LinkedIn
A Message From Mary Jo
“Fifteen years ago, someone I never met chose to give me a future. Because of them, I watched my son grow up. I built a career. I laughed, loved, and lived fully. Now I’m facing the same battle again. Dialysis is not a cure; it’s a way to hold on, but not to live. I’ve seen what it does over time, and I’m terrified to go back there.What I’m asking for is hope, a chance to keep being a mother, a friend, a part of this world. If you can share this, or even consider learning more about living donation, it could mean everything"- Mary Jo