In Ohio, in 2003, more Ohioans died waiting for an organ transplant than were actual organ donors at the time of their death.

The need for organ, tissue and eye donation is critical. Thousands of your fellow Ohioans can be helped each year through the anatomical gifts of organs, tissue and eyes. Through advanced surgical techniques, a single donor has the potential to save seven lives through organ donation and enhance the quality of life for more than 50 others through tissue and eye donation.

Joining the Ohio Donor Registry helps to ensure that your decision to be a donor is known and carried out. Your family will be informed of your decision to be an organ, tissue and eye donor at the time of your death and asked to provide information about your medical and social history, so it it still important to tell your family about your decision.

Joining the Ohio Donor Registry lets you make the choice to help!