Rachel was offered an operating slot during Christmas week & happily accepted as she knew "it was a great time to be looked after while eating chocolates" as she recovered. Read about the very personal experiences that led to her becoming a living kidney donor: www.giveakidney.org/2021/persona...

Tessa, an NHS consultant in Paediatric Emergency Medicine, had experiences of what families go through with dialysis, so donating a kidney to a stranger she says 'was one of the best decisions she has made'. Read her story in full: bit.ly/487Z1pr #kidneydonation

We’re excited to share that the Make Your Mark film (our collab with @kidneyresearchuk.org) 'Is it inside you to save a life?' has been entered for the 2026 Charity Film Awards. We'd love it if you could vote for the film. Vote here ⬇️ smileycharityfilmawards.com/films/is-it-...

This #trusteesweek we celebrate the individual talents, viewpoints and experiences each of our Trustees brings to our charity to help us meet our charity objectives.

Have you seen that actor Jesse Eisenberg is donating his kidney to a stranger? The actor known for The Social Network & a regular blood donor says: ""I think people will realise that it's a no-brainer, if you have the time and the inclination." www.today.com/health/news/...

Anne donated into the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme so her brother could receive a transplant & come off daily peritoneal dialysis. She says: "It’s an easy thing to do, yet you are literally saving someone from a life of kidney dialysis." Read her story: www.giveakidney.org/2024/persona...

Have questions about donating a kidney to a stranger or want to connect with someone who has been through the process? The Robert Dangoor Partnership for Living Kidney Donation's Buddy Service can support you before, during and after donation. Read more: www.donateakidney.co.uk/requesting-a...

Liz's mother's kidneys were donated after she passed away and after Liz received a letter of gratitude from one of the recipients, she knew she wanted to become a non-directed kidney donor. Read more about Liz's donation journey here: www.giveakidney.org/2025/persona...

There are around 6,500 people waiting for a kidney transplant in the UK. Iain says donating to a stranger meant it was an opportunity "to not only have an impact on one of those on the transplant list but their friends & family too". Read more: www.giveakidney.org/2025/persona... #organdonationweek

Sarah donated a kidney to a stranger & says: "It made total sense to me that if I could save, extend or improve someone’s quality of life with just a temporary inconvenience & no impact to my long-term health, why wouldn’t I do it? Read more: www.giveakidney.org/2025/persona... #organdonationweek

10 years ago, Josie donated her kidney to someone she didn't know on the transplant waiting list and now she's urging those who already donate blood via the NHS to consider 'taking that extra step' and donating a kidney to a stranger. www.giveakidney.org/2025/persona... #organdonationweek

This #organdonationweek we'll be sharing stories from those people who have donated a kidney to someone they didn't know to help improve that person's life. Please help us ensure more people know about non-directed kidney donation, by sharing these stories this week, if you're able to. Thank you!

Potential donors sometimes ask us about whether they'll be able to donate a kidney based on certain aspects of their health history. For some people, the risks associated with donating a kidney may be higher than average. You can find more helpful info here: www.organdonation.nhs.uk/become-a-liv...

On #internationaldayofcharity we'd like to remind everyone of the main objectives of our charity 👇Please keep supporting us however you can - sharing our content, sharing YOUR story, making a financial donation, talking to your friends and family about living kidney donation. #charityday

Did you know that if you become a living kidney donor, it is more likely that your left kidney will be transplanted. If you have donated a kidney, was this your experience too? Let us know in the comments.

Kate was 71 when she donated a kidney to a stranger after listening to a radio interview with a very determined 80-something lady, Pamela, who also donated her kidney altruistically. Read Kate's story & the fascinating radio interview with Pamela here: www.giveakidney.org/2025/persona...

Our charity continues to promote awareness of non-directed #livingkidneydonation with a vision of 'no waiting for a transplant for want of a kidney'. Please share our posts so more friends, colleagues & family know how they could change someone's life #WorldOrganDonationDay2025

Keegan was inspired to donate his kidney to someone he didn't know after watching someone who had donated anonymously continue to run ultra-marathons. Read his story here: www.giveakidney.org/2025/persona...

Our summer newsletter is now out - have a read of it in the link below. If you'd like to receive all our updates (we promise not to bombard you!), then please go to the bottom of the homepage of our new website, where there is a button to sign up. www.giveakidney.org/wp-content/u...

✨𝗤𝗨𝗘𝗦𝗧𝗜𝗢𝗡 𝗢𝗙 𝗧𝗛𝗘 𝗠𝗢𝗡𝗧𝗛✨Am I able to claim any income or expenses if I donate my kidney to a stranger?'. The short answer is here 👇but find out more and answers to other questions we're often asked, on our website: www.giveakidney.org/our-team/faqs/

Did you know that some people are born with just one kidney! We only need one to lead a healthy life so would you consider 'sharing your spare' with someone who needs it more. A living kidney donation is the best current treatment option for most people who need a transplant.

Marsha lost three stone in weight in order to donate a kidney to a stranger, and describes it as “a truly amazing experience”. Read her story ⬇️#kidneydonation www.giveakidney.org/2024/persona...

Today we are celebrating all those individuals who have made the choice to donate a kidney to a stranger and make a huge impact on another person's life. We also thank those who support us by sharing their stories. #smallcharityweek

Have you been thinking about donating your kidney? Xav, a living kidney donor, shares some of his own tips around preparing for kidney donation ⬇️

Retired MMA fighter Paul donated into UK Living Sharing Scheme sparking a chain of 3 kidney transplants after his doctor wife told him about the patients she had treated who had renal failure & how it impacts their lives. ➡️https://www.organdonation.scot/why-it-matters/personal-stories/paul-mcveigh

Harry, a member of our Steering Committee, donated his kidney to a stranger 5 years ago & says: "Why not me? I’ve got something that someone else needs much more than I need it. Once that thought had landed with me I couldn't find a reason not to." #kidneydonation

Want to find out how long a living donor needs to take off work or what lifestyle factors are important before donation? Our team of experts have the answers to these questions and more in our webinar: youtu.be/a9unfIKQa5E?...

On #internationalnursesday we say a huge thank-you to all of the Living Donor Transplant Coordinators who play such an integral role in non-directed living kidney donation. Read the blog 👇' from our Trustee, Caroline, to find out more about what they do: bit.ly/3L5tPtJ #InternationalNursesDay2025

Sarah donated her kidney to a stranger two years ago and since then she has raised funds for Give a Kidney by walking, cycling and kayaking 50 miles in two days! Read why she wanted to spare someone from ongoing kidney dialysis here: www.giveakidney.org/2023/persona...

Question of the month: Will I have to refrain from playing sport if I donate my kidney to a stranger? See 👇for a summary and find out more about non-directed kidney donation on our website: www.giveakidney.org

While Rich didn't feel any different after donating a kidney to a stranger, he felt an 'immense satisfaction' that his donation transformed the lives of three other people. Watch his story in full: youtu.be/rf-KvSm3V4Q

Steff was first told he needed a transplant aged 37, after he suffered renal failure as a result of T1 diabetes. He spent 3 years on kidney dialysis. His mother joined the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme enabling her son to receive a kidney from a stranger. Read more: www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/a...

As we approach the Easter weekend, we thought it would be a good time to share @NHSOrganDonor information about organ donation and different faiths/belief systems: www.organdonation.nhs.uk/helping-you-...

Emma donated her kidney to an anonymous recipient nine years ago and says "I'd do it again if I could, it was a wonderful life experience." Read her story here: www.giveakidney.org/.../per.../d...

Sending our best wishes to Juliet who this weekend is running the second of her epic challenge to raise funds for us - the European Marathon Championships in Brussels. If you'd like to drop a few pounds into her sponsorship fund⬇️: justgiving.com/page/juliet-... [we'd be so grateful 🙂]

QUESTION OF THE MONTH: Will I have to be on medication for the rest of my life if I donate my kidney to someone I don't know? Find out the short answer ⬇️we also have lots of information about the donor operation here: www.giveakidney.org/the-donor-op...

This month @nhsbt.bsky.social  carries out its quarterly living donor kidney matching run. What is this? Summary ⬇️

Since a stranger donated their kidney to Ruby, she's "done things I'd never considered whilst on dialysis". Would you consider massively changing the life of someone with kidney disease? Read how receiving a kidney has made a difference to Ruby: www.giveakidney.org/.../pers.../...

Listen to our lovely Trustee, Chris, speak about how he donated a kidney to help his uni friend, suffering from PKD, get back to health so that she could continue to be a mum to her daughter for a long time to come. 🎧https://open.spotify.com/episode/3VEUz8VkWOjtsQYu5UJJIo?si=B_AKwa8iQ6C8R-OOjdlWnQ

We often talk about the UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme so we were delighted that Lisa Mumford, Head of Head of Organ Donation & Transplantation Studies @nhsbt.bsky.social was able to offer a detailed insight in our webinar. youtu.be/anyrtdL8uPY?...

Are you worried about what will happen to you if you donate a kidney to a stranger? ⬇️watch professionals & donors talk about the most common concerns that people have & give a realistic view of the life-long risks of being a living kidney donor. transplant.tv/themes/lets-...

Alastair donated his kidney to someone he didn't know last year and says: "My life hasn’t changed, but it’s great to know I’ve changed someone else’s" ➡️https://www.giveakidney.org/2025/personal-stories/alastairs-story/

MYTH BUSTER - I'm too old to donate a kidney to a stranger. Here's why that's probably not the case 👇 Find out more on our website: giveakidney.org/how-to-give

A story of non-directed living kidney donation from across the pond - 73-year-old Barbee donated a kidney to a stranger in Colorado, where 'In this state alone, nearly 2,000 people are waiting for a kidney transplant'. Read in full: kdvr.com/news/health/...

A huge good luck from all of us at Give a Kidney to Juliette who is running the first of her fundraising races for our small charity in just TWO by running in the Lisbon Half Marathon. 💪👊 If you can spare a few pounds, pls spur her on & donate here: www.justgiving.com/page/juliet-...

Anne donated into UK Living Kidney Sharing Scheme so her brother could receive a transplant and come off daily peritoneal dialysis. She says: "It’s such an easy thing to do, yet you are literally saving someone from a life of kidney dialysis." Read more: bit.ly/4bkCc22

As of February 2024 more than 1000 people in UK had donated a kidney to a stranger, & now a year later Aly has become Northern Ireland's 100th altruistic kidney donor. She says: "It was so easy from start to finish, the team is incredible and you feel so cared for." www.bbc.co.uk/news/article...

In our latest webinar, our experts answer questions including: ➡️how long the whole process of living kidney donation takes ➡️are there medications to avoid ➡️what expenses a living donor can claim Watch here: youtu.be/L3ImSt08EPs?...

Paul shares the very personal reason why he chose to donate a kidney to a stranger and praises the wonderful support he received throughout his donation journey. View his story on our YouTube channel: youtu.be/0PMmyjIPPF8?...

An excellent piece in @the-independent.com about the 🇬🇧 Living Kidney Sharing Scheme run by NHSBT. Showcases its success, impact on kidney transplant candidates and the value of living kidney donation. @kidneyresearchuk.org www.independent.co.uk/news/health/...