More than 1000 Kentucky kids and adults are currently waiting on a lifesaving transplant.
Adair Circuit Clerk, Dennis Loy, is proud to recognize National Donate Life Month this April, joining a nationwide effort to raise awareness for organ, eye, and tissue donation and encourage individuals to register their decision to save lives.
For decades, Kentucky’s Circuit Clerks have played a vital role in this mission. In 1992, they established the nonprofit now known as Donate Life Kentucky Trust, which continues to lead public education and donor registry efforts across the Commonwealth.
“More than 100,000 children and adults across the United States are currently waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Behind each number is a person, a family, and a story of hope,” says Adams-Castle.
Today, the impact of the Circuit Clerks continues through:
$20,000 in educational scholarships that empower students to share the impact of donation (due April 6!)
Classroom programs that reach young people as they prepare to make their registry decision – available free to all Kentucky teachers
Community outreach that makes donation information accessible and easy to understand
Fundraising efforts that support transplant patients, caregivers, and donor families – support includes lodging near hospitals, transportation, meals, and other urgent needs during times of crisis.
“Donate Life Month brings our nation together to elevate this mission and bring it to the forefront,” said Loy. “If everyone registered, we would not have a waiting list like we do today. We can all be hope. There are no age limits or health requirements to register as a donor. The decision to say ‘yes’ means the world to those waiting.”
While driver’s license services are now managed by the Kentucky Transportation Cabinet, Circuit Clerks remain deeply connected to this mission through their founding leadership, ongoing advocacy, and community partnerships that continue to grow the mission and save lives. Throughout April, Circuit Clerk offices are strengthening their knowledge of the mission through training and sharing educational resources to help Kentuckians understand the impact of their decision.
To register, update your decision, or learn more, visit www.donatelifeky.org.
About Donate Life Kentucky Trust
Donate Life Kentucky Trust is a statewide nonprofit dedicated to saving and improving lives through organ, eye, and tissue donation. Founded in 1992 by Kentucky’s Circuit Clerks, the Trust educates communities and addresses the unmet needs of those impacted by donation and transplantation. Through statewide education, Donate Life Kentucky Trust strengthens public trust in donation and ensure more Kentuckians give the gift of life. The organization also serves as a trusted resource for transplant patients, caregivers, and donor families – offering financial assistance and community connections. Programs are supported through driver’s license contributions, partnerships with the Kentucky Circuit Clerks, Kosair for Kids, Network for Hope, and other generous contributors. Donate Life Kentucky Trust serves families in all 120 Kentucky counties. For more information, visit www.donatelifeky.org, call or text 502-694-3015, or email info@donatelifeky.org.
(Shelley Snyder – Donate Life Kentucky Trust)