A Message to Californians About Organ, Eye and Tissue Donation
Recent national news coverage and ongoing discussions about the organ donation and transplantation system have prompted understandable questions from many Californians. We welcome those questions and believe that open, honest conversations are essential to maintaining public trust.
Donate Life California is the state’s official nonprofit donor registry, authorized by the State of California to provide a secure and confidential way for individuals to document their decision about organ, eye, and tissue donation. Our responsibility is to ensure that every Californian has access to accurate information and that each person’s legally documented decision is honored.
Public trust is the foundation of donation and transplantation. We believe transparency, accountability, and continuous improvement are essential to maintaining that trust. As the donation and transplantation community continues to evolve, we support efforts that strengthen the system while honoring the generosity of donors, recipients, living donors, and their families.
Every donation story is deeply personal. Behind every decision are individuals and families navigating moments of hope, loss, and healing. We remain committed to providing factual information that helps Californians make informed decisions that reflect their own values and wishes.
More than 20 million Californians have said “Yes” to organ, eye, and tissue donation. Whether someone chooses to say “Yes” or “No,” Donate Life California believes every person deserves accurate information, the opportunity to make an informed choice, and the confidence that their decision will be respected.
We remain committed to serving Californians with integrity, transparency, and compassion while working every day to support a trusted and accountable donation system.
