National ObservancesToolkits OneLegacy invites hospitals and partners in our service area to join us in sharing the important message of organ, eye and tissue donation throughout the year! February 14 – National Donor Day February 14 is not only Valentine’s Day, but also National Donor Day, a special day to honor those who have given the gift of life to others, thanks to organ, eye and tissue donation. This Valentine’s Day, celebrate the gift of life by saying “YES” to organ, eye and tissue donation. Download Toolkit February – Heart Health Month February is Hearth Health Month, a time to remember the importance of paying attention to your heart health, understanding your risk factors, and taking the steps to protect your heart and reduce your chances of getting heart disease. Download Toolkit February – Black History Month Happy Black History Month! Recognizing the past, celebrating the present, and shaping a better future. Celebrating African American history, resilience and achievements! We will continue to share and amplify voices, embrace diversity and foster inclusivity all month long. Let’s promote awareness about the life-saving benefits of organ, eye and tissue donation for everyone. Download Toolkit March – National Kidney Month March is National Kidney Month! There are nearly 92,000 Americans waiting for a kidney transplant. To keep your kidneys healthy eat a nutritious diet, be physically active, stay hydrated with water, work on moderating your weight, and avoid tobacco. Download Toolkit April – National Donate Life Month National Donate Life Month recognizes the generosity of those who have saved and enhanced lives by becoming organ, eye and tissue donors, while also highlighting the critical need for more people to sign up to be donors. Download Toolkit May – Asian American Pacific Islander Heritage Month In the month of May, we honor all backgrounds of Asian American and Pacific Islander (AAPI) cultures. We celebrate AAPI Heritage Month, and reflect on the life-saving impact of organ, eye and tissue donation within AAPI communities. Over 10,000 AAPI patients are currently waiting for their lifesaving transplant. Download Toolkit August – National Minority Donor Awareness Month National Minority Donor Awareness Month is an initiative to save and improve the quality of life of diverse communities, by creating a positive culture for organ, eye and tissue donation. Download Toolkit