National Donor Sabbath: A Symbol of Hope for Those Who are Waiting
October 18, 2025
National Donor Sabbath is observed annually two weekends before Thanksgiving, from Friday through Sunday. This year, National Donor Sabbath will be observed November 14 – 16. This three-day observance seeks to include the days of worship for major religions practiced in the United States.
During National Donor Sabbath, faith leaders from many religions, donor families, transplant recipients and donation and transplantation professionals participate in services and programs to educate the public about the need for the life-saving and healing gifts passed to others through transplantation, while also encouraging people to register their decision to be an organ, tissue and eye donor.
Why National Donor Sabbath?
Today, most major faith communities are supportive of organ donation and the individual choices of their members. Many view donation as an act of compassion and generosity. As people often turn to their faith leaders for help when dealing with life and death issues, National Donor Sabbath provides an opportunity for faith communities to share their views and join in the conversation.
How Can Your Faith Community Get Involved? Faith communities and individuals wishing to plan National Donor Sabbath events can contact LifeGift for additional information and support.
