Hospital partners

Nurses, physicians, administrators and other hospital staff members are vital in offering hope to the communities LifeGift serves. We partner with hospitals to continually improve government-regulated donation systems to help increase the number of donated organs and tissues available for transplant.

We also help train hospital staff members on all aspects of donation, from the appropriate identification and timing for referrals of potential donors to the medical maintenance of the donor and the recovery operation.

How does the donation process work?

The donation process is time-sensitive and complex, with various partners helping along the way to ensure every opportunity to save lives. Types of donation include organ donation, tissue donation, neonatal donation and living donation.

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Our training program

LifeGift is committed to providing outstanding education and competency-based training to our team members at every stage of their career. In 2020 we launched LifeGift Institute for the Future of Transplantation (LIFT) – our premier professional development and training program that aims to raise the team’s expertise in a variety of topics and protocols.

In 2021, we expanded LIFT to include education for our partners as part of our commitment to providing training in- person or virtually. Topics spanned the entirety of the donation process, from donor referral through surgical recovery, as well as collaboration on creating a successful donation program.

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Upcoming events

Light of Hope – National Day of Prayer Breakfast
Thursday, May 1, 2025, 8:30 am – 10:30 am
LifeGift, Hope Room, 2510 Westridge Street, Houston, TX

Join LifeGift and spiritual leaders from across our partner hospitals for a morning of reflection, connection and inspiration at the Light of Hope National Day of Prayer Breakfast. This special event honors the gift of life through faith, hope and healing, bringing together chaplains and spiritual caregivers who support donor families and clinical teams throughout the donation journey.

We are honored to welcome Monica Emerson, a devoted donor mother, who will share the powerful story of her son, Jordan. Monica’s heartfelt message reflects the lasting impact of organ donation, and the strength found in honoring a loved one’s legacy.

This is more than a breakfast—it’s a moment to unite in purpose, lift our hearts in prayer and reaffirm our shared commitment to supporting families during life’s most sacred moments.

Please RSVP by April 25 at 5:00 pm.

For more information and to register, click here.

Power of Partnerships: Optimizing Pediatric Donation Through Collaboration
Wednesday, May 14, 2025, 9:00 am – 1:30 pm
Virtual Workshop

We invite you to attend Power of Partnerships, an inspiring and educational workshop designed to bring together clinical teams and donation professionals who play a vital role in saving lives through organ and tissue donation.

This event is specifically tailored for ICU, NICU, pediatric, chaplaincy and critical care staff across our partner hospitals. Through a series of expert-led presentations, attendees will gain practical insights into:
• Navigating the role of medical examiners in pediatric donation
• Enhancing family support through child life, chaplain and bereavement services
• Learning from real-life donation stories that highlight the power of teamwork

Why Attend?
This workshop provides an opportunity to deepen your knowledge, strengthen interprofessional collaboration and contribute to improved donation practices at your hospital. It’s a chance to connect with peers, hear from subject matter experts and leave with actionable strategies you can apply immediately.

Continuing Education:
Participants will be eligible to earn up to five contact hours.

For more information and to register, click here.

Donation Champion Training: Empowering Hospital Leaders in Donation Advocacy
Thursday, October 2, 2025, 8:00 am – 4:30 pm
Houston (In-person), Fort Worth (In-person) and Lubbock (In-person)

Donation Champions play a crucial role in fostering a culture of organ donation within hospitals. The Donation Champion Training equips healthcare professionals with the knowledge and skills to become advocates for organ, eye and tissue donation. This interactive session will cover best practices in donor identification, family conversations and hospital policies to increase donor potential and save lives.

Attendees will gain insights into strategies for effective hospital engagement, ethical considerations and ways to support families through the donation process. This training is ideal for nurses, physicians, social workers, chaplains and hospital leaders committed to making a difference.

For more information and to register, click here.

Organ Donation 101: Connecting Purpose to Practice
Friday, June 13, 2025, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Thursday, December 18, 2025, 8:00 am – 5:00 pm
Memorial Hermann – TMC, Sarofim Conference Room, 4th Floor, Houston, TX

Every healthcare professional plays a role in the organ donation process, but understanding how to navigate it effectively is key. Organ Donation 101: Connecting Purpose to Practice provides a foundational overview of the organ donation process, including clinical protocols, ethical considerations and the impact of donation on patients and families.

Participants will gain a deeper understanding of the importance of their role in the donation continuum. Whether you are new to donation or looking for a refresher, this session will help bridge the gap between purpose and practice in saving lives.

For more information and to register, click here.