National Donate Life Month (NDLM) helps raise awareness about organ and tissue donation and celebrate individuals who have saved lives through the gift of donation. Additional observances throughout the month include:
- April 6 ~ Living Donor Day ~ This day honors living organ and tissue donors for saving and healing lives.
- April 16-22 ~ National Donate Life Blue & Green Spirit Week ~ Each day of the week is dedicated to a special theme, including recognizing donors and healthcare heroes and giving hope to those waiting for a transplant.
- April 22 ~ National Donate Life Blue & Green Day ~ Wear blue and green to promote the importance of organ donation.
- April 24-30 ~ National Pediatric Transplant Week ~ This week focuses on the message of ending the pediatric transplant waiting list.