Donation Essentials Blog

November 12, 2025

One Simple Choice at the DMV Can Save Lives: Donor Alliance Launches “Check the Box” Campaign

There’s a moment at the DMV that holds more power than many realize. Between updating our address and choosing a photo, there’s a small box asking if we want to become an organ, eye, and tissue donor. For many Coloradans, that box represents something much bigger than a simple yes or no, it’s a chance […]

May 29, 2020

Staff Spotlight: Diana Westcott

We’re so proud to work with each and every one of our staff members here at Donor Alliance. In our Staff Spotlight, we like to take a minute to share who we are and why we work at Donor Alliance. In this month’s staff spotlight, meet Diana Westcott, an Organ Recovery Coordinator! In that role, […]

May 28, 2020

Advocate Spotlight: Maurisa Marquez

Donor Alliance volunteers and advocates are the heart and soul of our efforts to inspire and inform our community about the importance of signing up to be an organ, eye and tissue donor in Colorado and Wyoming. Each of our volunteers and advocates has their own unique and inspiring story to tell. In this advocate […]

May 22, 2020

Qué esperar en las Oficinas del DMV después de COVID-19

A medida que nuestra región regrese a estar abierta después del inicio de la pandemia de COVID-19, veremos algunos cambios en nuestras colonias y comunidades. Uno de los lugares donde puedes esperar ver cambios es en las oficinas locales del DMV. Donor Alliance trabaja en estrecha colaboración con los DMV de nuestra región (Colorado y […]

May 21, 2020

What to Expect after COVID-19 at DMV Offices

As our region transitions back to an open status after the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic, you will see some changes in your neighborhoods and communities. One of the places where you can expect to see changes is at your local DMV offices. We work closely with our region’s DMVs, so we wanted you to […]

May 15, 2020

¿Hay un límite de edad para la donación de organos y tejidos?

Nuestros voluntarios dicen que algunas de las preguntas más frecuentes que reciben del público son: “¿hay un límite de edad para la donación de órganos y tejidos?” o “¿a los cuántos años soy demasiado viejo para donar?” Entonces, ¿hay un límite de edad para la donación? ¿Puedes ser demasiado viejo para registrarte como donante de […]

May 15, 2020

New Ways to Celebrate: Coloradans and Wyomingites Celebrate National Donate Life Month Virtually

In response to COVID-19, we encouraged the public to celebrate National Donate Life Month virtually this April. National Donate Life Month is an important time to raise awareness for organ, eye and tissue donation and celebrate those who have given the ultimate gift, the gift of life.

May 6, 2020

Trabajadores de la Salud: Honrando a Todos Aquellos que Trabajan para Salvar Vidas

En nuestra línea de trabajo dentro de la industria de la salud, siempre hemos agradecido a los trabajadores de la salud, su pasión y dedicación para ayudar a otros y salvar vidas. Ahora, en estos tiempos difíciles, tenemos aún más respeto y gratitud por el trabajo que hacen todos los días. Gracias Trabajadores de la […]

May 5, 2020

Healthcare Heroes: Honoring all of Those Working to Save Lives

In our line of work within the healthcare industry, we have always been thankful for healthcare workers and their passion and dedication to help others and save lives. Now, amidst these challenging times, we have even more respect and gratitude for what they do every day. They are working tirelessly on the front lines, even […]