LifeShare Carolinas

04/22/2026

Walker wasn’t with his family for long, but he left them with plenty of memories. He had a special bond with his big sister, Skylar, and she loved to play with him. The family spent a lot of time outside, enjoying Walker’s happy, joyful demeanor and his adorable smile.

Walker’s parents made the decision to donate his organs to help others in need. His heart and liver saved the lives of 2 other babies.

04/21/2026

Mission Health honored by hearing from the mother of an organ, eye, and tissue donor. Stephanie shared how her son, Thomas, was able to become a hero just like he always wanted. Thomas changed the lives of nearly 400 people as an organ, eye, and tissue donor hero.

Just like Stephanie, we're incredibly grateful for advocates like the teammates at Mission Hospital.

04/20/2026

Baylan will always be remembered for her outgoing, charismatic personality. Her family says she loved to shop, making sure she was stylish and always the best dressed. She loved having her nails and lashes done and trying new hair colors and styles.

She also loved listening to music and dancing. Baylan was also very close with her bunny, Lafayette Muffy. She also loved spending time with her favorite people, Grandpa and Grammy, and with God.

04/19/2026

Maxine was the life of the party, according to her granddaughter. She wanted the best for everyone, no matter what. Maxine loved listening to music, going to concerts, and dressing up. She loved watching reality shows and spending time with her beloved chihuahua.

Maxine gave 2 people the gift of sight through the donation of her corneas. If you want us to highlight your donor hero, you can nominate them at LifeShareCarolinas.org/Tributes.

04/17/2026

What a gorgeous, windy day for a flag raising 🌤️ It’s been 18 years since his heart transplant and Tom, a former LifeShare teammate, is still sharing his story 💙💚

Teammates at Atrium Health Pineville heard how organ donation saved his life at their celebration where they raised the LifeShare and Donate Life flag as a visible sign of their support for donation.

Thank you to Atrium Health Pineville for their passion for organ, eye, and tissue donation! They are a valuable partner in our mission of giving hope, life, and healing.

04/16/2026

In just 3 months, Ella left a lasting impact on her family. She loved being worn in her carrier by mom or dad and loved interacting with her big brother. Ella enjoyed bath time and spending time in her bouncer chair with her favorite stuffy, a deer named Diedre.

Her donated heart valves saved the lives of 2 others.

04/15/2026

It's always inspiring to see and hear from someone who was given a second chance through organ donation. Nicole, a double-lung recipient, shared the story of her transplant and her gratitude for healthcare workers at Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center 🫁🏥

We're so grateful for our partners at Novant Presbyterian and their support of organ, eye, and tissue donation 💚💙

04/14/2026

Over the next 2 weeks we will be honoring some of our youngest heroes, who gave the gifts of organ, eye, and tissue donation. These young heroes will also be honored with a brick dedicated in their honor at Our Children’s Memorial Walkway. We begin our tributes with Willow.

Willow left quite an impact during her 2 years. Her mother describes her as a vibrant and beautiful little girl who loved being held. She loved being outside and hearing windchimes. She also loved Disney’s Encanto and playing with her spin toys.

Willow’s donated organs saved the lives of 2 others.

04/13/2026

Craig knew how to make people laugh. His life partner, Mary Ellen, said he was devoted and fiercely loyal to his loved ones. She also shared how smart he was and that he was a proud small business owner.

Craig didn’t let his blindness “cramp his style,” according to Mary Ellen. He loved Star Trek, history, going to the shooting range, and all kinds of music.

Craig saved 3 lives through organ donation. He will also heal 6 people through his donated tissue. If you want us to highlight your donor hero, you can nominate them at LifeShareCarolinas.org/Tributes.

04/10/2026

We were happy to return for our second annual flag raising at Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist! Teammates heard from Melissa, who is the mother to Ryder, an organ and eye donor. She talked her son's personality and how he would be so happy to know he saved and healed many lives 💚💙

We’re incredibly grateful for Atrium Health Wake Forest Baptist Medical Center and the incredible work we’ve been able to do together in organ, eye, and tissue donation!

04/10/2026

Are you in your lifesaving era? Why not snag a shirt that says so!?

The LifeShare Carolinas Online Pop-Up store is your chance to financially support the work we do by buying one of our most popular t-shirt designs or a LifeShare water bottle. All proceeds go to the LifeShare Carolinas Fund.

Check out the link below to shop and read how your purchase will help support our mission of giving hope, life, and healing!

A small donation can make a big impact for the family of a donor. See how your gift can help support our mission of giving hope, life, and healing.