South Carolina Transplant Foundation

10/26/2025

UPDATE: It is sad to learn that former NFL star Nick Mangold has passed away due to complications from kidney disease. Please keep him and his family in your thoughts. We unfortunately lose about 150 people a day from kidney disease in the United States.

Chairman Woody Johnson: No. 74, Celebrated Center, Player and Team Ambassador, 'Will Forever Be a Jet'

10/26/2025

We are so proud to support the Southeastern Kidney Transplant Coalition. Our board members represent Prisma Health Transplant, Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), Mid-Carolinas Transplant, Columbia Nephrology, and Carolina Nephrology, PA.

10/25/2025

10/23/2025

We are so excited to be in Charleston, SC, for the 14th Annual Southeastern Kidney Transplant Coalition meeting!

10/15/2025

Former Jets star Nick Mangold recently shared that he’s battling chronic kidney disease and needs a kidney donor. His courage to speak openly about it reminds us that illness can affect anyone — an athlete, a parent, or a friend — no matter how strong they appear.

“I always knew this day would come… Unfortunately, I do not have any family able to donate, so I’m reaching out.” — Nick Mangold

Nick’s story is a call for empathy and awareness. Kidney disease affects millions, yet few understand how life-changing a transplant can be.

Former Jets center Nick Mangold, battling chronic kidney disease since a 2006 diagnosis for a rare genetic disorder, went public Tuesday with his need for a kidney transplant.

10/06/2025

Amazing to see the breakthroughs in Kidney Transplantation!

Recipient diagnosed with brain death received a type-O organ, which is compatible with all blood types.

10/01/2025

October is National Liver Awareness Month!

14,000+ adults & children in the US are waiting for a new liver. Learn more about liver donation and liver transplant at Donate Life America.