Texas Organ Sharing Alliance

11/21/2025

November is Eye Donation Month! Let's raise awareness about cornea donation and transplantation, to honor the gift of sight given by donors and their families, and to celebrate cornea transplant recipients who are now able to live their lives to the fullest. Join us in spreading the word and helping to give the gift of sight! 💙💚

11/18/2025

Grateful to be invited by NEISD to their Glow Resource Fair with Special Olympics! We had so much fun engaging with families and educating the community on the power of organ donation.

11/17/2025

In 2010, Victor noticed unusual swelling in his feet. He soon learned that his kidneys had never fully developed. He was placed on dialysis and later added to the transplant waiting list.

Three years later, Victor received the call: a kidney was available. The transplant was a success, and from that moment, he made it his mission to help others navigate their transplant journeys.
Today, Victor continues to be a passionate advocate, using his experience to support and uplift those still waiting for their second chance at life.

“I am so lucky to be alive and to be given this second chance at life,” he said. “I’m grateful to the person who donated.”

11/14/2025

Join us in congratulating TOSA President and CEO Joe Nespral for receiving a San Antonio Business Journal Impact Award.
The award recognizes those who have made a significant impact and are outstanding leaders in the San Antonio Community. Congrats Joe!

11/12/2025

Thank you to our donor families for joining us at our first Ofrendas Y Recuerdos event in celebration of Día de los Mu***os.
It was an honor to come together to remember your loved ones and their legacies as life-saving organ donors.
We especially would like to thank Mariachi Estrellas de Oro of San Antonio Burbank High School for serenading our families.

11/11/2025

A devoted father, U.S. Marine, and police officer, Peter tragically passed away in October 2023. Peter not only protected and served his community during his life but also gave the ultimate gift after his passing as a registered donor. Peter's mother, Denise, said this of her son, “Peter spent his entire life loving people before himself. A week before he passed, he asked me if I was registered as an organ and tissue donor. When I said yes, he told me he was too. That’s who he was – always thinking of others. Knowing that he helped many people through his tissue donations is a calming reminder of his generosity and spirit.” Peter showed a passion for helping others from a young age. While in high school, he earned an EMT certification and volunteered with the local rescue squad. After high school, Peter enlisted in the United States Marine Corps, serving in Hawai'i for 4 years. Peter’s dedication, discipline, and compassion defined his service. After receiving an honorable discharge as a Lance Corporal, Peter returned to his hometown in New Jersey and joined the police force.

This Veterans Day, join us in honoring those who dedicated their lives to helping others and whose legacies live on through their decision to be organ, eye and tissue donors. 💙💚 Register your decision to be a donor at RegisterMe.org. Thank you to NJ Sharing Network for this story!

11/10/2025

The Lone Star Circle of Life Bike Tour rode in to an amazing welcome from San Angelo's own Lakeview High School! Students came together to celebrate and learn about organ, eye, tissue and blood donation in a truly moving assembly that included the marching band, orchestra, mariachi, cheer and many others!

Go chiefs, go maidens, and go organ donation!

11/07/2025

DONATE LIFE TEXAS honored Texas Department of Public Safety with a ceremony and flag raising earlier this week.
As a majority of registrations come from checking the box at the DPS, they are truly essential in our efforts to save lives.

Among the honorees was TOSA Communication Coordinator, Emily Marazzo, who received the Donation Advocacy Award for 2025!
A thank you to TOSA volunteer and Donor dad, Alex M. for joining us at this event.

11/06/2025

To keep his memory alive, the family decided to donate Justin's organs.
They have now gotten letters from organ recipients telling them about the impact Justin made in their lives.
“He helped give life, even though his was taken,” Rodriguez said.

Pictures hanging on the walls paint the picture of a life cut short and big dreams shattered for an Alamo family. Sandra Rodriguez’s 14-year-old son, Justin, died on Jan. 22 following a hit-and-run crash. “God that was my kid, that was my kid,” Rodriguez said. “He was adamant he was gonna do...

11/05/2025

A heartfelt thank you to everyone who visited our table to learn about organ donation at the American Foundation for Su***de Prevention - South Texas Chapter walk.
A special shoutout to our amazing volunteers for their dedication and support!

11/04/2025

It is with great sadness that we share the passing of Larry A. Eisenberg, Chairman of the TOSA Governing Board, on Saturday, November 1, 2025.

As an organ recipient himself, Larry was a steadfast advocate for the mission of organ donation. His leadership and vision guided TOSA through times of growth and innovation. Larry joined the TOSA Governing Board in January 2015 and became Chairman in October 2023. During his tenure, he was instrumental in many projects and initiatives, but two that had the greatest and most lasting impact were the planning, financing, and building of TOSA’s permanent headquarters, and negotiating the partnership with Southwest Transplant Alliance (STA) that will bring both organizations together under the Gift of Life Alliance (GOLA) umbrella.

Beyond his service to TOSA, Larry was prolific in the investment, corporate management, and real estate arenas. He was also extremely active in the not-for-profit and philanthropic sectors, where his passion for service and community was evident in every endeavor he undertook.

Those who knew Larry will remember his integrity, generosity, and care for others. His dedication to saving and healing lives through organ donation leaves an enduring legacy within our organization and the communities we serve.

We extend our deepest condolences to Larry’s family and loved ones.