• MULTIETHNIC OUTREACH

Multiethnic individuals are more likely to need an organ transplant yet less likely to sign up as organ donors. At LifeQuest, we are dedicated to eliminating barriers to communication within multiethnic communities through education and activities that dispel common misconceptions and by meeting communities of color where they are – not where we want them to be.

Multiethnic Action Committee

Our Multiethnic Action Committee (MAC), made up of Ambassadors, community leaders, donor family members, recipients and staff, reflects the uniqueness of the communities we serve. Members act as advisors to help promote cultural understanding, communication and increase donor registrations. We meet monthly to explore donation trends and campaign ideas.

Dr. Catherine Barnes
2023-24 MAC Chair

Dr. Darice E. Mitchell
2022-23 MAC Chair

Dr. Anita Choice
MAC Member

Pastor Kenyarda Feathers
MAC Member

Dr. Shelia Grimes
MAC Member

Sumi Kiran
MAC Member

Naishanda Larramore
MAC Member

Danny Martin
MAC Member

Maysheri Steward
MAC Member

Clay Clement
LifeQuest Staff

Kim Gilmore
LifeQuest Staff

Betty Morales
LifeQuest Staff

Jessica Scheidler
LifeQuest Staff

Tammy Ward
LifeQuest Staff

National Multiethnic Donor Awareness Month

Each August, National Multiethnic Donor Awareness Month (NMDAM) underscores the need for more organ, eye and tissue donors within multiethnic communities. It is a time to honor Black and brown donor heroes, promote healthy living and disease prevention to reduce the need for transplantation, and provide donation education in communities where cultural barriers and misconceptions are more prevalent.

 View photos from our multiethnic events

View our 2024 National Multiethnic Donor Awareness Month Handbook

Learn more about National Multiethnic Donor Awareness Month (NMDAM)

Faith Outreach

Many major religions in the United States support organ donation as an act of charity, fraternal love and selflessness. We work with faith leaders and places of worship to include organ donation in sermons. We give presentations that educate congregations about the need for more donors and encourage discussions about religious beliefs affecting the donation process.

 View photos from our faith outreach events

Learn more about organ donation and religion