The Gift of a Lifetime: An Organ Transplant Story with Dave Anderson

Humankindness at Work

In this moving episode of the Humankindness at Work podcast, host Jennifer Clark sits down with her uncle, Dave Anderson, to share his powerful story of survival, gratitude, and second chances. After years of battling complications from diabetes, including the loss of his legs, Dave received a life-saving kidney and pancreas transplant thanks to the generosity of a young organ donor named Jesse. 💚

This inspiring organ donation story reminds us of the profound impact one selfless decision can make—not just on one life, but on many. Dave’s heartfelt reflections on hope, loss, and gratitude will challenge you to live more fully and consider how you, too, can make a lasting difference.

🎧 What you'll hear in this episode:

- Dave’s battle with diabetes and life on dialysis

- The emotional moment he got “the call” for a kidney and pancreas transplant

- The tragic but sacrificial story of his organ donor, Jesse

- How organ donation saves lives and how you can become a donor

- A powerful reminder to treat each day as a gift

🚨 Become an organ donor: It starts with checking a box on your driver’s license—but it’s also about having an honest conversation with your loved ones. Your decision could save up to seven lives. To learn more about becoming an organ donor, visit https://www.organdonor.gov/sign-up

✨ If you're looking for a real, heartfelt example of humankindness at work, this story will stay with you long after listening.

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