In April, Donor Network of Arizona (DNA) held its annual registry challenge, Health Care for Hope. DNA partnered with hospitals and health care organizations throughout the state to encourage Arizonans to register as organ, eye and tissue donors. The results of this year’s challenge were astounding!

DNA surpassed its goal of 4,000 donor registrations and reaffirmations. In total, 4,506 people registered or reaffirmed their commitment to donation during Health Care for Hope. If one donor can save up to eight lives and improve the lives of more than 50 people, it is difficult to imagine the scope of this generosity. The ripple of hope will touch countless Arizonans for years to come.

On Monday, June 13, DNA recognized its hospital and health care partners at the Health Care for Hope 2016 Awards Breakfast. Among many esteemed award recipients, Banner – University Medical Center Phoenix won the most overall registrations, Walgreens won the most registrations for a health care organization, and Mercy Gilbert Medical Center won the Best Cookie award.

Every participant made an incredible contribution to the challenge. Participants’ efforts give hope to more than 2,300 Arizonans awaiting a lifesaving organ transplant. DNA looks forward to continuing these partnerships in 2017!