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Thousands Rally for Organ Donation in Denver
20 Jul
Summary
- Nearly 5,000 people gathered for the Donor Dash in Denver.
- The event honored organ and tissue donors and recipients.
- One attendee is a patient waiting two years for a kidney transplant.
Washington Park in Denver was the scene for Donor Dash 2026, drawing nearly 5,000 participants. This significant gathering celebrated the life-altering impact of organ and tissue donation, uniting individuals from various walks of life.
The event convened transplant recipients, individuals currently on waiting lists, and families profoundly affected by donation. Steve Rico, who has been awaiting a kidney transplant for two years due to stage four kidney failure and past strokes, attended to champion others.
Steve Rico emphasized his motivation: "It's more of a thing for me to promote someone who is in desperate need today." He expressed hope that when his own need arises, a donor will be available.
Scott Pinkney shared his experience as a liver transplant recipient, having received his organ 14 years ago after a decades-long battle with undiagnosed hepatitis C. He spoke about the importance of honoring anonymous donors.
Pinkney stated, "There's thousands of people who don't know who their donor is, and today we're here to honor those people." He underscored the life-saving and life-improving power of organ and tissue donations.
