103,000+ children and adults are waiting for an organ transplant!
Help the Chris Klug Foundation save lives!
CKF’s MISSION:
Educate individuals to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors,
and inspire those in the transplant community to live their best lives.
CKF’s VISION:
Eliminate the wait for transplantation.
Inspiration -
CKF seeks to inspire people to learn more about organ, eye, & tissue donation in order to register as organ donors, & gives inspiration & hope to transplant recipients & those on the transplant waitlist.
Education -
CKF educates people across the US through our free online curricula & awareness events, equipping individuals with organ, eye, & tissue donation facts so they can make informed decisions about registering as organ donors.
Registration -
CKF strives to increase the number of registered donors, & has the capacity to quickly register people to the national donor database with our online platform.
CKF is proud to say in 2024,
1,126,739
Individuals were reached.
Know your Facts…
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103,000+
People are currently waiting on the transplant waitlist
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48%
People are registered organ donors nationwide
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48,149
People received an organ transplant in 2024
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8
Lives can be saved by one organ donor
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75
Lives can be changed by one tissue donor
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17
People die every day waiting for a transplant
Highlighted Events
20th Annual Summit for Life
S4L is a nighttime uphill race up Aspen Mountain, and our biggest awareness and fundraising event of the year. Hundreds of racers skin, snowshoe, run, or hike the 3,267 feet from Gondola Plaza to the Sundeck. The after party includes dinner by The Little Nell, live music, and the awards ceremony. Afterwards, ride the Silver Queen gondola back down, enjoying breathtaking views.
For those who wish to skip the uphill race portion, we also offer Ride for Life on the gondola! Take advantage of early bird pricing and register before November 21!
Back to School Campaign
Participate in CKF’s Back to School Campaign, and help educate students about the importance of registering as organ, eye, and tissue donors. This year’s kits are sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton Aspen Highlands and include access to our free curriculum, school supplies, games, activities, and more. The aim is to bring learning to life and ensure young people are educated and informed before they reach the DMV!
There are options for all ages, from Elementary through High school, with age-appropriate content. Hit the link below to learn more and place an order.
CKF Community Calendar
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If you have an event in your community that raises awareness that you would like to share on the CKF Community Calendar, please complete the form below.
(Please note only appropriate events will be listed our staff will review every submission)
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