HonorBridge
HonorBridge is a federally designated nonprofit organization that manages the organ donation process for 7.5 million people in North Carolina and Virginia, saving 912 lives in 2023.
HonorBridge Services
HonorBridge manages the organ and tissue donation process for a wide geographical area, serving 7.5 million people across 78 counties in North Carolina and Virginia. The organization partners with over 100 hospitals and four transplant centers to ensure that organs and tissues are delivered to patients in need. In addition to coordinating donations, HonorBridge provides care, support, and connections for the families of donor heroes, facilitating a compassionate process amidst challenging times. HonorBridge's state-of-the-art Donor Care Center in Chapel Hill, NC, features facilities to support the recovery and preservation of donated organs and tissues.
Largest Organ Procurement Organization in North Carolina
HonorBridge holds the distinction of being the largest organ procurement organization (OPO) in North Carolina. Serving 77 counties in NC and Pittsylvania County, Virginia, HonorBridge collaborates with local hospitals and transplant centers to manage the donation and transplant process. In 2023, HonorBridge reported a record year in terms of impact, achieving 912 lives saved through organ donation. Additionally, their efforts saw a 30% increase in organs for research, with 388 heroes donating organs and 1,067 donating tissue.
HonorBridge Partnerships and Collaborations
To enhance its mission, HonorBridge collaborates with various hospitals, transplant centers, and community organizations. The organization works with over 100 hospitals and four specialized transplant centers that perform heart, lung, liver, kidney, pancreas, and intestine transplants. Beyond local partnerships, HonorBridge also engages with the United Network of Organ Sharing (UNOS) and tissue processors nationwide to broaden its impact. Local businesses and workplaces contribute to HonorBridge’s mission by supporting donor registration drives and promoting awareness about organ donation.
Certification and Regulation of HonorBridge
HonorBridge is committed to maintaining transparency and adhering to the highest standards of financial and operational accountability. The organization is certified by the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) and is regulated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). To ensure compliance and trustworthiness, HonorBridge undergoes annual audits. This certification and regulation help guarantee that the processes and operations conducted by HonorBridge meet stringent federal standards.
HonorBridge Community Engagement
HonorBridge offers numerous opportunities for the community to support its mission. Individuals can contribute through financial donations, volunteer work, and forming workplace partnerships. The organization has been recognized as a North Carolina Best Employer by Business North Carolina for three consecutive years (2021, 2022, and 2023). Community engagement extends to spreading awareness about organ donation and supporting donor registration drives, facilitated through collaborations with local businesses and employers.