Sprouts Own Carlos Holguin is a Living Hero and Organ Donor!
Each year, National Donate Life Month helps raise awareness about donation, encourage Americans to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors, and to honor those that have saved lives through the gift of donation.
Sprouts Produce Clerk, Carlos Holguin, Store #623 in Riverview, FL knows about the generosity of giving a person a second chance at life. Carlos became a living donor to a man he did not even know, and that truly exemplifies our values at Sprouts! Read Carlos’ story here.
Did you Know?
- You can save up to 8 lives through organ donation, restore sight to 2 people through cornea donation, and heal more than 75 people through tissue donation.
- More than 100,000 people are waiting for a lifesaving transplant. Transplants rely on the generosity of organ, eye, and tissue donors, and there are not enough donors to meet the need.
- Unfortunately, many people don’t register to be a donor. By registering now, you can help relieve the burden on your loved ones in the event of your sudden death, eliminating the need for them to make the decision of donation during a time of grief or shock.
- Have you considered becoming a donor? There are many misconceptions about organ donation, and there are many things to know. Visit Donate Life for frequently asked questions and answers about becoming a donor.
- Register to be an organ, eye, and tissue donor.