Save A Life Through Kidney Donation
I Need a Living Kidney Donor and You could save my life—or help me find the person who can.
Thanks so much for visiting my site.
My name is Lara. I’m living with a rare kidney disease called FSGS (Focal segmental glomerulosclerosis) and I only have approximately 15 % total kidney function left. I was born with a condition that caused my FSGS and I urgently need a living kidney transplant.
The Urgent Need for Kidney Donation
Without a transplant I’ll need to go on dialysis soon. While dialysis keeps people alive, it comes with serious risks and a much shorter life expectancy. Many people don’t survive dialysis long enough to receive a kidney transplant.
I’ve been incredibly lucky. I was accepted by UCLA for a transplant and have had several friends and family step forward to be tested. Sadly, none have been approved for a variety of reasons. I’m also on the deceased-donor list, but the wait in Southern California where I live can be up to 10 years, and many people don’t make it that long.
That’s why I’m asking for help.
“The most important thing to keep in mind is you shouldn’t rule yourself out from being a donor if it’s something you’re interested in,” said Dr. George.
“Don’t hesitate to submit an application to your transplant center because they’re going to do all the workup that’s necessary to make sure that you’re healthy and that you are not going to have any issues after you donate a kidney. Let us do all of the workup to make sure that everything looks good.” .
from AMA: “What doctors wish patients knew about becoming a living kidney donor Apr 2025“
The Need
More than 90,000 to 100,000 people are on the waiting list for a kidney transplant in the U.S., and there were only 6,521 living kidney donor transplants performed in 2025.
Twenty-five people die every day waiting for a transplant.
The Donation Process
For a first hand account check out actor Jessie Eisenberg talking about donating his kidney.
Click here to see a resource list of articles about Donation
Impact on Recipients
A living kidney transplant wouldn’t just save my life. It would give me my life back.
It would restore my energy, strengthen my immune system, and allow me to travel, volunteer, and spend meaningful time with friends, family, things that are more and more impossible as my body fills with toxins
Raising Awareness
You don’t have to donate to help
- Share this page
- Talk to someone who might be open to donation
- Sign the END KIDNEY DEATHS ACT petition click here
The Living Kidney Donation Journey
This section answers common questions to help potential donors find the information they need quickly and easily.
Who can be a living kidney donor?
Most healthy adults can be considered as living kidney donors after thorough medical evaluation.
What does the recovery process look like?
Recovery varies, but most donors return to normal daily activities within a few weeks.
How does donating a kidney affect health?
Donors live long, healthy lives with one fully functioning kidney.
Are there any financial costs for donating?
Medical costs related to the evaluation and surgery are typically covered by the recipient’s insurance.
How do I start the evaluation process?
You can begin by contacting a transplant center directly to complete a confidential health questionnaire.
Can I choose who receives my kidney?
Yes, you can direct your donation to a specific person or choose to donate anonymously.
About Me
I’m just a hard-working gal born on Andrews Air Force Base in Maryland who loves to travel, volunteer, spend time with friends and family, and care for my rescued cats. I live in Los Angeles near the beach. I love to go for bike rides along the ocean, and look forward to having the energy to do it more often.
I’ve worked as an executive and personal assistant most of my life. My favorite positions have been in entertainment with talented and interesting people like Dennis Hopper or artist Jim Hodges. My favorite volunteer activities have been rescuing street cats, building a small home for an elderly women in Haiti with the Be Like Brit Foundation and working to save the Elizabeth Street Garden in New York City. I look forward to continuing my lifelong commitement to volunteer work once I have my energy back.
