National Foundation for Transplants, Inc.

As a board member and the chair, I know firsthand how important this organization and our team are in the transplant community. Through our history we have served to ease the financial burden to those in need of a transplant and to living donors! This organization is a world class one with outstanding leadership and a vision to be even more impactful in the years ahead!!

As a dedicated member of the Board of Directors for National Foundation for Transplants, I am incredibly proud of the organization's unwavering commitment in assisting organ transplant patients. Over the past six years, I have witnessed our remarkable progress in providing essential guidance and support to transplant recipients and their families, promoting organ donation awareness, and advocating for change. Our financial stewardship, impactful programs, and effective engagement have made a real difference. Together, we are making a meaningful impact in the field of organ transplantation, and with your support, we can accomplish even more in the years to come. Thank you for joining us in this important mission.

Working for NFT has been a very rewarding experience. I love being part of a passionate and caring team and knowing that our work helps individuals and families struggling with unexpected and difficult situations.

NFT excels at helping members through financial barriers related to transplant expenses. NFT not only helps remove financial barriers but also provides emotional support and guidance through a member’s fundraising process.

Achieving an attainable standard of health is a fundamental right of every human being; and NFT has and continues to make an incredible impact for the betterment of people’s lives.
It’s a pleasure and a privilege to serve as a Board Director for NFT and work with the exceptional team whose dedication and passion under the leadership of our CEO Jared Wall, is making a difference every day.

Having spent a professional career working with the Life Sciences and Biotech industries, I’ve come to realize the continuing challenges of access to fundamental health care that is both qualitative and importantly affordable across the globe and particularly in the US.

The work of NFT helps raise those barriers and fosters awareness & education for not only patients but also healthcare, research & development institutions, and corporations on the grossly underestimated impact which organ transplants have on individuals and their families.

NFT is well positioned to build deep and enduring relationships with our patient constituencies, establishing critical partnerships with donors, the medical community, transplant centers, and corporations. To lift the weight for a patient on the trials and tribulations of a transplant will always be our focus, however as important is being able to influence the narrative to continue searching for the untapped opportunities that will make a difference for those on the transplant journey.

Our quest to save and transform lives continues.

We welcome you to walk the path with us.

With heartfelt thanks for being a part of our growing community.

Transplants saves thousands of lives each year and NFT has become a pillar to helping with the financial barriers of its member/patients during there journey. The staff of NFT for over 30 years has worked to ease the financial barriers during the process of transplants for each family.

From my very first interaction with the National Foundation for Transplant, I have been consistently impressed and deeply moved by their extraordinary commitment and compassion. This organization stands out not only for its critical mission but also for the kindness and dedication that radiates from every member of its staff.

When you're facing the daunting and often overwhelming journey of transplantation, having a supportive community around you makes an immense difference. The team at the National Foundation for Transplant doesn't just offer resources and guidance; they provide a sense of belonging and a network of support that is invaluable during such a challenging time. Each staff member I interacted with was not only knowledgeable and professional but also genuinely caring and empathetic. Their kindness goes beyond mere courtesy; it's a deep-seated desire to make a real difference in the lives of those they help.

What truly sets this foundation apart is their focus on individual needs. They understand that every person’s story and journey is unique, and they give personalized attention to ensure that these specific needs are met. This individualized approach makes you feel seen and understood, not just as a number, but as a human being with hopes, fears, and dreams.

Moreover, the sense of community they foster is remarkable. In times of uncertainty and anxiety, knowing that there are others who share your experiences and challenges, and who can offer real empathy and support, is both comforting and empowering. The National Foundation for Transplant doesn't just assist with the logistical or financial aspects of transplantation; they work tirelessly to build a community, a family of sorts, where everyone is united by common experiences and mutual support.

NFT is dedicated to helping each of their members through the transplant process by easing worry and providing assistance throughout their journey. Members come to NFT during a time of crisis and concern. Each member of the staff works diligently to ease the worries of those families by guiding them through the available financial support.

I enjoy learning more about the members, and hope I help to fulfill their needs. It is a very traumatic time when someone finds out they need a transplant, NFT's goal is to help make life a little less traumatic and ease some of the worries associated with the transplant process by reducing the financial burden that is encountered along the way.

The staff does everything they can to understand the need of the patient and to work with the medical staff and transplants centers to help meet those needs.

NFT does a wonderful job at keeping the transplant patient at the forefront of all the work that they do! The organization is frequently re-evaluating the services they are providing to break down the financial barriers (and much, much more!) that a patient may be experiencing at any point in their transplant journey.

NFT's dedication to providing a holistic support approach to the patient, their support circles, living donors and financial donors is second to none!

I can't help but gush about the incredible work NFT does and the lives they touch every day.

From the moment I joined the NFT, I was struck by the passion and dedication. Every member of the team shares a common goal: to make a positive impact on the lives of transplant recipients and their support systems.

One of the things that sets NFT apart is the unwavering commitment to helping transplant patients navigate the complex and often overwhelming world of organ transplantation. They provide not just financial assistance but also emotional support, guidance, and a sense of community. Witnessing the relief and hope on the faces of our beneficiaries as we help them access the life-saving transplants they so desperately need is nothing short of magical.

NFT works diligently to ensure that individuals in need of life-saving transplants have access to financial support to assist in covering costs throughout the transplant process. NFT staff care deeply about supporting members/patients and their loved ones so that they can focus on the important work of caretaking and recovery.

I had my life-saving heart transplant 15 yrs ago!! NFT has been with me at my side the entire time. They equipped my family how to successfully fundraise to meet our goal of $35,000 in 2005, as well as helped pay my bills. I do not think I would still be healthy at 15 yrs w/o the support & kindness of NFT. And special gratitude for Patti Reed!

A business owner with more than a full time job, I'm judicious about where I invest precious time and energy, not to mention my reputation. For six years I have served on the board of NFT, for essentially three reasons:

1. The need for organ transplantation in the US is huge. At any given time more than 100,000 Americans are awaiting a lifesaving transplant.
2. Sadly, due to lack of funding and donor organs, both of which are preventable, about twenty of those patients die every day, awaiting transplant. NFT exists for one reason and one reason only, to see to it that, thru effective fund raising and advocacy, more of them get a chance to live, and slowly but surely, we're succeeding.
3. Having worked alongside Team NFT in this mission, I'm convinced that the organization is well led, focused like a laser, and 100% Committed to serving the aforementioned patient interests.

Bill Catlette
Member, Board of Directors, National Foundation for Transplants

It is truly your first stop for a second chance. I wouldn't choose any other organization. The experience from start to finish is beyond reproach. Staff goes above and beyond to understand the needs of the patient in partnership with the expertise of the medical staff. The end goal is to lessen the financial hardships for patience and improving their quality of life. Through thoughtful, compassionate discussions, goals are set based on the patient's needs. This organization has been a life saver.

The NFT has been a God send to us they have been extremely helpful in every way, very gracious people and still continue to do so. Ever since my Husband had his Kidney Transplant 10 years ago they have been a part of our lives and will continue to be for the rest of our lives. Thank you so very much to all of the family and people that helped out and gave donations and bought cookbooks. We love you so very much! Anthony and Angie Bass

Most people probably assume that the role of an organization like NFT is to help people to fund transplant-related expenses. This they do, but they also play an important role in advocacy and outreach. For example, in advocating for their community, they will engage in policy activity. Their social media outreach, however, is extremely strong and they will go to great lengths to educate and inform the community on not just patient stories, but of helpful tips, PSAs, etc. This serves to help members of the transplant public that don't otherwise need NFT's services.

NFT has been awesome through my husbands transplant journey. They helped make the journey more bearable. The staff truly make you feel like you are a priority during the process. Through their help we were able to focus on his health and not the financial burdens associated with the transplant both pre and post. They are always ready to listen & help you move forward. Thank you so much NFT Family!

I've served on the board of NFT since July of 2018, and am consistently impressed by the staff's dedication to helping patients.

Even for patients with good health insurance, there are often significant costs associated with a transplant and recovery that ultimately come out of pocket. Beyond assisting with fundraising, the NFT team invests their time with patients, leveraging their experience to anticipate as many of those costs as possible, tailoring a plan based on patients' individual circumstances.

If I were pressed to summarize the organization's guiding principle in one phrase, it would be 'patients first.' The depth of the relationships NFT builds -lifelong relationships which continue post transplant- is a telling marker of their success. If you're looking for a way to give back or make a difference in someone's life, I highly recommend NFT.

Participated in the 2019 NFT Golf Classic and the experience was amazing. The professionalism and caring by all involved created a great atmosphere. The foundation was an integral part of my late nephew’s life who was a liver transplant recipient.
Fantastic organization.

In May of 2005 my husband was told that he would need a liver transplant We were both in shock and worried about how we would pay the medical bills that our insurance wouldn't cover.
In early 2007 his doctors referred us to the National Foundation for Transplants to help us in raising the much needed money. NFT teamed us up with a case coordinator who came to our first meeting in February 2007, giving us the support, information, ideas, and supplies needed to start fundraising. The support wasn't only for the fundraising, but extended to personal support as well.
Our coordinator had told us that NFT would start covering expenses as soon as we held our first fundraiser. So, we started several fundraisers at the same time the weekend of March 24, 2007. During an event on March 25, 2007 my husband got the call that a liver had been found and was a match. Off to the hospital we went and he received his lifesaving liver transplant.
We were really nervous when the medical bills started coming in, but thanks to the help from NFT, we didn't have to pay any of the copayments or coinsurance out of our pockets. It's now been over 12 years and NFT is still helping us to offset the cost of his doctor visits and medications.

Shortly after I turned 40 I began to have some shortness of breath issues. It increased to the point where my primary care physician referred me to a pulmonary specialist. I was diagnosed with what is considered a rare genetic lung condition that in essence “eats” up healthy lung tissue. I was put on biweekly infusion therapy and several inhalers. This got me by for a few years until ultimately it was decided I would need a double lung transplant to survive. On February 2, 2012 I was blessed with the gift of life from someone who made the selfless decision to be an organ donor. I received a beautiful pair of new lungs. Without the National Foundation for Transplants and their help with fundraising, I never could have had the extra help in paying for my travel expenses, medications, and other related medical expenses. NFT provided the necessary supplies and guidance I needed to put on successful fundraising events. I can’t say enough how helpful they are. Everyone is so friendly and so willing to help. I am blessed to have NFT on my team. I recommend NFT to all those preparing for any kind of transplant. It sure takes some of the worry and stress away to have an organization like NFT to help you.

I've volunteered for NFT for 5+ years. I support this organization because of the wonderful work that they do (being in the healthcare field myself, I see how patients struggle daily with financial worries on top of health issues), but also because of how passionate all the NFT staff are. Every single person I've come in contact with at NFT truly cares about the patients that they serve. It's more than a job for these people.

We were totally devastated when I received the news that my I had AML, Acute Myloid Leukemia. We found ourselves in a near-death experiences, numbed and bewildered. For many months we made poor decisions by going holistic which cost us dearly, because the options given us by the medical community had not given me much hope of recovery. As I continued to become more ill, we did go with the AMA as a last resort. There we discovered our first glimpse of hope upon finding out there was the possibility of a stem cell transplant. However, lack of funds almost caused us to be ineligible for this procedure. This is when we were blessed and fortunate enough to partner with NFT, which came to our side with professional and compassionate assistance by helping us to organize a fundraiser. This met with success and greatly relieved much of our financial burdens. Today I am alive and recovering. Many, many thanks. Words will never do justice to our gratefulness. You will always be in our hearts.

I refer patients to the NFT in the MidSouth region and have always had great results. The team in our area go above and beyond to help our patients get enrolled in a timely manner and are always there to provide support and education as needed. The staff are more than willingly to provide ongoing education to the staff at our facility, as well as to our patients. This program has helped so many of our patient's focus on their recovery vs worrying about the cots associated with an organ transplant. Thank you guys for all you do.

I have been a Board Member for the National Foundation for Transplants (NFT) for over a year now, and was recently named Treasurer.

The organization improves the quality of life for those individuals and their loved ones who are navigating an exceptionally challenging time. I am always amazed at how effectively the NFT achieves its objectives of connecting patients to resources to facilitate a transplant, while also providing tools to alleviate the seemingly insurmountable burden of paying for one. It is a pleasure and an honor to work for an organization with a meaningful purpose.

I plan to be a Board Member and the Treasurer for the NFT for the foreseeable future. I would urge you to begin the journey of learning how you might help a person in need of an organ transplant through use of NFT’s many resources.

My community decided to use NFT as the coordinator for my fundraising campaign, in 2006. NFT guided this group through a vast number of organizational and reporting task, with great compassion and effectiveness. Once the funds were solicited, and received; NFT kept us completely informed of the monies collected, and spent. They worked with us on a monthly basis (or more often, if required), to disperse the money that we were in need of - using clearly specified guidelines. My family and I are grateful for their professionalism and success.

In December 2009 my daughter was diagnosed with Acute Lymphoblastic Leukemia. After seven rounds of chemo therapy, she was not improving and was referred to the City of Hope for a bone marrow transplant. The transplant took and my daughter is now in remission, however the cost of the transplant, pre-transplant chemo and radiation, follow up doctor's visits, and over 35 different medications, along with the previous four hospital stays and chemo treatments was astronomical. NFT assisted us with ways to raise money to pay out of pocket expenses, co-pays, medications not covered by insurance, and transportation and housing. NFT assisted us every step of the way, but supplying a tax free format for donations to be submitted and managed. They also provide hundreds of ideas on campaigns to raise money, and assist with the banners, provide preformatted letters to buisnesses, and private parties, and are their to encourage you along the way. In only five months my team of volunteers has raised over $30,000 to assist my daughter in paying her medical and pharmacy bills.