LOPA - Louisiana Organ Procurement Agency

08/15/2025

Yesterday, we welcomed Northshore elected officials to our main office for a Legislative Luncheon. It was a meaningful opportunity to share who we are, what we do, and the intricacies of through organ, tissue, and eye donation.

We’re grateful for their time, support, and desire to better understand the lifesaving impact of donation in Louisiana.

08/13/2025

For Cheryl, donation is deeply personal. From her brother to her late husband, the Gift of Life has shaped her family’s story and inspired her life’s work. Now, 23 years into her career with us, she continues to be a powerful voice for donation education, especially in African American communities where representation and awareness have a lasting impact.

08/11/2025

08/07/2025

“Purpose, this could be my son’s purpose. Donating his organs meant that he’s living on.” — Lisa Tillery, Donor Mom

08/06/2025

These aren’t just numbers. They’re our families, our neighbors, our people.

70% of Louisianans waiting on a Kidney are from multicultural communities, with the majority being from our Black community.

When you register as an organ, tissue, and eye donor, you’re not just saving a life. You’re saving a life that matters to OUR community. Register today at lopa.org/register

08/05/2025

We were proud to sponsor and be part of "The Big Health Event" in Shreveport this past weekend! Every conversation had and connection made helps us continue building a culture that supports organ, tissue, and eye donation.

A big thank you to the Urban League of Louisiana and Ochsner LSU Health Shreveport for hosting such an impactful event and joining us on the main stage to talk about how we're

08/01/2025

Join us this August as we celebrate National Multiethnic Donor Awareness Month (NMDAM). What started as a weeklong effort in 1996 has grown into a month-long movement focused on raising awareness in multicultural communities.

This year’s theme, “One Voice, One Vision to Save & Heal Lives,” reminds us of the power of unity and the impact we can make when we come together to support organ, tissue, and eye donation in our communities.

07/31/2025

We recently shared an image of our Donor Medallions, and reviewing all the comments from donor family members brings so much joy to our work. THIS is what Making Life Happen is all about. One selfless act, like choosing to be a donor, creates endless ripples that continue on and on. Thank you for sharing, straight from the heart, how you are honoring your heroes’ gifts of life!

07/29/2025

This month, our Community Educators and volunteers were during blanket making, presentations, community events and much more! Interested in having LOPA at your next event? Visit lopa.org/speaker to request someone from your region.

07/25/2025

We have a “hole lotta love” for our incredible administrative team who all keep things running smoothly at LOPA! Today we celebrated their dedication and hard work with a well-deserved outing.

07/21/2025

07/17/2025

In honor of , drop an emoji(s) in the comments to describe your connection to organ, eye and tissue donation! Answer with all that apply to you! Register your decision to be an organ, tissue and eye donor at lopa.org/register, then you can add this one🏆.