HRSA's Health Systems Bureau supports research, program activities, and public education efforts that advance organ, eye, and tissue donation. Explore research reports, program updates, and resources designed to improve awareness and support donors and their families.
Research reports
HRSA funds and conducts research to better understand public attitudes, behaviors, and experiences related to organ, eye, and tissue donation.
HRSA investments in living organ donor support
In August 2025, HRSA announced two new investments to expand outreach, education and financial support for living organ donors, reinforcing its commitment to improving access to organ transplantation and supporting those who choose to give the gift of life through living donation.
The National Living Donor Assistance Center (NLDAC) received funding to continue providing financial assistance to living organ donors through HRSA’s Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program (LODRP). If you’re eligible, you may be able to get help paying for travel, lodging, meals, childcare, and lost wages. Additionally, for the first time, HRSA awarded funding for targeted outreach and public education efforts under the Public Education for Living Organ Donation Reimbursement Program. As part of this new initiative, Health Literacy Media will collaborate with clinical and community-based partners to raise awareness about financial support available to living organ donors through HRSA’s LODRP.
Are you thinking of becoming a living organ donor? Learn more and apply for help at the National Living Donor Assistance Center.