“They could be your Mother or Father, your Brother or Sister, your Husband or Wife. Six ordinary people who owe their lives to an organ donor, talk openly about their experiences, how their lives have been changed and how they’ll never forget their living gift”. Garry McGovern

Life Story from Garry McGovern on Vimeo.

Ireland has one of the highest rates of organ donation per capita in the world. Hopefully, the decline in donations in 2010 is not a trend, and that 2011 will continue to see a rise in organ donation and transplantation, as has been evident in the first months of this year.

To view the yearly transplant statistics please go to our FAQ’s page to read the full article,
kindly supplied by Strange Boat Donor Foundation

If you wish to become an organ donor after your death
you should inform your next-of-kin of your intentions.

Ladies who Lunch with Special Guest Celia Holmen Lee

The buzz around the D4 Berkeley Hotel on Saturday 14th May 2011 was electric.
The reason was it was ‘Ladies Who Lunch Day’ the style was crushing as you
can see on our gallery page.

To find out more about the day and the people who sponsored us please go to
our Ladies who Lunch page.

Our special guest is the renowned stylist and television personality
Celia Holman Lee

She will be giving a “Style Talk” covering lots of tips and revealing her fabulous style secrets including how to dress for different body types. Entertainment on the day also includes a live performance by Sean Dunphy.

With tickets costing just €50, this event is not to be missed and includes a 3 course lunch and spot prizes on the day. The places are limited so book now to avoid disappointment.

You can find out more information on our Ladies who Lunch page or you can contact Margaret McCann on 01 2856809 or email her at margaret@livinggift.ie

I love to paint. It's always meant a lot to me, both before and since surgery.

If you would like to have a conversation with Sandra at our upcoming Cafe Event you can drop us an email or go straight to our Event Booking and leave your details along your chosen participant

Gardening has taught me much over the years, not least patience, even though I'm terribly impatient to see things get better for everyone. Each and every one of us.

If you would like to have a conversation with Sue at our upcoming cafe event
you can drop us an email or go straight to our Event Booking and leave your details along your chosen participant

Since I had surgery it's important to me that I exercise regularly. So, I go to the gym 3 or 4 times a week and cycle in and out of town everyday.

If you would like to have a conversation with Andy at our upcoming cafe event you can drop us an email or go straight to our Event Booking and leave your details along your chosen participant

This photo is of me running. I took it up after surgery and now can do 40min without a bother.

If you would like to have a conversation with Emma at our upcoming cafe event
you can drop us an email or go straight to our Event Booking and leave your details along your chosen participant

I love the beach. The air, the freedom.

If you would like to have a conversation with Deirdre at our upcoming cafe event you can drop us an email or go straight to our Event Booking and leave your details along your chosen participant

'I've always loved cars, just to be able to drive again and bring Ben my dog for a walk. Life is a wonderful gift'

If you would like to have a conversation with Margaret at our upcoming cafe event you can drop us an email or go straight to our Event Booking and leave your details along your chosen participant