Stories of Hope
Allison
When Allison Vogel’s son Tanner received his driver’s permit, he made a simple decision that would go on to change countless lives. He registered as an organ, eye and tissue donor. Tanner’s choice became his lasting legacy, bringing hope and healing to more than 120 people. Tanner was a lifelong baseball fan with an unshakable love for the Colorado Rockies, a passion that began with a plastic bat at age two and grew through years of Little League, college ball, and coaching. His joy for life, kindness, and generosity continue to shine through those he helped.
For Allison, sharing Tanner’s story and meeting one of his kidney recipients has brought comfort and connection through her grief. “It’s helped with the grief,” Allison shared. “To see the lives Tanner touched, to know he’s a hero to so many, it means everything.”
In May of 2025, Allison took the pitcher’s mound at Coors Field to honor her son, a tribute to Tanner’s love of baseball and the legacy of hope he left behind. “I know he would be proud of me,” Allison reflected.
More Stories
Krystal and Tom
When Krystal and Tom lost their 5-year-old daughter, Aurora, in 2024, their world changed forever. Krystal describes Aurora as ‘joy-personified’. She was always singing, dancing, and finding a way to make the people around her feel loved. Even in her final moments, Aurora’s love and generosity lived on, carrying forward through organ donation. “When she left, it […]
Amy
Eleven years ago, Amy was balancing life as a busy mom of three when she got news that would change everything: a breast cancer diagnosis. After a bilateral mastectomy, she had reconstructive surgery that used donated tissue, a gift that played a big part in her recovery. As a longtime nurse, Amy shared she had […]
Bryan
In December 2021, Bryan’s life was put on hold when he was diagnosed with chronic liver disease. After 12 surgeries and two challenging years, he received a liver transplant in December 2023, a true gift of life. Since his transplant, Bryan has poured himself into recovery, putting in over 1,000 miles of walking to rebuild […]