103,000+ children & adults in the US
are waiting for an organ transplant!

Help the Chris Klug Foundation save lives!

Register As An Organ, Eye, And Tissue Donor

CKF’s MISSION:

Educate individuals to register as organ, eye, and tissue donors,
and inspire those in the transplant community to live their best lives.

CKF’s VISION:

Eliminate the wait for transplantation.

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Inspiration

CKF seeks to inspire people to learn more about organ, eye, & tissue donation to register as organ donors, & to offer inspiration & hope to transplant recipients & those on the transplant waitlist.

Education

CKF educates people across the US through our free online curricula & awareness events, equipping individuals with organ, eye, & tissue donation facts so they can make informed decisions about registering as organ donors.

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Registration

CKF strives to increase the number of registered donors, & has the capacity to quickly register people to the national donor database with our online platform.

CKF is proud to say in 2025,

1,336,537

individuals were reached.

Save lives as an organ, eye & tissue donor.

Register Today

Save lives as a monetary donor to CKF.

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Highlighted Opportunities

Annual Appeal

The Chris Klug Foundation inspires and educates people to save lives through organ donation awareness, sharing the powerful story of Olympic snowboarder and organ transplant recipient, Chris Klug, to show what’s possible when someone says “yes” to donation.

Our Annual Appeal is essential to sustaining the education, outreach, and community programs that help more individuals and families understand the impact of registering as an organ donor. With your support, we can expand our reach, spark meaningful conversations, and empower more people to make informed, life-giving decisions.

Every gift—no matter the size—helps turn hope into action, and honors the donors and families who make second chances possible. Please consider making a donation today to help us continue this vital work and save more lives.

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Congratulations CKF Unbound Riders!

We had 8 riders show up to the starting line in Emporia, Kansas on May 30, and 7 riders cross the finish line!

It was a rainy, windy, muddy mess out there, and we are so impressed by their mental fortitude and physical stamina to keep pedaling forward!

We want to congratulate and thank each rider for raising awareness and funds for CKF and our lifesaving mission. Our team fundraisers are vital to the success of our organization, and help us reach more individuals each year.

Curious about Unbound Gravel 2027? It’s never too early to join our interest list!

Learn More Here

CKF Community Calendar

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Know the Facts…

  • A line of nine red human icons standing in a diagonal line, facing forward, on a white background.

    103,000+

    People are currently waiting on the transplant waitlist

  • Red check mark inside a circle.

    44%

    People are registered organ donors nationwide

  • Red firework explosion with streaks radiating outward against a white background.

    49,064

    People received a life-saving organ transplant in 2025

  • Illustration of a life preserver with red and white sections and four black loops.

    8

    Lives can be saved by one organ donor

  • Red silhouette of two people giving a high five with their hands joined.

    75

    Lives can be changed by one tissue donor

  • A red skull with crossbones made of bones.

    13

    People die every day waiting for a transplant

What is CKF up to?

View fullsize June is full of ways to get involved with CKF and the Transplant Community, and the Transplant Games !!! 👏 Check out our lineup for upcoming blood drives, community events, and ways to get involved — there are so many opportunities to make an
View fullsize Good luck to all our Unbound CKF riders taking on the 100 & 200 mile today! It's looking a little wetter today hopefully they are going to speedy to notice! 🍀🍀
View fullsize 💌 To Our Donor Families As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the families of donors, who have honored their loved one’s decision to become a donor in their passing 🫂 Your loved one
View fullsize 🎉Jessi & Anna are in Kansas this week supporting our 2026 @unboundgravel athletes and educating expo attendees about the importance of registering as an organ, eye & tissue donor! 🎉
View fullsize 💌 To Our Nonprofit Professionals As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we want to take a moment to acknowledge the nonprofit professionals who dedicate their time, energy, and passion to supporting the transplant community 💚 Fro
View fullsize Join the Run in New Liver, New York! 🏃🏻 Come walk, run, and celebrate the gift of donation in Manhattan, tip to tip, 50k. This event is hosted by Ian Pauley in honor of his 9th Liveraversary. Proceeds go to CKF! 🗓️June 13th ⏰ 8:00 am 📍Inwood
View fullsize 💌 To Our Medical Professionals As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we want to acknowledge the medical professionals who dedicate their time and skills to the transplant field 🩺🧠 Medical professionals give their expert care t
View fullsize 🎉Huge congratulations to our three lovely ladies who conquered the 2026 Cape Town Marathon! 🏃‍♀️🏃🏻‍♀️🏃🏼‍♀️ 🙏We want to thank everyone who donated to CKF in support of their fundraising and organ, eye, and tissue donation awareness
View fullsize Good luck to Jessi, Teagan & Maria as they take on the Cape Town Marathon tomorrow! 🏃‍♀️🌍💚 Thank you for racing to raise awareness for eye, organ, and tissue donation and helping inspire others through every mile. Your CKF family is cheer
View fullsize 💌 To Our Living Donors As we recognize Mental Health Awareness Month this May, we want to acknowledge the emotional side of the living donor journey. 💚🧠 Living donors give an incredible gift through their selflessness, compassion, and courage.
View fullsize For Every $1 Donated, CKF reaches 2 Individuals Nationwide! At CKF, your donation goes to educating individuals about donation, inspiring those in the community, and finally, registering individuals as donors. Your donation goes towards our on-the
View fullsize Hey Caregiver! 💚💪 May is Mental Health Awareness Month!! 🧠 Caregivers are often the quiet strength behind every transplant journey. From appointments and medications to emotional support, caregiving can carry both deep love and emotional weight.

Check out the CKF Store for fun organ donation swag!

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Check out the CKF Store for fun organ donation swag! ***