Donor Dudes

Host your own event today!

Donor Dudes is a national community outreach program sponsored by the
Chris Klug Foundation (CKF), to help educate and raise awareness about the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation.

While originally aimed at high school and college students, we invite all community members to host awareness events!

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Featured Campaigns

Featured Campaigns

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Join this year’s Back to School Campaign sponsored by The Ritz-Carlton Aspen Highlands. We will be sending kits packed with school supplies, educational materials, games, and more to help teachers across the country educate their students about organ, eye, and tissue donation. In 2024 over 500 students took part in our Back to School Campaign, this year we hope to smash that record with your help!

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Thank you to our Back to School sponsors:

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This summer CKF will be helping Girl Scout Troops nationwide achieve their organ, eye, and tissue donor awareness patches. Troops can order a free kit that includes educational materials, activities, and games as well as their patches for when they complete the tasks. Fill out your information to place an order!

Click here for the Scout & Save Flyer
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Thank you to our Scout & Save sponsors:

What is a Donor Dude?

Our Goal

With Donor Dudes, we aim to inspire and
educate high school and college students, as well as all community members, about
the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation.

Through our Donor Dudes program,
CKF hopes to educate people across the US,
and make a difference in the lives of those touched by
donation and transplantation.

CKF’s mission is to advocate for organ, eye,
and tissue donation and inspire
those touched by transplantation.

Your Role

As a Donor Dude, you will receive all the educational
information and swag you need to host your own event.

Our Toolkits are online educational training, equipped with
fun interactive quizzes and animations. You can take the online courses and present the information you would like to educate your peers about organ, eye, and tissue donation. Help debunk myths about donation!

This volunteer opportunity is a perfect addition to your resume,
a great way to meet new people, and a wonderful chance to help save the lives of people across the nation.

What Events Can I Host?

We have multiple event options for you to choose from. We have four event-in-a-box options for you below. These pre-made events are ready to go! We also will work with you to host and plan your own unique organ donation event. Simply reach out and let us know your idea and we will work with you to devise a plan.

  • Two men standing behind a table at an outdoor event booth for the Chris Klug Foundation. The booth is set up under a black canopy tent with the foundation's logo and slogan, 'LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE.' One man is wearing a white t-shirt and sunglasses, holding a yellow toy figure, and the other is wearing a light blue t-shirt and white sunglasses, waving. The table has promotional items, and there is a spinning prize wheel and various colorful items on display. A stand nearby features a poster with a group of cyclists and the foundation's hashtag, #livelifegivelife.

    Informational Booth

    Host an informational booth in your school, workplace or community we will provide you with a ready to go booth with all of the information and equipment you may need.

  • Basketball game in gymnasium with players from opposing teams and spectators in the background and a banner reading 'Welcome to the Big House'

    Sports Game

    Host a sports game or training with your team to promote the message. We will provide you with green socks and laces for the teams to wear. You will also receive swag and educational materials to hand out to fans, a script for announcers to use and we are happy to work with you on other ideas to incorporate.

  • Two elderly people sitting at a table, smiling. The woman is holding up a card with orange circles, and the man is wearing a Black and yellow sports jersey. There is a glass with a light-colored drink and a colorful bottle on the table, with windows and a bright interior in the background.

    Game Night

    Our Game night boxes are a series of organ, eye, and tissue donation games that will help attendees learn more about organ donation. It is the perfect activity for friends or an after-school club looking for fun ways to learn more about the decision.

  • Magnifying glass with a black handle and silver rim on a blue surface.

    Scavenger Hunt

    Lastly, our school scavenger hunt is a good way to get the school up and moving, as well as learn about the importance of becoming an organ donor. You will receive 20 questions and 20 clues to lay at each location. The participants will have to answer an organ donation question to receive their next clue. We will include prizes for the winners and runners-up as well as more fun items.

Host My Own Event

Know Your Facts -

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96% vs 48%

95% of Americans agree with organ donation but only 48% register as donors.

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3 in 1,000

Only 3 in 1,000 donors die in a way that allows for organ transplantation.

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85%

85% of people in America can donate tissue after death.

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6,000

Over 6,000 adults and children die a year waiting for a transplant.

Want to Do Even More?

Our Donor Dudes program allows individuals to host their own awareness events with the support of CKF at no cost to them. This is a great way to get involved and help promote the cause. However, we understand that some individuals like to go above and beyond, and this is why we have added the option to raise awareness and funds for CKF.

We have options for everyone, whether you want to celebrate a special occasion, take part in a race or event, or host an awareness and fundraising event. You can read more below and set up your own fundraising page by hitting the links.

  • Three people smiling at a donation event outdoors, holding a sign that says, 'I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation,' with trees, tents, and mountains in the background.

    Special Occasion

    Help support the Chris Klug Foundation as you celebrate a special occasion. This is a different and unique way to show your support for the gift of life!

    Whether you are celebrating a birthday, your transplant anniversary, or you recently lost a loved one; you can choose to ask for donations in lieu of gifts. CKF will be there to provide you with the tools and support you need to show your support.

    Click below to get started and create your own fundraising event page.

    Get Started
  • Group of marathon runners participating in a race, wearing colorful athletic clothing and running gear, on an urban street with a modern building backdrop.

    Race & Raise

    Are you taking on a race in the near future and would like to raise some money for a great cause while you do it?

    We have the answer for you! Go ahead, sign up for that local 5K, make the commitment to walk 30 miles in 30 days, or push yourself to cycle 50 miles. You can set up your own fundraising page to help raise funds and awareness for CKF.

    Click below to get started and create your own fundraising event page.

    Get Started
  • Three girls display colorful artwork in a classroom, with a boy working at a table nearby. Sunlight streams through windows behind them.

    Awareness Events

    CKF helps individuals nationwide host their own awareness events through our Donor Dudes Program. While fundraising for these events is not required, it is often a nice touch to help increase the impact of your event.

    Individuals can choose any event they choose so long as it is appropriate. CKF will then provide them with all of the educational materials and swag required to host the event.

    Click below to get started and create your own fundraising event page.

    Get Started
  • Two smiling people, an older man with a white beard wearing a red hat and black jacket, and a young woman with long red hair and glasses, both wearing black t-shirts with green text that says 'LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE.' They are in a store and the man is holding a small cup, with similar text.

    A Restaurant Fundrasiers

    There are many restaurants around the country that host fundraising nights with nonprofits and volunteers. From chains to local hotspots there are options for everyone.

    We are a short guide to hosting your own fundraising awareness event. That includes tips and tools to setting up an event as well as several restaurant options.

    Click below to check out our guide.

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Testimonials

We had a great time with Bingo and answering questions about donation and my transplant. We talked about facts on the appropriate age levels.

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It was fun and easy. Items were shipped immediately and I had the easy part of enjoying the eclipse with my students and playing games.

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We had a great time with Bingo and answering questions about donation and my transplant. We talked about facts on the appropriate age levels. • It was fun and easy. Items were shipped immediately and I had the easy part of enjoying the eclipse with my students and playing games. •

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Past Events . . .

Group of children sitting outdoors on pavement, wearing green glasses, with some adjusting glasses and looking upward, with a grassy area, trees, and a brick building in the background.
A youth football team in yellow and blue uniforms walking past a fence at a sports field, with mountains in the background and cloudy sky overhead.
Two women smiling, one with long red hair and the other with long dark hair, standing close together against a plain white background.
Lacrosse team posing on field with coaches, wearing white jerseys with yellow numbers and helmets.
An elderly woman smiling and sitting in a chair, holding a tissue donation form with pink tissue sample images. She is wearing a pink top and a shirt draped over her lap with the slogan "LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE." There are other people in the background,
A group of eight teenage boys standing indoors, some holding medals and papers, smiling at the camera, with banners of high school sports teams hanging on the wall behind them.
An elderly man with glasses and a white beard wearing a red beanie, black hoodie, and black jacket holding a paper coffee cup inside a store.
Two smiling women at a crowded bar or event, one with long blonde hair wearing a black top and denim shorts, the other with dark hair in a beige dress, holding drinks. They are in a lively, covered outdoor setting with other people in the background.
Three young girls and a girl painting with markers inside an RV decorated with a colorful rainbow ceiling and surrounded by art supplies and plush toys.
A group of five people standing behind a table with green wristbands at a donation event. The table has donation signs and logos, including 'Donor Dudes' and 'Live Life Give Life.' The background features a wooden wall with window and decorations.
A young man wearing a red athletic uniform with the name 'Glenwood' on it, smiling and flexing his bicep on a sports field. A teenage boy in a black athletic uniform stands nearby with his back turned. There are bleachers, a goal post, and mountainou
Four young women smiling and holding donation signs at a life-saving event in a gymnasium.
Lacrosse team huddled around coach on field, players in white jerseys with red numbers, gold helmets, and neon green socks, during a game or practice.
A diverse group of students and a teacher posing in a classroom with educational posters and displays on the bulletin board.
A large group of people gathered on the lawn in front of a historic building with a dome, holding up signs that spell out 'DONATE LIFE.' The scene takes place at dusk with the building illuminated, and some people are wearing masks.
Football team standing on field during a game with scenic hillside and trees in the background during late afternoon or early evening.
A girls' lacrosse team on a running track at night, with school bags and equipment around them, some wearing white uniforms with 'LIONS' written on them, posing for a group photo.
Group of seven young adults at outdoor event, smiling at camera, holding drinks and small signs, with string lights overhead, other people in background
Group of eight people standing outdoors on a sports field, smiling and posing for the photo. They are wearing casual clothes, some with matching shirts, and holding papers or clipboards. Two adults are on each end, with five young girls in the middle
Two young women wearing plaid shirts and matching gray T-shirts that say 'LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE' stand in front of a sports field at an outdoor event, with people and a soccer goal in the background.
Two women smiling at an outdoor event under a tent, holding envelopes, with a table of colorful promotional items and signs promoting the Chris Klug Foundation and volunteer opportunities.
Close-up of six people sitting on a bench with their legs extended, wearing brightly colored high socks and athletic shoes, in a gymnasium.
Three teenagers standing outdoors, wearing matching gray t-shirts with green text that reads 'LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE'. They are smiling, with their arms around each other.
Group of six people standing behind a table with coffee cups, cookies, and promotional materials. They are smiling and holding coffee cups with a logo, in an indoor setting with a decorative wall art piece behind them.
A classroom with students sitting at desks and a girl standing at the front giving a presentation.
A high school basketball team sitting on the bench during a game, with spectators in the bleachers behind them.
Group of seven young women in plaid shirts, smiling and showing their fists at an outdoor event during nighttime.
Five people posing together inside a bar, with some holding bags of chips, smiling, and giving thumbs up, with various posters and a TV screen in the background.
A group of football players standing on the sidelines of a football field during sunset, with hills and a cloudy sky in the background.
Three young girls and a boy standing and sitting in a classroom decorated with colorful posters, working on art projects, with windows showing a parking lot outside.
A group of five young people gathered around a table with a dark blue tablecloth, talking and interacting, in an indoor setting with beige and white walls and a sign that reads 'KIDS' on a door.
A group of people standing outdoors, looking up at the sky while wearing green eclipse glasses for viewing a solar eclipse.
A group of people gathered in a bar, some holding drinks, posing for a photo. There is a pool table in the foreground, and the background features sports memorabilia and signs. The group appears to be celebrating or enjoying social time.
Four female athletes competing in a track race, with a crowd of spectators watching from the sidelines and trees in the background.
Group of people at a charity event, standing outdoors in front of a banner that says 'Donate Life.' They are smiling and posing for the photo.
Three drag queens dressed in colorful, extravagant costumes standing outdoors at a pride event, holding a sign that says "I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation." Palm trees and a white building are visible in the background.
A young boy with a backpack talking to a woman at a table promoting the Chris Klug Foundation, which supports children and adults on the transplant waitlist, outdoors under a green canopy.
A group of young people in a gymnasium holding a banner that says 'Donors for Danny, Encouraging Organ and Tissue Donation,' with some wearing matching black T-shirts and sunglasses.
Four people at a winter outdoor event, smiling and dressed warmly, with mountains and ski equipment in the background. One person is dressed in a lace outfit with a crown and holding a drink, others are in winter jackets, hats, and sunglasses.
Three children wearing 3D glasses outdoors, with one boy pointing upwards.
A smiling woman holding a sign that says 'I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation' at an outdoor event, with other people and booths in the background.
Group of children and a woman smiling at an outdoor event, some holding green items and stickers with messages like 'LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE' with a few people in the background and a building.
A woman standing behind a table at a health-related event, smiling with arms outstretched. The table displays promotional items and informational materials for Donor Dudes, a foundation supporting tissue donation, with the website chrisklugfoundation
Group of people inside a bar or pub, smiling and holding up various items, with televisions and neon signs in the background.
A family of five, including two adults and three children, standing outside a house. The woman is wearing a crown and a sash, indicating a pageant or special event. They are all wearing T-shirts supporting kidney disease awareness.
Two smiling people holding a sign at an outdoor event, advocating for organ, eye, and tissue donation. The man is wearing sunglasses and a white shirt, while the woman has glasses and a gray hoodie. There are palm trees, umbrellas, and other people i
Two elderly women sitting at a table, one holding a sheet with organ, eye, and tissue donation information. They are smiling and appear happy.
People socializing and browsing at an indoor event or gathering with tables, chairs, and various items on the tables.
A woman smiling at a public event, holding a sign that says 'I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation' with a hand-drawn heart and hands illustration. She is dressed in casual clothes, with a rainbow flag and other people in the background.
Three women smiling and posing together behind a bar. One woman in the center holds a microphone and wears a light cardigan, while the women on either side wear dark T-shirts.
Group of five people standing beside a donation booth for "Donate Life" with informational brochures and signs promoting organ and tissue donation.
A young girl with blonde hair wearing a gray t-shirt and leopard print pants is seated at a cluttered table filled with toys, snacks, and books. She is holding a plush organ-shaped toy. Other children and an adult are seen in the background.
A table with numerous colorful handmade greeting cards, some with abstract patterns, messages, and illustrations, placed on a painting and craft table in a classroom or art space.
A man and a woman standing together in a room, both wearing black T-shirts with the text 'Live Life Give Life' in green and white. The man holds a black shirt with the same message, and the woman is smiling.
A woman at a booth promoting organ and tissue donation, with a banner that reads 'Register to be an organ & tissue donor' and a sign instructing to scan a driver's license to register. The booth has various promotional items, and the woman is smiling
An elderly woman with glasses and a blue patterned top sitting at a table, holding a sheet of paper with yellow circles and text about organ, eye, and tissue donation. In the background, a woman is sitting on a blue couch in a well-lit, modern living
A woman smiling and holding a purple plush toy with orange tentacles in one hand and a sign that reads, 'I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation' in the other hand, at an outdoor event with people and booths in the background.
Three elderly people holding gray T-shirts with the slogan 'LIVE LIFE GIVE LIFE' in a room with a large TV on the wall, a window, and wooden flooring.
A smiling woman with gray hair, red glasses, and a colorful jacket standing next to a man with glasses wearing a black jacket. They are at a booth with informational signs and pamphlets about organ, eye, and tissue donation, in a room with patterned
Two tents set up outdoors at a community event, with banners for the Chris Klug Foundation and G4G, surrounded by trees and grass.
A woman with two young girls at a community event inside a gymnasium, with tables and people in the background.
Three smiling people standing together indoors, with a large screen showing people hiking in a snowy landscape in the background.
Person sitting on a yellow bench holding a sign that reads 'I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation,' with colorful tissue paper hand decorations hanging above and donation supplies on the bench.
A smiling woman at an outdoor event holding a sign that says 'I SAID YES TO organ, eye, and tissue donation.' She is wearing a colorful, patterned shirt and sunglasses on her head, with a crowd of people, tents, and umbrellas in the background.
People attending a health or wellness event in a gymnasium, engaging with various tables displaying promotional materials and products.
A person dressed as a lynx mascot wearing a Colorado Denver shirt and shorts, standing outdoors in a park with trees, grass, and people in the background, under a green canopy.
Two women with brown hair and sunglasses on their heads, standing under a canopy at a fundraiser event, smiling. There is a large banner in the background with the words 'Chris King Foundation' and other text, and a sign on the table reading 'Volunte
Table for the Chris Klug Foundation with informational materials, seated people and displays in a conference room, with two women walking past in the background.
Two young girls dressed in school uniforms standing at a booth with DonorDudes branding, holding signs that say 'Donate Life.' The booth has informational materials and a black tablecloth with the DonorDudes logo, and there's a banner for JVS SoCal i
A young woman in a dark blazer and white shirt at a conference or event is looking down at a table with various promotional items, including buttons, lanyards, pens, and stickers. She is in an indoor conference room filled with other attendees who ar
Table with items related to community service and solar eclipse awareness, including a bag of Sun Chips, a pack of Sun Chips Garden Salsa, sunglasses, a 2024 total eclipse kit, donation brochures, and a gray t-shirt with the phrase 'LIVE LIFE' printe
A group of elderly people sitting and socializing in a cozy restaurant or cafe area with wooden accents, large windows, and ceiling lights. Some are using walkers and holding drinks.
Stickers and pamphlets on a table promoting life-saving donations, with slogans like "Live Life, Give Life," and logos including a heart with a cross and a stylized sunburst.
Group of children lying on sidewalk wearing solar eclipse glasses, some with backpacks, in bright sunlight near a red fence.
Classroom filled with children sitting on a colorful mat, wearing solar eclipse glasses, holding snack packages, and facing the camera. The room has shelves, tables, and educational materials, with windows letting in natural light.
Two young boys are looking at a small wooden birdhouse and a collection of painted rocks on a sidewalk. One boy is crouching with a bucket, and the other is standing with his back to the camera. There are colorful painted rocks and a sign that says "
A woman with curly blonde hair wearing a black and gray jacket, reflective sunglasses, and a colorful beanie hat, sitting on a dock by the water with a cloudy sky in the background.
Group of five young men at an indoor event, some holding cups of coffee and using phones, around a table with more cups, snacks, and promotional items, in a well-lit room with wood and brick accents.
An elderly man in a green sweater and a young man in a hoodie, both wearing glasses, stand at a coffee station. The man is holding a coffee cup, and the young man, wearing a black apron with a nametag labeled "Michael," is behind a table with coffee