Rachel Kuntzsch of Lansing talks with visitors at Gift of Life Michigan’s Community Open House in August. Artelia Griggs, center, is the mother of a tissue donor.
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donation and transplantation at the highest level. “I was so lucky. There are so, so many people waiting needlessly,” Rachel said. “I have a voice and there’s something I can help do about it. So why wouldn’t I?”
“Rachel has been an undeniable force in Michigan’s donation and transplant community,” said Dorrie Dils, president and CEO of Gift of Life, the nation’s 10th- largest organ donation program. “Her willingness to share her frightening and inspiring story has undoubtedly moved people to take the next step and sign up. We’re beyond grateful to her and so thankful a generous donor saved her life.” Rachel was recognized in 2023 as the first recipient of Gift of Life’s Check Your Heart Champion award for her relentless drive to promote
“Rachel has been an undeniable force in Michigan’s donation and
transplant community.” — Dorrie Dils, President and CEO
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