Program Funding

Organ/Tissue Donation and Registry

Many people may not know that Missouri's Organ Donor Program does not receive any state money. The Organ Donor Registry and all program functions are maintained only by voluntary contributions. These donations are used to maintain the computerized Organ Donor Registry and to provide statewide education on organ and tissue donation.

Because of increased program awareness, program staff have seen an increase in the number of Missourians who want to support the Organ Donor Fund. Since 1996, Missourians have been given the opportunity to support the program through $1 contributions at driver's license offices around the state. Now, the Organ Donor Program can accept donations directly into the fund. In addition, contributions may be given in memory or celebration of someone's life.

 Organ Donor Trust Fund Voluntary Contribution Form

Missourians who donate to the Organ Donor Fund directly through the Organ Donor Program receive a thank you letter and a receipt for their contribution. Phone (888) 497-4564 for details on how to make a contribution.