Organ Donation Week takes place from 23 to 29 September, encouraging people across the UK to decide about organ donation, record their choice and share it with their family. It highlights the life-saving power of donation.
When is Organ Donation Week?
Organ Donation Week is marked every September (September 23-29). It is one of the many UK awareness days that bring people together around a shared cause — see the full calendar.
Why Organ Donation Week matters
Many people are waiting for a transplant that could transform or save their life, and sharing your decision with loved ones makes all the difference. Talking openly helps more lives be saved. Explore community support volunteering.
How to get involved in Organ Donation Week
There are three simple ways to make Organ Donation Week count:
- Volunteer — support an organ donation charity by helping at awareness events and information stands. Browse opportunities.
- Fundraise — fundraise through a sponsored challenge or community event for transplant patients and their families.
- Raise awareness — register your decision on the NHS Organ Donor Register and tell your family your wishes.
Organ Donation Week volunteering opportunities
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Other September Dates
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September 25-29
International Day of Sign Languages
September 23
Know Your Numbers Week
September 6-12
Migraine Awareness Week
September 5-11
National Fitness Day
September 18
Pension Awareness Week
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Pulmonary Fibrosis Awareness Month
September
Recycle Week
September 16-22
UK National Inclusion Week
September 23-29
Urology Awareness Month
1-30
World Alzheimer's Day
September 21
World Cleanup Day
September 21
World's Biggest Coffee Morning
September 27
World Suicide Prevention Day
September 10
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