Kamden's Group Hug

Kamden's Group Hug

We facilitate opportunities and events to share Kamden's story and to educate others on the importance and the impact of becoming an organ donation hero.

Our Mission

Sharing kindness by supporting those experiencing a health issue of a child, and raising awareness of organ donation through inspiration and education.

Kamden's Story

Kamden swimming in a pool looking happy

Kamden “Kam” James Gabrick was a beautiful three-year-old boy whose loving heart and infectious smile always found a way to bring people together. Kam was known for his hugs, kisses, and giving “strawberries." Whenever we left our friends or family, Kam made sure that everyone joined in a circle for a group hug. He loved to be outside, whether playing on his swing set, in his sandbox or splashing around in the pool. Kamden’s favorite things included dinosaurs, sea animals, books, going to the beach, fishing, and his “Stitch” (from the movie “Lilo and Stitch”), which followed him everywhere.

Kam’s life was tragically cut short following a choking accident in 2018. Eileen and Jim chose to donate their son’s organs in hopes that his beautiful light would continue in others. Kamden saved four lives by donating both kidneys, his liver, cornea, and a heart valve. “We find comfort in knowing Kamden’s organ donation had an impact, not only on his four organ recipients but also brought organ donation awareness to us. In honor of the gift of life Kam gave, most of our friends and family are now registered organ donors too.”

Kamden's holding his Floragraph

What We Do

Giving Back:

We contribute to individuals or organizations to support organ donation and awareness.

Inspiration:

We facilitate opportunities and events to share Kamden's story and to educate others on the importance and impact of becoming an organ donation hero.

Organ Donation Statistics

As of 2021, 169 million people in the U.S. have registered as donors. 

Statistics provided by Health Resources & Services Administration

number people on organ donor waiting list

105,800

Number of men, women, and children on the national transplant waiting list.

17 people die each day waiting for an organ transplant

17 People Die

Each day waiting for an organ transplant.

Every donor can save 8 lives and enhance over 75 more

8 Lives Saved

Every donor can save 8 lives and enhance over 75 more.

Another person is added to the transplant waiting list

Every 10 Minutes

Another person is added to the transplant waiting list.

Learn How Organ Donation Works

This animated video explains the transplant waiting list, how to become a donor, the process of matching organs, and signing up to share the gift of life. Register to become an organ donor today and share the gift of life.

Contact Us

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