The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) commits to achieving 50,000 annual transplants in 2026. AOPO and its members will work with key stakeholders to implement a series of initiatives:
Expand Collaboration across the AOPO membership and among all stakeholders.
Reduce Health Inequities to improve accessibility of organ transplants in minority communities.
Maximize Organ Utilization by transplant programs.
Drive Innovation to increase donation and maximize transplantation.
2024 AOPO Year in Review
AOPO is proud of the donation and transplantation community for reaching 45,217 organs transplanted from deceased donors in 2024. AOPO released a report showing how organ procurement organizations (OPOs) are quickly advancing toward our goal of 50,000 annual organ transplants in 2026. With just under 5,000 transplants to go, our progress demonstrates the dedication of our members and the generosity of donors and their families. View the report for national data and details on the ongoing, coordinated efforts to improve system-wide effectiveness in our mission to save more lives.
Latest Updates
AOPO Applauds FAA’s Leadership in Advancing Organ Transportation on Commercial Airlines
STATEMENT Media Contact:Jenny Daigle | [email protected] AOPO Applauds FAA’s Leadership in Advancing Organ Transportation on Commercial Airlines The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) applauds the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Organ Transport...
Advocating for Lifesaving Change: AOPO’s 2025 Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill
Advocating for Lifesaving Change: AOPO's 2025 Advocacy Day on Capitol Hill This May, the Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) brought together more than 20 OPOs and organ donation advocates from across the country for our annual Advocacy Day in...
AOPO Statement on the Passing of Arkansas House Bill 1679, Now Act 861
STATEMENT Media Contact:Jenny Daigle | [email protected] AOPO Statement on the Passing of Arkansas House Bill 1679, Now Act 861 MCLEAN, VA. (April 24, 2025)—The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) is disappointed the Arkansas General Assembly has...
Protecting Donor Decisions: The National Importance of the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UAGA)
Protecting Donor Decisions: The National Importance of the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (UAGA) Why Upholding Registered Donations Matters for Patients, Families, and the Integrity of the Donation System Behind every donor registration is a story of courage, hope, and...
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