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 Statement on Lawsuit Challenging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) OPO Final Rule
PUBLIC STATEMENT Media Contact:Jenny Daigle | jdaigle@aopo.org AOPO Statement on Lawsuit Challenging the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) OPO Final Rule McLean, VA (August 6, 2025) – A lawsuit was filed on August 1 by seven organ procurement...
AOPO President’s Address: Meet the Moment
AOPO President’s Address: Meet the MomentWith gratitude, a powerful call to action, and a vision for the future, Jeff Trageser stepped into his role as AOPO President at the 2025 Annual Meeting ready to “meet the moment.” Jeff, Executive Director of Lifesharing in San...
AOPO Statement on House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee Hearing on Oversight of the U.S. Organ Donation System
STATEMENT Media Contact:Jenny Daigle | jdaigle@aopo.org AOPO Statement on House Energy and Commerce Subcommittee Hearing on Oversight of the U.S. Organ Donation System McLean, VA (July 22, 2025) — Today, the Oversight and Investigations Subcommittee of the U.S. House...
Clearing the Runway for Lifesaving Organs: FAA Releases Landmark Organ Transport Recommendations
Clearing the Runway for Lifesaving Organs:FAA Releases Landmark Organ Transport Recommendations The Association of Organ Procurement Organizations (AOPO) applauds the release of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Organ Transport Working Group Final Report – a...
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