The Threshold of Life Memorial is a heartfelt tribute honoring the vital contributions of all organ, eye, and tissue donors in Montana. It stands as a beacon of hope for those awaiting lifesaving transplants and celebrates the lives of all individuals impacted by organ donation, both living and passed on, from every corner of Montana.
The Memorial, on the state Capitol grounds will be a contemplative space accessible to all ages and abilities where individuals and families can pause and reflect. The Threshold of Life will unite people throughout Montana and beyond in a shared commitment to serving others. Here, the profound realities of hope and new life will beautifully intersect with loss, grief, and wonder.
In 2023 the Montana State Legislature passed House Bill 585, which approved the location and design of the Threshold of Life Memorial for Montana’s organ donors, however, it does not provide any public funds.
Join us in reaching a $500,000 fundraising goal to make the Threshold of Life memorial a reality. Your support contributes new beginnings and shared hope for the future. Eye, tissue, and organ donation impacts all of Montana. Living donors often give to those they love, and those who give in their passing save the lives of people they have never met. It’s a dynamic and deeply personal experience for all involved.
Tree of Life
For nearly two decades, Montana's governors have cultivated the organ, eye, and tissue donor registry, and each April during Donate Life Month, they honor the families of those who have lost loved ones with heartfelt ceremonies. With one of the highest rates of registered organ donors in the United States, Montana exemplifies the spirit of selflessness. Montanans have long embraced the opportunity to serve others in both life and death. By giving the lifesaving gift of organ donation, we affirm our belief that life is precious and that serving our neighbors is a noble calling.
In Helena, there are two metal-sculpted trees, each leaf engraved with the name of a lost loved one. It is time to create a lasting memorial for all of Montana’s organ donors, both the living and those who have passed away.
Ways to honor Montana's Organ Donors
If you are a living donor, a recipient, someone who has lost a loved one who gave the gift of life, or are waiting a lifesaving transplant, you have the power to help bring the Threshold of Life Memorial to fruition. Organ, eye, and tissue donation touches every life, regardless of income, age, and ethnicity, and together, we can make the Threshold of Life Memorial a reality.
Many people are here today because of a live saving organ transplant and others are waiting for their chance. Every registered organ donor makes a difference. The more Montanans who choose to register, the greater our collective ability to save lives and bring hope to those who are waiting.
Make a gift to the Memorial
Make a gift to the Memorial
Your gift supports the Threshold of Life memorial located in Helena, MT dedicated to Montana's organ donors, living and passed, along with outreach and education to increase Montana's organ donor registry, and to support memorial celebrations.
- By making a gift to the Threshold of Life Memorial Fund, you join others in making the memorial an accessible and contemplative space for individuals, families, friends, those who have received the ultimate gift, those who are waiting, and the public to honor Montana's selfless donors.
Please contact HACF to give a significant gift using another method of payment.
Stories of Life
Stories of Life
Honor an organ donor by sharing an online story of their life's meaningful experiences, achievements, and cherished memories with family and friends. Share a story of life through the link below.
Plant a Tree
Plant a Tree in your local Montana Community
Join us in fulfilling a vision to have a tree planted in each Montana County seat so that all Montanans will be encouraged to join the organ donor registry, and to visit the Threshold of Life Memorial on the State Capitol grounds in Helena.
Register to be an organ, eye, and tissue donor
Register to be an organ, eye, and tissue donor today
- Call toll-free 1-877-275-5269 and request a brochure to fill out and return
- Say YES to donation when renewing your driver's license at any Montana Department of Motor Vehicles. https://mvdmt.gov/voter-donor-will/
- Visit https://donatelifemt.org/
