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.
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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.
The Threshold of Life design, model, and symbolism was created by architect Kenneth J. VanDeWalle, based in Bozeman. This meaningful project is and will remain Montana made. Learn more about Ken’s great work at https://www.architectureindetail.com.
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.
Organ, Eye, and Tissue Donation License Plate
Donate Life Montana is proud to announce the release of our license plate. The profit from the license plates will go towards fundraising for the memorial and educational and outreach of organ, eye, and tissue donation. Visit the Department of Motor Vehicles' webpage, Serve Montana - Donate Life, to learn more.
Thank you to the over 115 individuals who have selected our license plate!
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.
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