Michigan had a strong year of organ and tissue donations in 2024.
The state had 533 people donate organs, which was the second highest annual total, according to Gift of Life Michigan. The 1,960 tissue donations was the highest in a year, marking a 5% increase from the previous state record set in 2023.
In total, 1,119 organs were transplanted, transforming the lives of those in need of new bone, tendons, heart valves, and more. About 70% of donations come from deceased donors, but there are options for donation from living donors as well…