There’s a sobering inequity at the heart of organ donation in America: A federal report released earlier this year revealed that in 2024, Black Americans made up more than a quarter of the national transplant list, yet they are far less likely to receive the kidneys, livers, hearts, and other organs they need to survive. It also found that Black folks accounted for just 13% of organ donors.
Word In Black’s research division wants to know why. We’ve launched a short survey to better understand the barriers to donation in partnership with news publications like the Seattle Medium — whether mistrust, misinformation, or access — and we want to hear directly from you.
Your Voice Matters
Your responses will help fill a crucial gap in our national understanding and make sure every Black voice counts. Together we can:
- Elevate awareness and influence how organ-donation campaigns are designed
- Inform policy changes to improve access, outreach, and trust
- Spark community conversations that can ultimately save lives
