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What is Pink Dot Club?
The AVHS Pink Dot Club is Tri-Valley's first organ donation awareness club. We partner with Donor Network West, a federally designated nonprofit organization that specializes in organ procurement and tissue recovery. Together, we work to spread organ donation awareness in our community through interactive activities, games, and events! The AVHS Pink Dot Club is also associated with California's first and only chapter of Student Organ Donation Advocates (SODA)!
Our Goal
Our goal is to encourage high school students to register as organ and tissue donors. Since most people apply for their drivers license during this time, it is especially important to educate high school students about organ donation. In addition, we hope that they bring this information home and initiate conversations with their friends and family members.
What We Do
Our club meetings are often about educating students about organ transplant and donations, as well providing opportunities where students can get involved in community outreach projects.
In the past, we have brought in guest speakers to discuss their experience with the transplant process, and urge others to take action. In addition, we have worked with hospitals to help show our support to transplant patients by distributing hand-made cards. Finally, once a year, the club is involved in an annual competition, in which students have the opportunity to earn graduation recognition. Overall, we participate in and offer various interactive games and activities to spread awareness and have fun!
Events may include the following:
Host Donate Life tabling
Do presentations
Promote organ donation awareness in school through events like : in- class presentations, guest speakers, and lunch activities
Create a Donate Life promotional event
Encourage your school to wear blue and green on Blue and Green Day in April
Publish articles about donation in your school or local community paper
Maintain a social media presence
Participate in Donor Network West campaigns such as in DMV, Hospitals, and Health Clinics
Collaborate with another Pink Dot Club on an event or campaign
Other ideas to engage the community!
Why Should I Join?
If you want:
Easy graduation recognition
To participate in 2 clubs at the same time (no extra time commitment/requirements necessary!)
To help save lives!
Enhance leadership, healthcare marketing, and event management skills
Earn community service hours
Have something unique to include in to college applications!
How Can I Join?
Join our Remind by texting @pinkdotcl to 81010, or click on the button below to be redirected to the Remind login page and add us via web browser.
Email us at pinkdotclubav@gmail.com.
Sign-up using our membership form
**There is no minimum or maximum hours necessary to participate in our club. We welcome everyone and anybody can join at anytime!
FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions)
What is organ donation?
Organ donation is the process by which an individual consents to donate their organs to one who is in desperate need of them. Organ donors can be living or deceased.
What is the organ donation process like
Patients are placed on a wait-list under a specific priority category. If a brain dead person is registered as an organ donor and/or their family would like to donate their organs, an extensive evaluation process begins. After a series of matching between the donor and patient including blood type, size of the organ, etc., the surgery for organ recovery begins while the future recipient undergoes pre-operational procedures.
How many people are currently in need of a transplant
With the shortage of organs, more than 23,000 people in California alone, are in need for an organ transplant. Throughout the United States, there are almost 114,000 people on the list. Every 10 minutes, another name is added to the list, and onn average, 20 people die every minute waiting for an organ
Who can be an organ donor?
Anyone, regardless of previous medical conditions, can be an organ donor. A minor requires parental consent before doing so. A living person is allowed to donate their organs, as long as it is evaluated and it is one that is not necessary for survival. This includes: one kidney, one lung, and portions of the liver, kidney, or intestines. If a person is declared dead, and they are a registered donor, donation will be considered. For organ donation to be possible, deceased or alive, the organs and/or tissues, must meet certain standards. There are factors that may prevent donation, such as a the state of the organs or tissues.
How do transplants improve the quality of life of a patient?
The organ and/or tissue recipient's quality of life is drastically improved. Not only do they have a better and longer chance of survival, but the emotional and mental well being of the patient can increase. Additionally, patients are often able to participate in more daily activities, such as sports, hiking, etc.
Do the paramedics try to save my life if they know I'm an organ donor?
This question is a well-known myth regarding organ donation. In fact, it is one reason why people prefer not to sign up as a donor. They believe that health care professionals wont try to save a life if they known that the patient is an organ donor. This is not true. These professionals will and must do everything they can to save your life, no matter if you are registered as an organ donor. Your life comes first. Only after doctors declare the patient patient brain dead, they can be evaluated for organ donation
Additional Resources
Link to Donor Network West:
https://www.donornetworkwest.org
Link to Pink Dot Club:
https://www.donornetworkwest.org/high-schools/pink-dot-club/
Link to SODA : https://www.sodanational.org/
Link to register as an organ/tissue donor:
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