Who we are and What we do

Programs and Services

Service area and Contact Information

Who We Are
Life Connection of Ohio is an independent, not-for-profit agency designated by the federal government as the Organ Procurement Organization (OPO) for Northwest and West Central Ohio.

Mission Statement
Life Connection of Ohio is committed to serving humanity by ending the wait for organ and tissue transplants in a manner that is beneficial to patients, donor families, health care professionals and the public.

What We Do

• Honor individual's donation decision as recorded in the Ohio Donor Registry. When the individual's wishes are unknown, provide families with the option of donation in time of loss as a measure of comfort;
• Facilitate the recovery of viable organs, tissues and corneas for transplantation, medical research or education;
• Provide public and professional education to increase awareness and commitment to organ and tissue donation;
• Promote and maintain a collaborative relationship with hospitals and other health care facilities involved in the recovery and transplantation of organs and tissues.