More Transplants More Life

04/13/2026

Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith has created "the nation’s first-ever law enforcement badge for National Donate Life Month." Read the story here. Let's continue on the month of April by continuing to spread awareness and sign up to be an organ donor.

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – A local sheriff is turning his personal story into inspiration for others. Last year, Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith underwent a kidney transplant, complete…

04/02/2026

The Hillsborough County Tax Collector's office kicked off Donate Life Month today and Mayor Jane Castor presented Louis G. Betz Jr.'s family with a Proclamation by the City of Tampa stating that April 1, 2026 was Louis Betz Jr. Day! We are all carrying on his legacy by advocating for organ donation and continuing to share his story of a second chance at life.

The initiative, recognized as National Donate Life Month, begins Wednesday morning at the East Tampa Tax Collector’s Office, where officials are encouraging residents to register as organ donors.

10/25/2025

FRANKLIN COUNTY, Fla. (WMBB) – Franklin County Sheriff A.J. Smith watched his kidney function slowly decline over the years. Last September, his condition reached a critical state. “My …

07/29/2025

Air Force vet Lindsay Gutierrez donated a kidney and part of her liver - and she’s still serving others every day!

True definition of selfless.

Air Force veteran Lindsay Gutierrez is a two-time living organ donor after giving a kidney to a fellow veteran and part of her liver to another recipient.

05/09/2025

Happy National Nurses Week! A heartfelt thank you to all the incredible nurses who show compassion, strength, and dedication every single day. Your tireless efforts, especially in the most challenging moments, make a profound difference in the lives of patients and their families. You are true heroes in scrubs.

04/14/2025

April is Donate Life Month! Join us in celebrating the gift of life through organ donation. Register to be an organ, eye and tissue donor! https://www.registerme.org

03/25/2025

We are thankful to the Florida Renal Association for their donation to More Transplants More Life and for recognizing the work that our founder Louis Betz Jr. has done. "Florida Kidney Day, organized by the FRA, is intended to educate elected officials on the significance of dialysis treatment and proper kidney care as they work on a budget and seek to pass legislation to fund health care."

03/12/2025

It is with a heavy heart that we share that our founder, Louis G. Betz, passed away in January. His fight for more transplants will continue as MTML carries on his legacy.

Celebrate the life of Louis Betz, leave a kind word or memory and get funeral service information care of Blount & Curry Funeral Home-Carrollwood.

11/05/2024

The power of donation 💚

“Georgia fan Megan Twist moved to Florida and when she got her state license, she became an organ donor.

Megan tragically died in a car accident, but her lungs saved Florida fan Richard Bremer, who tells
that he's a Georgia fan now and, “I breathe red and black.”

06/30/2024

Congratulations to our COO, Casana Fink, for being crowned Miss Florida last night. We are so proud of her accomplishments and excited to see what lies ahead. Thank you, Casana, for your hard work and dedication to making changes in organ donation education and awareness.

05/08/2024

Kam Shenai, a central Florida man and a recent kidney recipient is utilizing his second chance at life to make an impact. Through advocating for organ donation, mentoring high school students, and being the best grandfather to his beautiful grandkids, Kam is determined to make the most out of every minute. We are so grateful to know Kam and see the difference he continues to make for the transplant community.

Orlando man made most of his time while waiting for a kidney