Student Advocate Program

Equipping students with the knowledge and skills needed to raise community awareness about the lifesaving gifts of organ, eye and tissue donation.

Student Benefits:

• Lead a Donate Life Student Advocacy Chapter to raise awareness about organ donation.

• Host donor registration drives and fundraisers to further make an impact in your community.

• Earn community service hours for active participation at local events and advocacy iniatives.

• Develop leadership skills through SODA’s Leadership Development Course.

• Early registration access to STA’s summer Student Residency Program.

STA Youth Art Contest

Organ donation is a powerful way to leave a legacy. It saves lives and brings hope to grieving families and those awaiting a lifesaving transplant. Enter the Southwest Transplant Alliance Youth Art Competition and create an original piece representing what it means to “Leave a Legacy”.

Submissions accepted until March 27, 2026.

Student Residency Program

The Southwest Transplant Alliance Student Residency Program will be held July 14-16 in Dallas, Texas.

This three-day program provides an in-depth look at donation and transplantation. Students will experience hands-on activities, leadership development and training, and receive volunteer credits. The residency program is open to incoming juniors, seniors and 2026 high school graduates.