August 1 is National
Minority Donor
Awareness Day

There is a rising need for minority donors in CORE's region and across the United States. 

This event focuses on heightening awareness among minorites about the importance of organ and tissue donation. 

In addition, it aims to dispell common myths and misconceptions that might be a hindrance.

Did You Know...?

• African Americans are at risk for many illnesses like high blood pressure, diabetes and heart disease that can lead to the need for an organ transplant
• Nearly 30,000 of the 100,000 people waiting for a transplant are African American
• Tragically, every 12 minutes another person is added to the waiting list and 18 people die each day due to lack of donors
  

“Let the Truth Be Told Dinner”
Friday, August 1, 2008 at 6:00 pm
Marriott Pittsburgh City Center
112 Washington Place
Pittsburgh, PA  15219
Costs:  FREE

Please RSVP by July 24, 2008 to Lisa Strother Upsher
1-800-366-6777 ext. 213 or email lupsher@core.org

Featured guests:
- The Starzl's - Dr. Thomas Starzl, Joy Starzl and Ravi Starzl
- Marla Rae Davis, Chief of Staff, PA Dept of Health
- Recipients and Donor Families

- Mistress of Cermony - Danielle Nottingham WPXI, Anchor/Reporter

Please join us August 1, 2008 at 6pm, for an evening of
dinner, music, testimonies and education. 
Remember, you have the power to save lives!

Please RSVP by July 24, 2008
to Lisa Strother Upsher
1-800-366-6777 ext. 213
lupsher@core.org

www.core.org