“I laughed so hard for so many days during the ride that I couldn’t tell what hurt worse…..my stomach muscles from the laughter or the blisters on my butt.”
—Jim Johnston, T4T Volunteer
“Through their (recipient and donor family) stories, I know God’s presence was with us, touching our hearts tremendously. I know my eyes have been open to the importance of being a donor. This (T4T) experience has left and imprint on my heart forever. I will also be mindful of those in such need through my prayers. The most amazing part of this entire journey has been witnessing such a gathering of people for such an awesome cause—-a gift of life.”
—Julie Kilgore, T4T Rider
“I was okay with donating my organs and tissues after I pass, but there was something about donating your eyes that sorta creeped me out. That all changed when we went through a town and a lady stood on the side of the road gesturing for me to come over to her. She said she had a cornea transplant and now she could see because of a generous donor. I get it now. I’ve changed my mind”
—Anonymous Rider
“Damp and cold? It doesn’t matter. We ride forward for the cause. Conversation among the riders is utterly priceless. Singing, telling jokes, a spontaneous unscheduled dismount, and more laughter. I was awestruck by the people’s compassion for life, horses, and friendship”
—Sue Helm, T4T Rider
“Everyone needs to have T4T on their bucket list. Period.”
—Theresa Newell, T4T Rider
“No ordinary trail ride for sure! Many miles, rodeo queens, news reporters, city mayors, organ recipients, donor families, countless onlookers, police escorts, new friends made, old friends getting closer, elderly coming out of nursing homes to watch, and kids jumping in the streets at the site of numerous riders making a grand entrance into town. What a cause to ride for!”
—-George Johnson, T4T Rider and Donor Dad
“My life has been spared because someone chose to be a donor. Participating in Trails4Transplants is one way to honor my donor and help countless others who are still waiting for a life-saving transplant”
—David Hanson, T4T Rider, Volunteer, & Grateful Liver Recipient