About ODAP
The Organ Donation Awareness Project is a nonprofit organization dedicated to advancing living organ donation awareness and supporting Native American communities through education and healthcare initiatives.
Our Mission
ODAP connects clinical facts with real-life decisions so people can understand organ donation, discuss it with their families, and act with confidence. We never pressure. We inform, and let people decide for themselves.
Awareness
We provide evidence-based information about organ donation and living donor pathways, built for quick scanning, clear takeaways, and direct action. Our materials are sourced from OPTN, UNOS, HRSA, and peer-reviewed research.
Community
We collaborate with schools, faith groups, and community partners to deliver trustworthy donation education. From in-person workshops to the traveling billboard campaign, we meet communities on their terms.
Native Nations
ODAP is building the Native Nations Complex in Arizona: three domed buildings housing an Olympic pool, event center, and medical facility, all free for tribal members. This is what “Jump in the Pool” looks like in practice.
How We Operate
ODAP is administered in full compliance with IRS regulations by an independent administrator. Every dollar is tracked and allocated to mission-specific programs. All operations are overseen with integrity, precision, and full accountability.
Everything on this platform is designed to educate, inspire action, and make it easy for people to register as organ donors or support the mission financially.
ODAP is a registered NFP overseen by a volunteer board and managed by an independent administrator. We maintain full transparency in our finances, operations, and decision-making.
Our Programs
Education
In-person education sessions at schools, churches, and community centers. We provide awareness materials, visual aids, and follow-up resources that help people make informed decisions about organ donation.
Living Donor
Comprehensive resources that help potential living donors navigate screening, surgery, and recovery. We walk people through every step so they can decide with confidence and without pressure.
Campaigns
Designed by our Mixed Media Director, the traveling billboard is a major PSA campaign raising awareness of the critical organ shortage. It brings the message directly to communities across the country.
Infrastructure
A three-dome facility in Arizona with an Olympic pool, event center, and onsite medical facility. Built to serve Native American communities with free entry for all tribal members. This is ODAP's largest initiative.
Leadership
Every board member serves as a volunteer. Our team includes a transplant recipient, a pharmacologist, a financial strategist, and specialists in media, technology, and on-the-ground operations in Arizona.
Founder
Raquel received her Bachelor’s degree, cum laude, in Biochemistry and Molecular Biology from Benedictine University in 2012, where she contributed to two published research projects in the Journal of Molecular Endocrinology. She completed her degree in pharmacology at UIC College of Pharmacy in 2016. Her scientific background drives ODAP’s commitment to evidence-based education.
Independent Administrator
Mary Ann administers ODAPnfp through her company, MTobar LLC. She brings extensive experience in professional management and office administration, with an unwavering commitment to transparency, accountability, and compliance with IRS regulations.
Administrative Assistant
Natale has been instrumental in supporting ODAPnfp’s administration initiatives on the ground in Arizona. His deep knowledge of the region, particularly the area designated for the Native Nations Complex, has proven invaluable to the organization’s strategic efforts.
Director Without Portfolio
Jerry is a liver transplant recipient with a passion for helping others in need of organ donation. His background as an author, photographer, and filmmaker helps him tell the story of living organ donation in a way that is both informative and inspiring. He has a deep commitment to assisting Native American communities.
Financial Director
John brings market-based expertise and strategic financial oversight to ensure every donor dollar is managed effectively and maximized for mission impact. He received his Bachelor’s degree from Wheaton College and completed his MA in International Relations at the University of Chicago.
Mixed Media Director
Tetsuya attended the Chicago School of Design, specializing in Package Design. His strengths include video production, digital strategy, social engagement, and storytelling. His successful PSA design launched the traveling billboard, a major campaign raising awareness of the critical organ shortage.
Director of Communication and Technology
Tyler brings over a decade of experience in IT and software engineering, from full-stack development and cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure) to enterprise networking and cybersecurity. He has founded and operated his own software consultancy, worked as a full-stack developer, and managed IT operations at scale. He ensures ODAP’s technology remains reliable, secure, and scalable across all platforms.
What We Believe
Transparency
Every dollar is tracked and allocated to mission-specific programs.
Education First
We never pressure. We inform, and let people decide for themselves.
Evidence-Based
All materials are sourced from OPTN, UNOS, HRSA, and peer-reviewed research.
Community-Driven
Programs designed with input from recipients, donors, and healthcare professionals.
Yes. ODAP (Organ Donation Awareness Project) is a registered NFP administered in compliance with IRS regulations by an independent administrator. All operations are overseen with integrity, precision, and full accountability.
No. ODAP provides educational guidance and directs visitors to qualified medical professionals and official transplant resources. All information on this site is sourced from published medical literature and government data.
Yes. We support awareness talks, educational workshops, and partner sessions with community organizations. Contact us at [email protected] to discuss your event.
Donations fund community education programs, living donor guidance resources, the traveling billboard awareness campaign, digital outreach and this website, and the Native Nations Complex construction fund. Every dollar is tracked and allocated to mission-specific work.
Support can include sponsorship, educational partnerships, volunteer collaboration, and direct donations. Reach out at [email protected] to explore partnership opportunities.
Whether you register as a donor, support our education programs, or help build the Native Nations Complex, every action creates a ripple that reaches someone in need.
Living donors save lives every day. Learn about the screening process, surgery, recovery, and what it means to give someone a second chance while you're still here.
ODAP provides evidence-based guidance so you can make an informed decision, without pressure.
