LFO Donor Registration

The Life for others Foundation is dedicated to serving families who are interested in contributing to the enhancement of medical research, as well as healthcare provider and student education.

Please return completed forms to Info@Lifeforothers.org.

If death has occurred, immediately contact us at 864-415-4550 someone will be available 24/7. Call anytime including weekends and holidays to arrange transportation and care.

For all other inquiries please email Info@Lifeforothers.org or call 864-415-4550 during regular business hours.

The Process of Donation
1. Register (a.) self as donor prior to death or, (b.) by legally authorized party at time of death:
  1. Self-register by filling out the appropriate paperwork to become registered in the donation program. Be sure to inform your family and friends of your wishes and the need to contact the Life For Others Foundation immediately after death.
  2. Authorized person as described in the Uniform Anatomical Gift Act registers decedent at time of death by directly contacting Life For Others Foundation and completing appropriate paperwork.
2. Eligibility determination will be made by reviewing donor forms. Please note that acceptance is determined on a case-by-case basis and is not guaranteed until the time of death.
3. Transportation will be coordinated by The Life For Others Foundation from the place of death to the Life For Others facility.
4. Utilization of Donor’s gift once matched with research or education study.
5. Cremation after completion of research or education studies, the Life For Others Foundation will transport the donor for cremation.
6. Return of the donor’s remains to their designated person or their ashes are spread at sea. Family receives a letter of appreciation about how their loved one helped further education and research.
Instructions

Thank you for considering whole body donation. Your gift is an investment in creating a better future. ALL information must be completely filled out and are necessary for donation.
Who is Registering?

Myself , I am Pre-registeringNext of KinInformant with Legal AuthorizationOther
Donor Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Has the Death already occurred or imminent?*

YesNoImminent (within Days)
I have Legal Authority to authorize anatomical donation*

YesNo

Who Can Authorize a Loved One’s Body Donation?
At Life For Others, we understand that making decisions after the loss of a loved one can be overwhelming. To make the process easier, here’s a clear explanation of who can legally authorize a body donation and what that means for your family.

If Your Loved One Chose Donation Before Passing

If your loved one made their wishes known before death—by signing a body donation form, joining a state donor registry, or noting it on their driver’s license—this is called first-person authorization.

This decision is legally binding in most states and means their gift can be honored without anyone else’s permission. Even so, we will always communicate with the family to explain next steps and answer questions.

If No Donation Decision Was Made

If your loved one did not make a legal decision before passing, the law allows certain people—starting with those closest to the decedent—to authorize donation on their behalf.

The order is set by state law and generally follows this priority:
1. A healthcare power of attorney (POA) or agent chosen by the decedent
2. Spouse or domestic partner
3. Adult children (a majority must agree if more than one)
4. Parents
5. Adult siblings (a majority must agree if more than one)
6. Adult grandchildren
7. Grandparents
8. An adult who had a close personal relationship and provided special care
9. Legal guardian at the time of death
10. Any other person legally responsible for the body’s final arrangements
  
  If More Than One Person is in the Same Group
If there are multiple people in the same category (for example, several adult children), most states require the majority to agree before donation can move forward. We will work with you to help gather and document this agreement.

Special Situations

Some cases require additional permission from a medical examiner or coroner before donation can proceed. This may happen if:
- The death was sudden, suspicious, or involved an accident
- The cause of death is unknown or under investigation
- The decedent was incarcerated at the time of death
We will handle this coordination and keep you informed every step of the way.

What We Need From You

If you are the person with legal authority to authorize donation, we will ask you to:
- Confirm your relationship to the decedent
- Sign a legal consent form
- Provide basic personal information about your loved one
- Share any documents that confirm your authority (such as a POA, marriage certificate, or birth certificate if needed)

Informant Information
Relation to the Donor*
Informant Name*

First NameLast Name
Informant Phone*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Informant Email*
example@example.com
Informant Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code

Information About the Death
Date of death*

MonthDayYear
Date
Estimated Time of Death*
⚠️ Important Note Regarding Time Since Passing

If the date of death entered is more than 48 hours ago. Please be aware that certain conditions related to time since passing may affect donation eligibility, especially for anatomical preservation and research purposes.

We kindly ask that you complete the form in full, and a member of our team will review the information and contact you directly to discuss next steps. If you have any questions or urgent concerns, please call us at (864) 415-4552.

Thank you for honoring your loved one’s legacy through the gift of donation.
Place of Death*
Cause of Death*
If unknown list suspected cause
County Where Death Occurred*
Address of where death occurred*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState

Zip Code
Description*

Current Location of Decedent
Facility Point of Contact
Facility Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Facility Information*

Facility Name

Street Address

CityState

Zip Code

Next of Kin Information
Relation to the Donor*
Next of Kin Name*

First NameMiddle NameLast Name
Next of Kin Phone Number*
Please enter a valid phone number.
Next of Kin Email*
example@example.com
Next of Kin Address*

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code

Medical / Social History

Please complete all fields with as much known information as possible. This information will help the Life For Others Foundation match your donation to the best fitting program.
Height in Inches*
Weight in pounds *
BMI
⚠️ Important Note Regarding Donor Eligability

Thank you for providing this information. Based on the height and weight entered, the calculated BMI exceeds our current program threshold for standard anatomical donation.

While a higher BMI does not automatically disqualify a donor, it may limit certain educational or procedural uses due to preservation and handling constraints. Our team will carefully review the details you’ve submitted and follow up with you directly to discuss next steps and potential options.

If you have any questions or wish to speak with someone now, please call us at (864) 415-4552. We’re here to support you with compassion and clarity.
Donors Primary Care Physician*
If Donor does not have a PCM enter a Physician last seen
Past Surgeries and Significant Injuries*
(hernia repair, knee, pacemaker, broken bones, burns, etc.)
Illnesses*
(high blood pressure, arthritis, diabetes, cancer, kidney disease, addiction etc. )
List of Current Medications*
Drug & Alcohol Use History*
Has the donor ever had chemotherapy and/or radiation? If so please list condition being treated and date(s) of therapy:*
Was the donor known to have HIV, Hepatitis B or C?*
Did the donor ever smoke? If Yes, How many years?*

NoYes
Did the donor quit smoking? If Yes, When?*

NoYes

Designation of Remains
I direct that the remains be returned to one of the individuals listed below with priority given according to the order in which they are listed. Only those individuals listed below will be allowed to receive ashes.

Distribution by the Life For Others Foundation to individuals other than those named by the donor will require a change request in writing that is signed by the designee and notarized. Please notify The Life For Others Foundation of any change of address. The Foundation will contact designee prior to shipping remains to confirm shipping details.
Recipient of cremated remains*

Spouse (as listed above)Next of kin (as listed above)Other RecipientI choose to NOT have the donor’s remains returned. Donor’s remains will be kept in the care of The Life For Others Foundation until they are scattered at sea. (I direct that my ashes will be scattered at seaconsistent with S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-300 et seq)
Recipients Full Name

First NameLast Name
Recipients Relation to Donor
Recipients Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Recipients Email
example@example.com
Recipients Phone Number
Please enter a valid phone number.
Is there a second recipient?

NoYes
Recipient 2 Full Name

First NameLast Name
Recipient 2 Relation to Donor
Recipient 2 Address

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
Recipient 2 Phone
Please enter a valid phone number.
Recipient 2 Email
example@example.com

Next of Kin Registration

Document of Authoriztion

I {NOK_Name} , make an anatomical gift of the body of {donorName} to the Life For Others Foundation upon their death. I understand that by this gift, I donate the remains of the named individual’s body to the Life For Others Foundation for anatomical study in the advancement of health sciences education, biological health sciences, and research. This gift is made in accordance with the Revised Uniform Anatomical Gift Act, S.C. Code Ann. § 44-43-310 et seq. and as authorized by South Carolina state law, and will be used at the discretion of the Life For Others Foundation. In addition, I authorize the release of their personally identifiable health information (medical records) to the Life For Others Foundation in order for it to assess the suitability of this gift for educational and research use.

By agreeing to donate the body of the named individual I understand and accept that:
- I am donating the named individual’s body for education and research. The programs of study of the body will be determined by the Life For Others Foundation. These programs include but are not limited to researching the latest surgical techniques and medical devices as well as life-saving skills training and education. Donor participation may involve dissection and/or anatomical disarticulation or segmentation (e.g. removal of extremities), preservation, photography/imaging, and/or distribution to ASAA-accredited entities, all done for research and educational projects.
- I have the authority to make this donation in accordance with the Revised Uniform Anatomical Gift Act § 130A-412.11.
- The information I have provided in General Information is true and correct and will be used to file a death certificate at the time of the named individual’s death providing their body is accepted by the Life For Others Foundation.
- I understand that the decedent’s Social Security number will be used for verification and death certificate purposes only and will be securely retained.
The Life For Others Foundation reserves the right to decline any donation including for the reasons listed in the information pages. If the body is declined, the Life For Others Foundation will not accept financial responsibility for the disposition of the body.
- I understand that studies can range typically from 2 to 3 weeks up to 2 years in length.
- I understand that the body may be subject to extensive and/or long-term preservation.
- I authorize the Life For Others Foundation to cremate my remains consistent with the S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-300 et seq., as I have designated.
I have Read and Accept the terms above

Self Registration

Document of Authoriztion

I, {donorName} Being of sound mind and body, I choose to make an anatomical gift of my remains upon my death. I understand that by this gift, I donate the remains of my body to the Life For Others Foundation for anatomical study in the advancement of health sciences education, biological health sciences, and research. This gift is made in accordance with the Revised Uniform Anatomical Gift Act (2008), S.C. Code Ann. § 44-43-310 et seq. and as authorized by South Carolina state law, and will be used at the discretion of the Life For Others Foundation.

In addition, I authorize the release of my personally identifiable health information (medical records) to the Life For Others Foundation in order for it to assess the suitability of my gift for educational and research use.

By agreeing to donate my body I understand and accept that:
I am donating my body for education and research. The programs of study of my body will be determined by the Life For Others Foundation. These programs include but are not limited to researching the latest surgical techniques and medical devices as well as life-saving skills training and education. Donor participation may involve dissection and/or anatomical disarticulation or segmentation (e.g. removal of extremities), preservation, photography/imaging, and/or distribution to Life For Others Foundation approved entities, all done for research and educational projects.

The information I have provided in General Information is true and correct and will be used to file a death certificate at the time of my death providing my body is accepted by the Life For Others Foundation.
- I understand that my Social Security number will be used for verification and death certificate purposes only and will be securely retained.
- The Life For Others Foundation reserves the right to decline any donation including for the reasons listed in the information pages. If the body is declined, the Life For Others Foundation will not accept financial responsibility for the disposition of the body.
- I understand that studies can range typically from 2 to 3 weeks up to 18 months in length.
- I understand that the body may be subject to extensive and/or long-term preservation.
  I authorize the Life For Others Foundation to cremate my remains consistent with the S.C. Code Ann. § 32-8-300 et seq., as I have designated.
I have Read and Accept the terms above

Donation Authorization
Date

MonthDayYear
Date
Upload a photo of your Drivers license and verification of Authority

Written Will, POA, marriage certificate, birth certificate, or previous donation registration
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Authorizer Name

First NameLast Name
Signature*

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Are witnesses of signature available?

NoYes, 1 witnessYes, 2 witnesses
Witness 1 Full Name

First NameLast Name
Witness 1 Signature

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Witness 2 Full Name

First NameLast Name
Signature

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Address Where Death Occurred

Street Address

Street Address Line 2

CityState / Province

Postal / Zip Code
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Informant Information

Information About the Death

Current Location of Decedent

Next of Kin Information

Donor Information

Medical / Social History

Designation of Remains

Next of Kin Registration

Document of Authoriztion

Self Registration

Document of Authoriztion

Donation Authorization