Zest For Life Fundraiser Led By Parkway, Walmart Partners Rally Aid For Transplant Patients Amid 100,000+ Waiting

Zest For Life Fundraiser In New Orleans Boosts Greg Smith Fund For Transplant Patients

USA: April is National Donate Life Month, and New Orleans’ month-long Zest for Life campaign is raising money to support people waiting for life-saving transplantation. The fundraiser benefits the Greg Smith Fund, a patient assistance program, and is led by Parkway with backing from Walmart, Community Coffee, Eddie’s Deep Vodka and Chris’ Hot Sauce. Proceeds from select items sold at Parkway will be directed to transplant patients in need.

More than 100,000 people nationwide are on transplant waiting lists, and several thousand residents in Louisiana face long waits for organs and tissues. Organ donation and transplantation remain the only option for many of those patients, and community fundraising plays a direct role in helping individuals bridge gaps while they await matches and procedures.

The Greg Smith Fund provides targeted assistance to people navigating the transplant system, and Zest for Life leverages retail and product partnerships to generate steady support throughout the month. Local businesses contributing sales-driven donations underscore how everyday purchases can translate into critical aid for transplant candidates and their families.

Those interested in supporting the campaign, learning how funds are used, or signing up as organ donors are encouraged to contact Parkway or local organizers for details. Community engagement during Donate Life Month aims to bolster both awareness of transplantation needs and the resources available to those on the waiting list.

Video originally published on 2026-04-20 15:28:31