About Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network

Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network (FLDRN) is a not-for-profit, organ donor program that coordinates organ and tissue donations in New York state’s Finger Lakes, Central and Upstate regions. We work closely with the region’s hospitals to ensure that the organ donor decisions of area residents, in consultation with their families, are carried out at the time of death. Explore below to learn more about our services and history.

Vision Statement

• We envision universal acceptance of organ and tissue donation as a fundamental societal value.
• With this universal acceptance, all organs and tissues suitable for donation will be transplanted, and the urgent demand for organs and tissues will be met.

Mission Statement

• The Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network is dedicated to the recovery of organs and tissues for people in need of life-saving and life-improving transplants.
• We are committed to increasing awareness and fostering understanding of organ and tissue donation among health care professionals and the general public.
• We will provide individuals and their families with the knowledge required to make informed decisions about donation.

• Overview and History

  Founded in 1986, Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network is one of four federally-designated organ procurement organizations (OPO) in New York.

• Leadership and Advisors

  Finger Lake Donor Recovery Network's advisory boards play an important role in guiding its services to the community.

• Our Donation Service Area

  Finger Lakes Donor Recovery Network coordinates organ and tissue donations with hospitals in 20 counties in upstate New York.