Lane was a beaming, spirited and loving child who always referred to himself by his first and middle names, Lane Thomas. Parents Matt and Melissa and their daughter Ella established The Lane Thomas Foundation as an enduring way to remember the light and hope he brought to the world.
Mission
The Lane Thomas Foundation was established to give honor and light to Lane’s life. The Foundation is dedicated to supporting families of children needing life-saving transplants.
To improve public awareness and understanding for increased organ donation to ultimately save children’s lives.
SUPPORT
To provide financial assistance to support families of children undergoing solid organ transplants, allowing them to focus on their child and keep their family together.
2,100
Children are waiting for an organ in the U.S.
~100
Children died in 2023 waiting for and organ donation
8
Lives can be saved from a donor
You Are Not Alone
The Lane Thomas Foundation is ready to support your family by covering non-medical expenses during your transplant journey.
Melissa and Matt Graves know what it’s like to go through a very traumatic experience. They want to provide resources, so that you can focus solely on your child and keep your family together.
Currently the Foundation supports families from across the United States coming to Omaha, Nebraska through their partnerships with Nebraska Medicine and Children’s Hospital and Medical Center. The Foundation continues to evaluate expanding their partnerships with transplant centers in other parts of the United States.