A support community for living kidney donors in Singapore — a place to share, connect and find encouragement.
For Kidney Donors, By Kidney Donors
Donors are often celebrated during surgery and recovery — and quietly forgotten afterwards. LKDS exists so that no donor, recipient or family walks the path before, during or after donation alone. Our purpose is not only awareness, but real support, reassurance and community.
Kidney transplantation gives recipients renewed independence, energy and time with the people they love.
Transplanted kidneys do not last forever. Their lifespan varies — which means the need for living kidney donors remains ongoing. Through shared experiences and peer support, we hope to dispel fears and misconceptions surrounding kidney donation, while providing reassurance to current and future donors.
Donors may continue to face emotional, lifestyle, financial or social challenges long after surgery. Patients and families may still face uncertainty, misunderstanding or isolation. Lived experience matters.
From the first quiet questions to the years that follow, our community brings together people connected by shared experiences, mutual support, and an understanding of the journey ahead.
Real conversations with people who have walked this path.
Honest stories about recovery, emotions, and everyday life after donation.
Reassurance for prospective donors considering donating their kidney.
A community that understands the journey.
Whether you're considering donation, preparing for surgery, or years post-donation — there's a seat for you at our table.
LKDS was founded by people who have walked this path themselves — and who believe no one should have to walk it alone.
Co-founder · Donor
"We hope our story gives strength to all parents."
Benjamin donated a kidney to his daughter while pursuing his Master's degree — balancing fatherhood, study and his role as a RSAF senior military expert. His story is shaped by the long-term realities kidney patients and families continue to face.
Co-founder · Donor
"People say that I am very brave, but it is not a matter of bravery. It is because she is my daughter. Some people say it is a sacrifice, but I feel it is a privilege to give my kidney to her."
Wei Yee's journey as a mother and donor reflects perseverance through challenges — and a steady commitment to encouraging others through their own.
Find us where you already are. Wherever you join — the WhatsApp community remains our living room.
The heart of our community — through peer support by actual living donors.
In case you need to tag your boss.
The OG social media platform. Not really, but no one else is on Friendster anymore.
When you hate words but love pictures. (But we will write in the caption anyways)
Living kidney donors, prospective donors, family members and supporters — we'd love to hear from you. Share what feels right. We'll honour it.
A few important things to know about how our community works, so everyone can take part with confidence.
Stories and experiences shared within LKDS reflect personal journeys. Outcomes, recovery and emotions vary between individuals.
LKDS is a peer support and community initiative. Community discussions are not medical advice — please consult qualified healthcare professionals for clinical guidance.
Joining the WhatsApp group, social channels or any LKDS conversation is voluntary and at your own discretion.
LKDS does not verify the identities of all community members. Private or group interactions occur at users' own discretion and responsibility.