Chapel Hill, N.C., June 2, 2025 — HonorBridge, North Carolina’s largest organ donation and tissue recovery organization, has once again been recognized as one of the Best Employers in North Carolina by Business North Carolina Magazine. This marks the fifth consecutive year the organization has received the honor, coinciding with its 40th anniversary of service across the state.
Founded in 1985, HonorBridge has grown into one of the Southeast’s most respected organ procurement organizations (OPOs), with offices in Chapel Hill, Winston-Salem, and Greenville. The organization plays a vital role in connecting donors with recipients, facilitating life-saving and life-healing transplants for thousands in need.
“Receiving this recognition for the fifth year in a row, and during our 40th anniversary, makes this moment especially meaningful,” said Danielle Bumarch, JD, RN, President & CEO of HonorBridge. “Our staff face incredibly emotional and complex work with unmatched compassion and professionalism. We work hard to ensure they feel supported, valued, and inspired, because their work saves lives every single day.”
The Best Employer designation is awarded based on a comprehensive evaluation of workplace culture, policies, and direct employee feedback. It reflects organizations that prioritize employee well-being, inclusivity, and engagement.
This recognition comes as HonorBridge celebrates four decades of dedication to its mission: building connections that save and heal lives through organ and tissue donation. The anniversary not only honors its past but reaffirms its commitment to serving communities and expanding awareness around the importance of organ, eye, and tissue donation.
About HonorBridge
HonorBridge is the federally designated, not-for-profit organ donation and tissue recovery organization serving 7.5 million people in 77 North Carolina counties and Pittsylvania County, Virginia. With three locations across the state, HonorBridge facilitates vital connections that save lives. Nearly 4,000 North Carolinians and over 100,000 people nationwide are currently awaiting organ transplants.
To learn more or to register as a donor, visit www.honorbridge.org.
