Macy Alexander-Childs

Organ recipient

Age 10 – Buffalo, NY

Honored by Unyts

Macy Alexander-Childs received a small intestine transplant in April 2008, just six days short of her first birthday. Macy and her family will be forever grateful for her donor, and have devoted their time since Macy was 5 years old to help raise further awareness about the need for donation across Western New York.

Macy has attended many events with her mother, Tiffany, as an ambassador for Unyts, sharing their story of transplantation. In 2016, Macy attended her first Transplant Games as a member of Team Buffalo. She was the team’s youngest athlete, but one that had a big impact. At just 10 years old, Macy has been through more than most kids her age, but she has used her experiences in a positive way to make a difference in her community.

Macy’s Story

Macy Alexander-Childs received a small intestines transplant in April 2008, just six days short of her first birthday. Macy and her family will be forever grateful for her donor, and have devoted their time since Macy was 5 years old to helping Unyts further awareness about the need for donation across Western New York.

Macy has attended many events with her mother, Tiffany, as an ambassador for Unyts, sharing their story of transplantation. She has engaged the Girl Scouts in getting involved in our Gift of Life mission through tours of Unyts, hands on activities, and speakers. Macy has appeared in a PSA for Unyts sharing her story, and has been the subject of a number of media stories that have focused on the need for registering as a donor and the importance of transplantation.

In 2016, Macy attended her first Transplant Games as a member of Team Buffalo. She was the team’s youngest athlete, but one that had a big impact.

At just 10 years old, Macy has been through more than most kids her age, but she has used her experiences in a positive way to make a difference in her community.