Have you ever stopped to think about the incredible team working inside you right now?

It’s not made of superheroes in capes — it’s made of your organs!

Each one has a special power, and together they make sure you can laugh, run, sing, and dream every single day.

Let’s take a magical journey inside your body, guided by our brave friends — the Donate Buddies!

🫀 Meet the Team: The Organs That Keep You Glowing

Harriet the Heart ❤️

Harriet is like the team’s drummer. She keeps the rhythm going — thump, thump — sending blood to every corner of your body. Without her steady beat, the rest of the team couldn’t move!

Lenny the Lungs 💨

Lenny fills you with the breath of life. He helps you blow out birthday candles, whisper secrets, and sing along to your favourite songs. Every time you breathe in, Lenny takes in fresh air and shares oxygen with everyone else.

Larry the Liver 💪

Larry is the clean-up hero! He filters out the yucky stuff that sneaks into your body and turns food into the fuel you need for energy. He’s the quiet achiever who never stops working — even while you sleep.

Katie & Kenny the Kidneys 🚰

These twins are the tidy teammates. They filter your blood, balancing the water and salts so everything stays just right — not too full, not too dry. Think of them as your body’s recycling experts!

Percy the Pancreas 🍭

Percy’s power is balance. He keeps your sugar levels steady so you can run, jump, and focus at school. He’s like a chemistry wizard — but much cuter.

✨ Why Do People Sometimes Need New Organs?

Sometimes, one of these team members gets tired or sick and can’t do their job anymore.

When that happens, doctors and nurses — real-life heroes — can help by finding a donor who shares one of their working organs.

That’s called organ and tissue donation.

It’s when someone’s gift of life helps another person get a second chance to live, laugh, and grow.

It’s the most powerful act of kindness anyone can give — and it’s why Donate Buddies exists: to help you understand that magic.

🦸 How a Donation Works (Made Simple!)

Let’s imagine Harriet the Heart gets very sick.

A caring donor — someone who decided to help others when they no longer needed their organs — shares a healthy heart.

Doctors carefully place the new heart inside, connect it up, and boom! — Harriet’s beat returns.

The new heart becomes part of its new family, bringing energy and smiles back.

It sounds like science-fiction, but it’s real-life science magic — happening in hospitals all across Australia.

🌱 How to Keep Your Organs Happy

Even superheroes need care!

Here are some easy ways to keep your own team strong:

• Drink water like Katie and Kenny love to! 💧

• Eat rainbow foods — fruit and veggies make Larry the Liver dance! 🥕🍇

• Breathe deeply so Lenny the Lungs feels fresh. 🌬️

• Rest and move — Harriet the Heart loves a walk and a nap. 😴🏃

• Say kind things to yourself — because a happy mind helps every organ glow brighter. ✨

💬 Talk About It With Your Family

One of the bravest things a young hero can do is start a conversation.

At dinner or on the drive to school, you could ask:

“If someone needed help, would we want to be a donor family one day?”

There’s no wrong answer — just a caring one.

Talking about donation helps your family understand what matters to you.

It’s how movements start — with one glowing question.

🌈 What You Can Do Right Now

Even if you’re still a kid, you can:

• Learn the names of your organs 🧠

• Share what you’ve learnt with your friends 💬

• Visit Donate Buddies to meet all the characters and play our quizzes 🎮

• Thank your body today — maybe write a “Dear Heart” note of gratitude 💌

Because every organ, every breath, and every kind word helps someone else shine brighter.

💖 Captain Buddy’s Final Message

“Heroes don’t just wear capes — they share kindness, knowledge, and hope. Every time you learn or talk about organ donation, you help save lives. Together, we’re the team that keeps the world glowing!” — Captain Buddy

⚖️ Disclaimer

Donate Buddies shares educational information to help families talk about organ and tissue donation. It’s not medical advice. Always ask a parent, teacher, or doctor if you have questions about your own health.