Raising Awareness, Saving Lives: David Manuel's Quest to Strengthen Families and Promote Organ Donation

In a recent interview on The Rashad Richey Morning Show , founder of I am a Father 5k and Director of Fulton County Arts and Culture , David Manuel , shared his inspiring story of overcoming health challenges and creating a movement that promotes organ donation and strengthens families.

Mr. Manuel, a former teacher in the Atlanta public school system, was inspired to create the I am a Father 5k walk and run after witnessing the impact of fatherless homes on his students. He also drew from his own personal experience with liver and kidney failure, which led to a life-saving liver transplant. This experience gave him a new perspective on the importance of health and wellness, as well as organ donation.

The I am a Father 5k, which is celebrating its 10th anniversary this year, aims to raise awareness about organ donation and promote strengthening families. Manuel emphasized the importance of being an organ donor, stating that one registration can save eight lives. He encouraged listeners to register to be an organ donor and to participate in the upcoming 5k event on June 8th.

The event will feature live performances, vendors, and a celebration of life. Mr. Manuel stressed that it's not just about the 5k itself, but about the community coming together to support each other and raise awareness about important issues. He encouraged people of all ages to participate, from three-year-olds to 90-year-olds, and emphasized that it's a family-friendly event.

Mr. Manuel's passion for his work is evident in his dedication to spreading awareness about organ donation and strengthening families. His story is a testament to the power of second chances and the impact that one person can have on others.

For those who are interested in learning more about I am a Father 5k and how they can get involved, Mr. Manuel encouraged listeners to visit the website here .

To listen to the full interview, click the link above.

Dr. Rashad Richey, host of the award-winning ‘Rashad Richey Morning Show’ on News & Talk 1380 – WAOK/V-103FM (HD3) (Weekdays 7am -10am), and the ‘Dr. Rashad Richey Review’ on SiriusXM’s Urban View (Sundays at 1pm and 9pm), was voted 'Best Talk Radio Personality in Atlanta' by readers of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution and named 'Most Trusted Voice in Atlanta' by the Atlanta Business Journal, making him the first African-American to receive these distinctions.