In this powerful episode of The Stardom101 Magazine Podcast, host Stardom sits down with author, entrepreneur, kidney transplant recipient, leukemia survivor, and nonprofit founder Stacy Hobson. Stacy shares her incredible journey of overcoming chronic myeloid leukemia, living with Stage 5 kidney disease for more than eight years without dialysis, and receiving a life-saving kidney transplant from an altruistic donor in 2025. Through faith, resilience, and determination, Stacy transformed some of life's greatest challenges into a mission to help others. She discusses her memoir Yield, Heal & Thrive, the inspiration behind launching her nonprofit organization of the same name, and the urgent need for kidney disease awareness and organ donation education—particularly within communities of color. This conversation is a testament to perseverance, hope, and the power of turning personal struggles into purpose.
Stacy Hobson is an author, entrepreneur, blood cancer survivor, kidney transplant recipient, and founder of Yield, Heal & Thrive, a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting kidney donors and recipients while increasing awareness of kidney disease and organ donation.
After surviving chronic myeloid leukemia and living with Stage 5 kidney disease for more than eight years without dialysis, Stacy received a life-saving kidney transplant from an altruistic donor in August 2025. Her experiences inspired her memoir, Yield, Heal & Thrive, which chronicles her journey of faith, healing, and resilience.
In addition to her advocacy work, Stacy has owned and operated J Hunter Realty since 2005, helping educate and guide buyers, sellers, and investors throughout Tennessee and Mississippi.
✅ Faith can provide strength during life's greatest challenges.
✅ Organ donation has the power to save lives and transform families.
✅ Awareness and education are critical in combating kidney disease.
✅ Personal adversity can become the foundation for a greater purpose.
✅ Communities of color face disproportionately high rates of kidney failure and deserve greater access to education and resources.
Yield, Heal & Thrive provides support to kidney donors and recipients through:
The organization serves people from all backgrounds while operating from a foundation of faith and service.
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