Baptists believe that donation is an act of charity, and decisions about donation and transplantation are up to the individual. In 1988 the Southern Baptist Convention encouraged voluntarism regarding organ donations in the spirit of stewardship and compassion, and to alleviate suffering. Bretheren Denominations have no official position on donation, but there is consensus among the National Fellowship that it is a charitable act as long as it does no impede the life or hasten the death of the donor, or does not come from an unborn child. Buddhists believe that donation is a matter to be left to an individual's conscience. The Reverend Gyomay Masao of the Buddhist Temple of Chicago says that they honour those people who donate their bodies and organs to the advancement of medical science and to saving lives.
Catholics think that donation is an act of charity, fraternal love, and self sacrifice.
Transplants are morally acceptable to the Vatican. In 1985 the General Assembly encouraged members to enroll as organ donors and prayerfully support those who have received an organ transplant. Church of Christ Scientists do not have an official position on donation or transplantation. Although they normally rely on spiritual means for healing, they are free to choose medical treatments. The decision about donation is left to the individual.