A group of people holding up signs in front of a tent at a pride event.
NMDP supporters volunteer at a summer Pride event

Get involved

You have the power to change lives. Use that power for good; join the movement. With NMDP, good goes a long way.

Become a donor

​​​There’s no one else quite like you—and that could make all the difference for a patient in need of a blood stem cell transplant. With your unique genetic type, you could be the donor match they’ve been looking for, their cure or treatment.​​

Donor stories

Brady holding a blood bag

A University of Rhode Island football player transforms a life by donating blood stem cells

Brady's donation story “blew up” on social, sparking an outpouring of gratitude and changing his perspective forever.
A man holding a bag of blood in a hospital room.

The importance of saying “yes” to donate blood stem cells

Jeremiah's childhood dream of being a hero took a real-life turn when he faced the decision to donate blood stem cells.
A woman carrying a small dog on her shoulders.

A simple swab launched Natalie's donor journey

A registry recruitment event led Natalie to an unexpected act of compassion, transforming her life—and someone else's.
Brady holding a blood bag

A University of Rhode Island football player transforms a life by donating blood stem cells

Brady's donation story “blew up” on social, sparking an outpouring of gratitude and changing his perspective forever.
A man holding a bag of blood in a hospital room.

The importance of saying “yes” to donate blood stem cells

Jeremiah's childhood dream of being a hero took a real-life turn when he faced the decision to donate blood stem cells.
  • A man wearing an NMDP shirt running in a marathon alongside other runners.

    Fundraise

    Raising funds is essential to saving lives through cell therapy. Donations allow us to offer grants to patients who face financial obstacles, support research that paves the way to new cures and expand the donor registry.

  • Two girls standing side by side, each holding an NMDP sign with cheerful expressions.

    Share our mission

    Raise awareness for all the critical work we do together by sharing our mission with your friends, family and others. By getting the word out, you multiply the impact we can make for patients.

  • Four individuals holding a check in front of a sign.

    Make a gift

    With a financial gift, you can unlock more cures for patients. Find out how your one-time gift, monthly donation or decision to include NMDPSM in your estate planning makes our mission possible. Together, we can ensure that every patient can receive their life-saving cell therapy.

  • Image of two women advocating for the protection of donor jobs with signs

    Advocate for patients

    Be a voice for change by standing up for patients. During this difficult time in their lives, they’re focused on the transplant process, not on pushing for new or improved legislation. You can help make their lives and those of future patients better by promoting policies and initiatives that support them.

  • Female golf team competing at tournament, wearing matching uniforms, posing on a golf cart.

    Attend an NMDP event

    NMDP hosts events all over the country. Whether you take ​part in a fundraiser​​     ​, marathon, auction or gala, the good you do is most impactful when shared with your community.

  • Two women wearing white NMDP shirts and sunglasses smiling with a dog outdoors.

    Volunteer your time

    There are so many ways you can get hands-on with NMDP. Whether it’s hosting a registry recruitment event, helping out at a fundraiser or mentoring patients and caregivers, volunteers help us make the impossible possible.

  • Two people wearing blue Creighton shirts swabbing to become donors.

    Join us on campus

    Saving lives can be part of your college experience. Gain leadership skills by setting up or joining a chapter on your campus, help us spread the word as an NMDP ambassador or get involved in our athletics-based NMDP Get in the GameSM program. See the kind of difference you can make.

  • A man relaxing next to a high-speed race car with the NMDP logo on the side.

    Partner with us

    Regardless of the size of your corporation, foundation, college, church or community group, partnering with us multiplies the good you and your team can do. Let us know how we can meet your unique philanthropic goals.

  • Apparel and drinkware advocating for saving lives with the NMDP logo, perfect for healthcare professionals and supporters.

    Shop for the cause

    Check out our online shop! You can stock up on NMDP merch and show your support while financially supporting patients with blood cancers or other blood disorders.

Help inspire others

If you're a donor, patient, transplant recipient or NMDP supporter who would like to share your story with us and others in the community, fill out our Publicity Consent Form.