Join the Registry today to help save a life.
Donor Eligibility
- 18 to 44 years old
- Be in good general health (Please refer to our Medical Guidelines)
Where Do I Register?
- Request a Home Kit.
- Find a registration drive near you.
*At donor registry drives, we focus on recruiting new registry members ages 18 to 44. This is based on medical research that shows younger donors are best for patients and provide the greatest chance for transplant success. Because of this, doctors request donors in the 18 to 44 age group over 90% of the time.
If you are between the ages of 44 and 60 and want to join the bone marrow registry, you must do so online. You will be asked to make a $100 payment to cover the cost to join.
*Note: your registration is not complete until your swab kit has been received.
Estella talks about her need for a stem cell donor to help save her life. Please order a home kit and register with Be The Match. You could help save a life because the Cure Is In You!
When it comes to matching human leukocyte antigen (HLA) types, a patient’s ethnic background is important in predicting the likelihood of finding a match. This is because HLA markers used in matching are inherited. Some ethnic groups have more complex tissue types than others. So a person’s best chance of finding a donor may be with someone of the same ethnic background.
3 Steps To Save A Life:
Order a Swab
Once you order a swab you’ll get your swab kit in the mail in 2-3 days.
Swab Your Cheeks
You’ll fill out a form online to see if you’re eligible and swab your cheeks.
Confirm Your Email
You’ll receive an email from Be The Match confirming your donation.
