Save lives as a student

Students Saving Lives with NMDPSM is a community where students of all ages come together to raise critical funds for patients facing blood cancers and disorders. Together, we find cures and save lives.

Choose how you want to make an impact

Whether you’re part of a school program or starting independently, there’s a way for you to make a difference and help save lives.
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    Take action through HOSA

    Join NMDP through your HOSA chapter and take action through organized fundraising and awareness efforts.
    Learn how to register your chapter
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    Fundraise as a student

    As a student, you can raise funds that help patients get the life-saving blood stem cell transplants they need. Fundraise any way, any time! Your efforts directly support patients on their treatment journey.
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    Build an NMDP Chapter on campus

    Start or join an NMDP Chapter at your college or university to organize fundraising, recruit potential donors, and lead student efforts that support patients facing blood cancers and disorders.
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Why students get involved

Students like you are already stepping up—not just to help others, but to grow, lead and make a real impact on those in need of a blood stem cell transplant:

  • Make a real difference in patients’ lives
  • Build leadership skills and stand out for college or scholarships
  • Receive valuable service hours to show colleges your good heart—and ambition

How fundraising works

  • Create your fundraising page
    Set up your NMDP fundraising page and personalize your story in just a few minutes.
  • Share your story
    Invite friends, family and your community to support the mission and your fundraiser.
  • Make an impact

    Feel good knowing your raised funds are helping to support families through the transplant journey.

    Create your fundraising page

Real students. Real impact.

Join students across the country who are already showing up, leading fundraisers and helping save lives in their communities.
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William & Mary Law School

At William & Mary Law School, students have transformed learning about life-saving transplants into a cherished tradition—hosting an unforgettable pie-eating contest where faculty dive in headfirst to raise funds for NMDP's mission! This spirited event educates the community about the NMDP Registry, recruits new potential blood stem cell donors, and has raised nearly $2,000 to expand access to transplants and support critical patient research.

Free tools to get started

We're here to help you

Have questions or need help getting started? Reach out and we'll be happy to help.

Email: fundraising@nmdp.org

More ways to make an impact

Join the donor registry

Are you under 18? Pre-register today and we’ll send a reminder on your 18th birthday to join the official NMDP RegistrySM as a potential blood stem cell donor.

Pre-register to join the donor waitlist

Already 18 and ready to join the donor registry? Reach out to your NMDP representative to join and get credit for your chapter and school!

Don't know your representative? Email us at fundraising@nmdp.org