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02/27/2026

Drop a 💙 in the comments for this hero!

Nearly a decade after joining the NMDP Registry, Grace found out she was a match for someone in need and heroically said "yes" to donate.

"I'm so happy I could give a small part of myself to help someone else!" -Grace

Feeling inspired? See how you can join the NMDP Registry and be a hero like Grace 👉 https://go.nmdp.org/SignUp

02/26/2026

Juan's viral TikTok already has millions of views and helped inspire thousands of new sign ups for the NMDP Registry.

His son, Max, still needs our help. See how you can join the movement as a potential blood stem cell donor 👉 https://go.nmdp.org/supportmax

A father posted his first TikTok this month, in a last-ditch effort to find a bone marrow donor for his teenage son. His plea to the Latino community to join the National Marrow Donor Program went viral, and encouraged thousands of people to sign up.

02/26/2026

Becoming a potential lifesaver starts with a simple swab 💙

✅ Request a swab kit
✅ Swab your cheeks
✅ Mail your kit back
✅ Get added to the registry

These simple steps could mean everything for patients like Max. Here's how to gets started 👉 https://go.nmdp.org/supportmax

02/25/2026

"My freshman year, I joined the registry with a simple cheek swab. This September, I got the call that I was a match!" -Avery

After just a few days of preparations, Avery was able to provide a life-saving blood stem cells for a patient in need. The best part? She didn't feel any pain, just a slight discomfort 💙

For those eligible to join, you could be the one match that someone is waiting for. See how you can join the NMDP Registry and be someone's potential lifesaver 👉 https://go.nmdp.org/SignUp

02/24/2026

Not just once–but twice–Heaven got the overwhelming news that she had blood cancer.

Recently, her father passed away from a similar diagnosis. After months of chemotherapy and weekly spinal taps, the first 100 days following her blood stem cell transplant brought hospital stays and financial stress. Patient assistance grants help ease that burden so patients like Heaven can focus on recovery.

"I appreciate what may seem minor to others was a big help for me at the time. I love that there is a program for patients in my situation. I felt heard and honored that I was able to receive the grant opportunity from NMDP." -Heaven

If you or a loved one is facing the possibility of a blood stem cell transplant, learn about available financial assistance resources provided by NMDP 👉 https://go.nmdp.org/4lmN4BE

02/23/2026

"That's it to save a life? I would do it over and over again."

Raykell originally joined the NMDP Registry when her friend's son needed a blood stem cell transplant. When she found out she was a donor candidate for a total stranger in 2014, she faced her nerves and courageously agreed to help. Her donation helped to save Latral's life, and the two have since met and become close friends 💙

This Black History Month, we're honoring stories like Raykell's and how representation on the registry can help save lives. Learn more 👉 https://bit.ly/3WnDxQn

02/23/2026

Max needs your help 👉 my.nmdp.org/teammax

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Juan Uribe and the Uribe familyng, so the father of two turned to TikTok to spread the word about his teenage son, Max, who has a "very rare blood disorder."

📷️:Juan Uribe and the Uribe family

02/20/2026

"When Lisa came home from the hospital, I didn’t know much about transplants...I didn’t know how ill she would be, how weak she would be. That took me on a journey —not just [in caring] for her children, but [in caring] for Lisa, too.” -Joanie

❌ No one is ever truly prepared to hear a blood cancer diagnosis. And for those who step in to help, there’s no manual for navigating the physical and emotional toll of transplant and recovery.

This National Caregiver Day, help us recognize friends and family who step into this role with courage, patience and love. We also want to remind you that NMDP is here to help—offering free caregiver resources every step of the way 👉 nmdp.org/caregiver

02/19/2026

Taylor’s life changed during her junior year of college when she was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia.

What she first thought was stress turned into a life-changing diagnosis. An unrelated blood stem cell donor stepped up and gave her a second chance. After her transplant, Taylor turned her experience into action, inspiring hundreds of classmates to join the registry. Today, she’s a case manager here at NMDP, helping other patients navigate the journey she once faced herself 💙

More patients like Taylor are still waiting for their match. Share her story to spread awareness, or learn how you can join the registry 👉 https://go.nmdp.org/taylornmdp

02/18/2026

You don't want to miss this 💙

Last week, Zoey and her family met Deshaun, the heroic donor who helped give her a second chance at life. After being she was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia as a child, Zoe struggled through months of transfusions before her medical team decided a blood stem cell transplant would be her best chance at recovery.

Today, Zoey is back in school, thriving, with dreams of learning electric guitar! It's a powerful reminder of how research saves lives and donors help make it possible.

See how you can help more patients like Zoey by joining the NMDP Registry today: https://go.nmdp.org/SignUp

02/17/2026

February 17 marks GVHD Awareness Day—a day to recognize the impact of graft-versus-host disease and the real impact it has on transplant recipients and their families. For Tom, GVHD had a very real impact on his life post-transplant. "It was definitely hard," he admitted, sharing that at times he stopped telling his family about his symptoms because it felt overwhelming—for them and for him.

NMDP is proud to be a member of the GVHD Alliance, a network of partners for those living with GVHD and a resource for improving outcomes for patients worldwide 💙

This GVHD Awareness Day, we're encouraging patients, caregivers, and supporters to learn about GVHD and resources available. Learn more about the GVHD Alliance at https://www.gvhdalliance.org

02/16/2026

Back in 2021, Julia was diagnosed with severe aplastic anemia when she was just 5 years old.

After nine months of blood and platelet transfusions, she received a life-saving bone marrow transplant from a heroic donor named Erica. Now, Julia's back to singing and dancing and has even gotten close with her donor's family 💙

Tomorrow, on Random Acts of Kindness Day, your generous gift can help more patients like Julia get the second chance they deserve. With funding for crucial research, patient assistance, and growing the NMDP Registry, your financial donation can have incredible impact.

Give today 👇