Ways to help as an individual

Register as a donor

The most direct way to help is to join the registry yourself. Registering as a donor is simple and involves a quick cheek swab. Your participation can provide hope to patients and their families. Register as a donor here. 

Run an online appeal

Running an online appeal is a powerful way to recruit more donors. By sharing your story and encouraging others to join the registry, you can widen the reach and impact of our cause. Learn more about starting your online appeal here. 

Get your workplace involved

• Lunch & learns: Organise informational sessions during lunch breaks where colleagues can learn about stem cell donation and how to register.
• Team challenges: Set up friendly competitions between teams to see who can recruit the most donors.
• Charity of choice: Encourage your workplace to select Stem Cell Donors Australia as their charity of choice, promoting our cause and facilitating donor recruitment drives.

Get your community group or sports club involved

Similar to workplace involvement, you can mobilise your community group or sports club to support stem cell donation:

• Educational events: Host events to inform members about the importance of stem cell donation.
• Competitions: Organise friendly challenges to see which group can recruit the most donors.
• Dedicated match days: For sports clubs, dedicate a match day to promoting stem cell donation and set up registration booths.

Raise awareness

Spreading the word about stem cell donation is critical to making it a social norm. Engage in conversations, share information on social media, and host events to educate others. 

Leverage local media

Reach out to local newspapers, radio stations, or TV channels to feature stories about stem cell donation. Your efforts can significantly increase public awareness and interest. 

Volunteer at events

Volunteer at our swabbing events activities. Your time and effort can help us reach more potential donors and raise vital funds. Contact us to join our volunteer list. 

Organise fundraisers

Create and host fundraising events such as bake sales, charity runs, or trivia nights. The funds raised can support our donor recruitment and awareness programs. 

Share your journey

If you are a donor, share your experience on social media or through local media outlets. Personal stories can inspire others to join the registry and dispel myths about the donation process. 

Advocate for policy change

Get involved in advocacy efforts to support policies that promote stem cell donation. Write to your local representatives and encourage them to support initiatives that help grow the registry.

By taking any of these actions, you can play a vital role in increasing the number of stem cell donors and potentially saving lives. Every individual effort counts, and together, we can make a significant impact.