NMDP (National Marrow Donor Program) is a global nonprofit organization focused on saving lives through blood stem cell and bone marrow transplants. It operates the largest hematopoietic cell registry, with over 22 million potential donors and more than 300,000 cord blood units. This extensive network helps match patients with life-threatening blood cancers and disorders who do not have family donors.
Founded in 1986, NMDP has facilitated over 140,000 transplants, with significant milestones including the launch of NMDP BioTherapies for cell therapy services and the introduction of cryopreservation for reliable transplant access. The organization provides comprehensive services, including donor coordination, logistics, and patient support, while also conducting research to improve transplant outcomes. NMDP emphasizes diversity in its donor recruitment efforts and collaborates with hospitals and blood banks worldwide to enhance its impact.
Mid-America Transplant is a nonprofit organ procurement organization and eye and tissue bank dedicated to facilitating organ, eye, and tissue donation in eastern Missouri, southern Illinois, and northeastern Arkansas. Headquartered in St. Louis, Missouri, the organization operates with a mission to ensure life-saving donations are available while honoring the wishes of donor families. It employs 193 staff members and has an annual budget of $39 million.
The organization provides various services, including donor screening, a dedicated recovery facility with advanced care capabilities, and DMV donor registration stations to encourage donor sign-ups. Mid-America Transplant also offers housing for transplant patients and their families through the Mid-America Transplant Family House. It engages in clinical research to improve donor management and shares transparent data on its impact in the community. The organization collaborates with hospitals, transplant centers, and tissue processors to maximize donation success and improve patient outcomes.