Financial

Who will cover the costs of my blood stem cell donation?

There will be no cost to you. When a donor is matched with a patient, DKMS will cover the costs (including any travel, meals, or accommodation expenses that may be necessary). DKMS will also cover the costs for a companion to travel with you to the hospital. A donor’s own health insurance will never be used.

Whilst it is extremely rare to require follow up care, if it is ever needed, the donor’s costs will also be covered by DKMS. Other than that we are not legally allowed to make any payments or rewards for the provision of tissues, including bone marrow or blood stem cells for transplantation.

There are so many ways to get involved and support our mission.
You could help to raise awareness, join the register, or take on a fundraising challenge.