South Asian Patients Are Running Out of Time.

For patients with blood cancer, a bone marrow transplant is often their only hope. But for South Asians, the odds of finding a match are <40%. We are a student-led movement dedicated to closing this gap.

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Why This Matters

Genetic markers for matching are heavily ethnically linked. South Asian representation in donor registries is critically low.

<40%

Match chance for South Asians

79%

Match chance for White patients

South Asian registry share

Figures sourced from NMDP published data.View NMDP Stats

What We Do

Closing the gap through three pillars of impact. We partner withNMDP (formerly Be The Match®)to connect potential donors to the national registry.

Educate

Hosting virtual workshops to dispel myths and explain the science of ethnic matching.

Empower

Training student advocates to lead registration drives in their local communities.

Organizing official drives at temples, campuses, and cultural centers nationwide.

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Community Drive Sessions

Want to organize a donor drive but don't know where to start? Join our collaborative Community Drive Sessions. We provide the roadmap, materials, and support you need to turn your community space into a life-saving hub.

Step-by-step planning workshops
Official NMDP material distribution
Connect with experienced organizers

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Our Impact So Far

Small actions leading to life-saving results.

Awareness Sessions

What is Bone Marrow Donation?

Bone marrow is the spongy tissue inside your bones that produces life-saving blood cells. For patients with blood cancers like leukemia, a transplant is often their only cure. Joining the registry is simple: a painless cheek swab is the first step toward being a hero.

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