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Be the Match: Bone Marrow Donor Drive

In November 2010, 21 year young Nick was diagnosed with Hodgkin's lymphoma. Despite the grueling medical procedures Nick has had to endure, he has made Dean's list and has continued to keep his grades throughout. Nick's next hurdle will be a marrow transplant. His brother and sister are not a match, so his life depends on donors like you. Please get tested. It's easy: It's just a swab!


Thousands of patients depend on the Be The Match Registry~ to find a donor who can give them the chance for a cure.


Join us. Save lives.

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To join at the drive, you only need to be between the ages of 18 and 44, be willing to donate to any patient in need and meet the health guidelines.


Every $100 raised helps us add another member to the registry.

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Text MATCH 403 to 50555 to donate $10 Reply with YES to confirm your donation.

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