Now Recruiting — Los Angeles

Donate Blood for Research
in Los Angeles

Earn $50–$650 per donation. Your blood goes directly to medical research — not transfusion. Anonymous, HIPAA-compliant, and open to most donors including those deferred elsewhere.

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Why Los Angeles?

Los Angeles is a global hub for biomedical research — and that demand drives your earning potential.

Los Angeles is home to a world-class concentration of medical research institutions: UCLA Health, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City of Hope, USC Keck School of Medicine, and Caltech — each driving breakthrough research across oncology, immunology, and metabolic disease.


These institutions collectively run hundreds of active studies at any given time, creating sustained demand for qualified blood donors across a wide range of health profiles. From Westwood and Beverly Grove to Duarte, East LA, and Pasadena, Los Angeles donors are within reach of active collection sites serving major research programs. City of Hope is a nationally recognized oncology powerhouse, while UCLA and Cedars-Sinai maintain broad research portfolios spanning nearly every therapeutic area.


The sheer scale of LA's research ecosystem — spanning academic medical centers, independent research institutes, and biotech companies — means Los Angeles consistently offers some of the highest match rates and highest pay in the Helio network.

What You'll Earn

Pay scales with your health profile. Donors with specific conditions are in highest demand.

Healthy Donor $50 – $100
Diabetes (Type 1 or 2) $150 – $300
Autoimmune Conditions $200 – $400
Oncology / Cancer History $300 – $500
Rare Conditions $400 – $650

Amounts are estimates. Final compensation is set by the study sponsor and confirmed before your appointment.

How It Works

Three steps from sign-up to payment.

1
Sign Up
Create your anonymous profile in minutes. Share your health background — no insurance required.
2
Get Matched
We match your profile to active studies at Los Angeles research institutions. You choose which to join.
3
Donate & Earn
Visit a local collection site, complete your donation, and get paid within days. No guesswork.

Conditions in Demand in Los Angeles

UCLA, Cedars-Sinai, and City of Hope researchers are actively recruiting donors with these health profiles.

Melanoma
Lung Cancer
Type 2 Diabetes
HIV
Lupus / SLE
Rheumatoid Arthritis
Colorectal Cancer
Psoriasis
Multiple Sclerosis
Healthy Controls

Los Angeles FAQs

Common questions from Los Angeles donors.

Where do I go for my donation in Los Angeles?
After you match with a study, a Helio coordinator will connect you with the specific collection site — often affiliated with UCLA Health, Cedars-Sinai Medical Center, City of Hope, USC Keck School of Medicine, or Caltech. Sites span Westwood, Beverly Grove, Duarte, East LA, and Pasadena. You never have to find a site on your own.
How often can I donate?
Frequency depends on the study protocol and specimen type. Most whole-blood donations allow participation every 8 weeks. Plasma and serum collections may allow more frequent visits. Your matched study will outline the exact schedule.
Can I donate if I have a chronic condition like diabetes or an autoimmune disease?
Yes — and you may earn significantly more. Los Angeles researchers at institutions like UCLA and Cedars-Sinai actively recruit donors with specific health conditions. Diabetes donors earn $150–$300; autoimmune conditions earn $200–$400. Your condition is an asset, not a disqualifier.
Can I donate if I'm HIV-positive or LGBTQ+?
Yes. Research specimen donation has no FDA blood bank restrictions. HIV-positive donors, LGBTQ+ individuals, and anyone previously deferred from traditional blood banks are fully eligible. All specimens go directly to research, not transfusion.
How fast do I get paid?
Most donors receive payment within 3–7 business days of a completed donation, via ACH transfer or digital wallet. Exact timing depends on the study sponsor.

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