Now Recruiting — New York

Donate Blood for Research
in New York

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 New York?

New York City is the largest biomedical research hub on the East Coast — and that demand drives your earning potential.

New York City is home to an extraordinary concentration of world-class medical research institutions: Mount Sinai Health System, NYU Langone Health, Columbia University Medical Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering, and Weill Cornell Medicine — together forming one of the largest research ecosystems in the world.


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 the Upper East Side and Kips Bay to Washington Heights, Murray Hill, and Midtown, New York donors are within reach of active collection sites serving major research programs. Memorial Sloan Kettering is a global leader in oncology research, Mount Sinai maintains one of the broadest research portfolios in the country, and Columbia is renowned for its neurology and neuroscience programs.


The sheer scale and diversity of NYC's research institutions — combined with the city's biotech corridor and pharmaceutical industry presence — means New York 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 New York 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 New York

Sloan Kettering, Mount Sinai, and Columbia researchers are actively recruiting donors with these health profiles.

HIV
Hepatitis
Lung Cancer
Type 2 Diabetes
Crohn's Disease / IBD
Multiple Sclerosis
Breast Cancer
Psoriatic Arthritis
Sickle Cell Disease
Healthy Controls

New York FAQs

Common questions from New York donors.

Where do I go for my donation in New York?
After you match with a study, a Helio coordinator will connect you with the specific collection site — often affiliated with Mount Sinai Health System, NYU Langone Health, Columbia University Medical Center, Memorial Sloan Kettering, or Weill Cornell Medicine. Sites span the Upper East Side, Kips Bay, Washington Heights, Murray Hill, and Midtown. 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. New York researchers at institutions like Mount Sinai and Columbia 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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