Live — Seattle

Get Paid to Donate Blood
for Research in Seattle

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 Seattle?

Seattle is one of the most concentrated biomedical research hubs in the world — and that means more studies, more matches, and higher pay for donors.

UW Medicine — consistently ranked among the top academic medical centers in the US — runs major research programs in infectious disease, oncology, genomics, and neurology. Fred Hutch Cancer Center is globally recognized as a leader in cancer biology and immunotherapy, drawing researchers and funding from around the world. Seattle Children's Research Institute brings pediatric disease research and rare condition studies that need a diverse adult donor base for comparative data.


Seattle's research ecosystem is uniquely concentrated — UW Medical Center, Fred Hutch, and Seattle Children's sit within miles of each other in the University District and South Lake Union corridor. Donors from Capitol Hill, Fremont, Ballard, Bellevue, and Redmond are all within easy reach of active collection sites.


Seattle's tech-educated, health-conscious population means donors here tend to be well-informed and well-suited to research protocols. Institutions pay accordingly — and studies here often come with the highest per-session rates in the Helio network.

What You'll Earn

Your health profile determines your pay. Oncology and rare condition donors earn the most.

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 Seattle studies at UW Medicine, Fred Hutch, Seattle Children's, and more. You choose.
3
Donate & Earn
Visit a local Seattle collection site, complete your donation, and get paid within days. No hassle.

Conditions in Demand in Seattle

UW Medicine, Fred Hutch, and Seattle Children's researchers are actively recruiting donors with these profiles.

Leukemia / Lymphoma
Solid Tumor Cancers
Type 1 Diabetes
Rare Genetic Conditions
Autoimmune Conditions
HIV / Immune Conditions
Infectious Disease History
Pediatric Condition Parents
Celiac Disease
Healthy Controls

Seattle FAQs

Common questions from Seattle donors.

Where do I go for my donation in Seattle?
After matching with a study, a Helio coordinator connects you with the right collection site — affiliated with UW Medicine, Fred Hutch Cancer Center, or Seattle Children's Research Institute. Sites serve donors across Capitol Hill, Fremont, Ballard, Bellevue, and Redmond. You'll never have to find a location on your own.
How often can I donate?
Frequency depends on the study protocol and specimen type. Whole-blood donations typically allow participation every 8 weeks. Plasma and serum studies may allow more frequent visits. Fred Hutch oncology studies sometimes require multiple visits as part of a longitudinal protocol — all details are disclosed before you commit.
Can I donate if I have cancer or a rare genetic condition?
Yes — and Seattle's research institutions are especially active in oncology and rare disease research. Fred Hutch Cancer Center is one of the world's leading cancer research centers. Oncology donors earn $300–$500; rare condition donors earn $400–$650. Your diagnosis is your value.
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 Seattle 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 and is confirmed before your first appointment.

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