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Can I Still Be a Sperm Donor If I Move?

Being a sperm donor in the program at San Diego Sperm Bank is a great endeavor and benefits families across the US. Not everyone qualifies, so if you are an active donor, or thinking about joining the program but find that you are leaving the area, you may still be able to be part of the donor program! Donations must always be done in person; however, you may be able to start donating at one of our sister labs if you are moving to the right area. Seattle Sperm Bank, Seattle Washington Seattle Sperm Bank is the centralized location for … Read More

How Abstinence Affects Sperm Donation

A lesser-known fact about joining the sperm donation program in San Diego, until you join, is the period of abstinence required for any donation. All donors must abstain from ejaculation through any means between 48 and 72 hours. But why does this rule exist? First, we have to take a look at sperm production as a whole. How is sperm made? Sperm is produced by specific cells called spermatogonia cells located in the testes. Without getting too complicated, these cells divide a couple of times, change a bit with each division, and become sperm. It takes about 64 days to … Read More

Do More in San Diego with Extra Income

Joining the donor program at San Diego Sperm Bank comes with some great benefits. Including health exams with the physician, free genetic screening, flexible scheduling, and you get paid! Getting paid an extra $100 to $300 a week can really add up. But what does that extra money actually get you in San Diego? We looked around the San Diego and La Jolla area and found some great activities you could do with the extra cash you earn from donating. Activities Staying active will help keep your sample quality high for future donations and will give you a chance to … Read More

What Are We Looking For in High-Quality Sperm?

When joining our sperm donor program, the first step is a semen analysis. Our donors must have high-quality sperm samples to join, but what does high-quality sperm mean? We’re looking for samples that have a high number of sperm cells and sperm cells that move in a forward direction. These factors are needed to create a usable donation sample. Sperm Concentration The concentration is the total number of sperm cells present in the ejaculate. A high number is a great sign of a good quality sample, but they may not be moving in various directions, which is why we look … Read More

Earn Extra Money in 2022 as a Sperm Donor

With the COVID-19 pandemic still affecting so much of our lives, including making a living, you may be looking for opportunities to earn extra money in 2022. If so, becoming a sperm donor is a great way to consistently make up to $1,500 per month while making a positive difference in the lives of others. If you’re a healthy man between 18 and 39 years of age, we encourage you to fill out an online application for our sperm donor program. If you are selected as one of our donors, you’ll get $100 cash for each approved donation you offer … Read More

Age Limits and Other Sperm Donor Qualifications

Potential sperm donors must meet certain qualifications to join San Diego Sperm Bank’s program. However, some of our qualifications are often misunderstood by potential sperm donors. To help you understand why we need certain information, here are the reasons behind five questions included in our online donor application. Are You Between 18 and 39? Our donor program has an age limit of 39 years. Why? Because, as people age, both sperm and egg quality can decrease. And since each sample will be frozen, which can further decrease the number of motile sperm by 50%, it’s important to get sperm samples … Read More

Sperm Donation Facts vs. Myths

We regularly hear from potential sperm donors who incorrectly assume they won’t be eligible to donate for various reasons. So, to clear up these misconceptions, here we answer a few common questions and debunk some myths about becoming a sperm donor. Sperm Donation Facts and Myths Sperm donors must be at least six feet tall. Myth! Donors in our program are all different shapes and sizes, just like the people who rely on sperm donations to have children. Some families are looking for a donor with characteristics that are similar to their partner, who may be short or tall. Gay … Read More

What Does it Take to Become a Sperm Donor?

Becoming a sperm donor can provide a consistent way of earning up to $1,500 per month. But before you apply, it’s important to know that it’s not easy to qualify. In fact, San Diego Sperm Bank (SDSB) accepts only about 5% of the total applicants we receive. But with donor sperm in short supply across the country, SDSB is seeking healthy men between the ages of 18 and 39 to join our program. This article outlines what it takes to become a sperm donor at our clinic. How to Become a Sperm Donor First off, the process requires a bit … Read More

How the Sperm Donor Process Works

If you’ve ever considered donating sperm and want to know more about the process, this post is for you. Below we outline the steps to becoming a donor along with the benefits of being in our program. How to Become a Sperm Donor If you’re a healthy man between the ages of 18 and 39, we encourage you to apply. While it’s not easy to become a donor — only about 1% of all applicants are accepted — it can be personally rewarding and a good source of income. The steps for applying are as follows. First, fill out and … Read More

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How Much Money Can You Make Donating Sperm?

The COVID-19 pandemic has interrupted or altered so much in our lives, including making a living. If your job has been affected by the crisis and you’re looking for a way to earn consistent money each month, then consider becoming a sperm donor. San Diego Sperm Bank is currently accepting applications from healthy men aged 18-39 interesting is making a difference in the lives of others while earning up to $1,500 per month. Supplement Your Income Donating sperm is a great way to get extra income while helping families who need you. The additional income can help pay for school … Read More

Can I Donate Sperm During COVID-19?

So much has changed in 2020 it can be hard to keep up. But at San Diego Sperm Bank, we are trying to maintain consistency for our clients. So, for the foreseeable future, the following will schedule will apply. For Sperm Donors If you are currently a donor in our program, our San Diego lab will be open on Mondays, Wednesday, and Fridays, and we are still making appointments for blood draws. All visits are by appointment only, so donors need to schedule their visits using our online system first. Potential donors are free to visit on Tuesdays and Thursdays … Read More

What Motivates Someone to Be a Sperm Donor?

Like other living tissue donations, including liver, kidney, blood, and bone marrow, sperm donations offer a chance for life. Seattle Sperm Bank families would not be able to grow without our donors and we are so grateful for their generosity. But what drives someone to become a donor at SSB? To find out, we asked some men in our program why they chose to donate sperm. One of the men, donor #14057, said he donates to “help bring happiness to others that cannot otherwise have a family.” Marcellus, donor #12394, is sympathetic to the fertility conditions that drove clients to … Read More