Anthony Nolan

Anthony Nolan is a UK-based charity focused on stem cell transplantation and blood cancer care. Founded in 1974 by Shirley Nolan, the organization operates the world’s first stem cell donor register. Its mission is to ensure that every patient in need receives life-saving stem cell transplants through effective donor matching, research, and patient support. The charity manages the Anthony Nolan & NHS Stem Cell Registry, which includes the Welsh Bone Marrow Donor Registry and NHS Blood and Transplant’s British Bone Marrow Registry. It recruits donors as young as 16 and operates the UK’s first dedicated public cord blood bank. Anthony Nolan also provides post-transplant care, including psychological and financial support, and conducts research to improve transplant success rates and reduce complications. The organization collaborates with global registries to enhance international donor matching, significantly impacting survival rates for patients with blood cancers and rare blood disorders.