Convenience is key
Studies showed that a major reason some people hadn't joined the registry was just because they were never given the opportunity. Left up to their own devices, individuals rarely register on their own. This is why swab drives are so important, especially on college campuses. My research showed that about 78% of students would be willing to attend a swab drive to get more information and or register. Another 68% said convenience would be a key factor for bringing in themselves and their peers.
Some of our most successful drives have been held in high schools where teachers, parents, and seniors could easily register in the gym throughout the day. Especially successful drives are held in tandem with blood drives. My readings as well as my own research prove that there is a strong relationship between regular blood donors and people likely to join the registry. In America when we get our drivers licenses we sign up to be organ donors, why can't we swab as well like they do in Germany? It's not like an extra minute would really change the dreaded lines at DMVs anyways.
Some of our most successful drives have been held in high schools where teachers, parents, and seniors could easily register in the gym throughout the day. Especially successful drives are held in tandem with blood drives. My readings as well as my own research prove that there is a strong relationship between regular blood donors and people likely to join the registry. In America when we get our drivers licenses we sign up to be organ donors, why can't we swab as well like they do in Germany? It's not like an extra minute would really change the dreaded lines at DMVs anyways.
Eagle Scout Patrick Goldammer hosts a swab drive in tandem with a 5K in Waterford, WI in honor of his beloved aunt and Godmother Marina Peed. Who better to recruit than healthy athletes?