Sperm Donation

Become a Sperm Donor

Your Donation Could Change Lives Forever. Every donation has the potential to give hope, create families and make parenthood possible for people who need your help.

At Hull & East Riding Fertility, our sperm donors come from all walks of life. There is no “typical” donor—what they share is a genuine desire to help others experience the joy of becoming parents.

Whether you are considering donating for altruistic reasons or through our Sperm Sharing Programme, our experienced fertility team will support you throughout every step of your journey.

Become a Sperm Donor

You may be eligible to become a sperm donor if you:

✓ Are between 18 and 45 years of age

✓ Are generally fit and healthy

✓ Are willing to undergo fertility, infectious disease and genetic screening

✓ Can commit to providing at least 10 semen samples over approximately 10 weeks

✓ Are happy for us, with your consent, to obtain relevant medical information from your GP

Every potential donor is different. During your assessment, we will discuss your medical and family history to ensure donation is safe for both you and any future children conceived from your donation.

The complete donor journey can take between 8-12 months, as careful screening, counselling and mandatory storage periods are required to ensure the highest standards of safety and care.

Why Your Donation Matters

Your donation could make parenthood possible for people who cannot conceive without donor sperm, including:

• Couples experiencing male infertility
• Individuals wishing to avoid passing on an inherited genetic condition
• Men who have become infertile following cancer treatment or surgery
• Single women wishing to start a family
• Female same-sex couples

For many recipients, donor sperm represents their only opportunity to have a biological family.

Every donation has the potential to change lives for generations to come.

Your Donor Journey

1.  Enquire

Get in touch for a friendly, confidential conversation with our team and complete a questionnaire.

2. Initial Consultation

We will explain the process, answer your questions and assess your eligibility.

3. Implications Counselling

Specialist fertility counselling ensures you fully understand every aspect of donation before proceeding.

4. Health & Genetic Screening

You will undergo fertility testing, infectious disease screening and genetic testing to ensure donation is safe.

5. Donation

Provide a minimum of 10 semen samples over approximately 10 weeks at our Hull clinic.

6. Help Create Families

Your donation could help up to 10 families achieve their dream of becoming parents.

Your Legal Position

Donating sperm does not make you the legal parent of any child born from your donation.

You will have no legal, financial or parental responsibility for any child created using your sperm. The recipient individual or couple will be the child’s legal parents, and your name will not appear on the birth certificate.

Since April 2005, UK law has allowed donor-conceived people to request identifying information about their donor once they reach the age of 18. Before donating, you’ll receive counselling and comprehensive information so you can make a fully informed decision.

Expenses & Sperm Sharing

The Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) does not allow sperm donors to be paid for donating.

However, Hull & East Riding Fertility can reimburse donors for reasonable expenses of up to £45 per clinic visit, in line with HFEA guidance.

If you are undergoing fertility treatment yourself, you may also be eligible for our Sperm Sharing Programme, where your donation can help reduce the cost of your treatment. Our team will be happy to discuss whether this option is suitable for you.

Why Choose Hull & East Riding Fertility

When you donate with us, you will receive:

✓ Personal care from our experienced fertility specialists

✓ Comprehensive fertility, health and genetic screening

✓ Professional counselling throughout your journey

✓ A welcoming, confidential and supportive environment

✓ Clear guidance at every stage of the donation process

✓ The opportunity to make a lasting difference to families across Hull, East Yorkshire and beyond

Ready to Make a Difference?

Whether you’re ready to begin your donor journey or would simply like to find out more, our friendly team is here to help.

Your decision today could help someone experience the incredible journey to parenthood tomorrow.

Enquire Today – Contact Us.  

Alternatively, you can learn more about sperm donation by visiting the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) website.

  https://www.hfea.gov.uk/donation/donors/donating-your-sperm/

Page Last Modified: 28th July 2026