Egg Donor Compensation

Understanding Egg Donor Compensation and NCCRM’s “Give and Preserve” Program

At NCCRM, we recognize the incredible generosity and compassion it takes to become an egg donor. Donating eggs is not just a medical process — it’s an act of hope and kindness that can change lives. Every donation helps individuals and couples who are unable to conceive with their own eggs experience the joy of parenthood.

How Egg Donor Compensation Works

NCCRM provides fair and ethical compensation to all egg donors in recognition of their time, effort, and commitment throughout the donation process. Becoming an egg donor involves multiple steps — from initial screening and hormone therapy to egg retrieval and recovery — all of which require time, care, and dedication.

Compensation is not a “payment for eggs,” but rather a reflection of the donor’s contribution, responsibility, and willingness to undergo a structured medical process that makes a life-changing difference for someone else.

Our donor program follows the highest standards of safety, transparency, and respect, ensuring each donor fully understands every part of the journey before moving forward. All medical care, monitoring, and related procedures are handled by NCCRM’s experienced fertility specialists.

NCCRM compensates egg donors on a tiered basis, linked to educational achievement. We believe this structure rewards donors according to their background and ensures consistency across the program. If you are interested in becoming an egg donor, please complete this initial egg donation application form and one of our team members will reach out to you.

The “Give and Preserve” Option

For those who are considering fertility preservation but may be concerned about cost, NCCRM offers a unique opportunity called “Give and Preserve.”

Through this program, qualifying individuals can freeze and preserve their own eggs at no personal cost in exchange for donating a portion of the eggs retrieved to help another family in need. This innovative option allows women to both protect their own future fertility and give the gift of life to others.

Participants in the “Give and Preserve” program must meet specific eligibility criteria, which include age, overall health, and ovarian reserve guidelines. Our medical team will provide a detailed consultation to determine whether this program is a good fit for you.

Why Women Choose to Donate

Egg donors come from all walks of life, but they often share similar motivations — a desire to help others, an interest in medical science, or a personal connection to infertility struggles. Many describe the experience as one of the most meaningful and fulfilling choices they have ever made.

Donating eggs through NCCRM allows you to be part of a process rooted in compassion, integrity, and professionalism. Whether you’re exploring traditional donation or considering the Give and Preserve program, our team will walk you through every step with personalized guidance and medical care.

Interested in Learning More?
If you’re curious about becoming an egg donor or want to explore fertility preservation through the “Give and Preserve” program, we invite you to learn more here.

At NCCRM, we are honored to help women give the gift of life — while also empowering them to plan for their own future.

Sameh Toma

Dr. Sameh K. Toma, M.D.

Medical Director

Dr. Sameh K. Toma, M.D., F.A.C.O.G. is the Medical Director at the North Carolina Center for Reproductive Medicine (NCCRM), bringing over 30 years of specialized experience in reproductive medicine to patients in the Raleigh area. After earning his Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering from North Carolina State University, he completed his medical degree and residency at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill School of Medicine.