What is the designated service project for the 2025-2026 HOSA year?

The designated service project for the 2025-2026 HOSA year is the National Marrow Donor Program (NMDP). NMDP plays a crucial role in providing life-saving support through bone marrow and stem cell transplants for patients suffering from blood cancers and other serious illnesses. By selecting NMDP as the designated service project, HOSA emphasizes the importance of awareness and education surrounding the need for bone marrow donors.

In the context of this project, HOSA members can engage in a variety of activities such as registration drives to recruit potential donors, fundraising events to support research and patient care, and community education initiatives that highlight the significance of stem cell donation. This involvement not only cultivates leadership skills among members but also fosters a sense of community and provides meaningful contributions to health care and patient support. Such efforts align with HOSA's mission to promote health-related education and develop future health professionals.