Our organization was founded by a compassionate couple from: family with gay siblings who have personal experience with surrogacy. Their dedication and understanding, combined with decades of supporting gay, queer, and trans parents, have enabled us to develop programs and partnerships specifically tailored to the unique needs of the LGBTQIA+ community.
"After experiencing the surrogacy journey twice with different agencies, Donor Exchanges Surrogacy exceeded our expectations.Their staff was attentive, responsive, and genuinely caring. One of the standout features of Donor Exchanges was their Fixed Cost Program, which allowed us to make a single financial transaction, reducing stress and confusion. I highly recommend this agency to all LGBTQIA+ individuals!"
Donor Exchanges Surrogacy has been assisting the LGBTQIA+ community in becoming parents since 2002. We bring extensive expertise to the complex process of surrogacy.
Surrogacy involves significant coordination, planning, and legal work. At Donor Exchanges, we guide intended parents through every step, leveraging our expertise to simplify the journey.
Surrogacy is the only family-building option that allows LGBTQIA+ individuals and couples to have biological children. This process requires medical and legal expertise, as well as strong emotional support.
IVF creates embryos using the intended parents' biology and a donor. These embryos are implanted into a gestational carrier, who carries the baby to term. In gestational surrogacy, the surrogate has no genetic connection to the child.
Donor Exchanges proudlly supports transgender and non-binary individuals. Our lawyers specialize in surrogacy law for the LGBTQIA+ community and understand the specific needs of trans and non-binary parents. While some in these communities may be biologically capable of having a child, it may not always be the safest or most suitable option. We offer our expertise in surrogacy to help make parenthood a reality, providing a safe and supportive environment throughout the journey.
If you have questions about parenthood as a trans individual, please fill out our parent form to connect with an experienced parent intake associate.
Donor Exchanges undlerstands the concerns and questions that LGBTQIA+ parents may have, including:
How will my children fare with two dads or two moms?
Will my children miss out on something because of our family dynamic?
How and when do tell my children about their origin story?
How does the agency support the LGBTQIA+ community during surrogacy?
These questions are important to ask when selecting an agency. With over two decades of experience supporting the LGBTQIA+ community, the Donor Exchanges team can connect you with other gay parents through surrogacy who can share their personal stories.
Support System: Having a robust support system, including a partner (if applicable) and supportive friends, family, and community, is crucial.
Agency Guidelines: Parents should meet specific agency criteria, such as age limits and willingness to maintain a relationship with the surrogate.
Parent Form: For detailed inquiries about requirements, fill out our parent form to connect with a Parent Intake Associate.
Donor Exchanges assists in starting your egg donor search through the Donor Exchange Egg Donation Program, our partner offering a comprehensive database of donors for both fresh and frozen eggs.
This includes options for known donations and mutual matching between parents and donors.
Donor Exchanges coordinates all aspects of egg donation and surrogacy, simplifying the process and potentially reducing costs.
Surrogacy laws generally apply equally to heterosexual and same-sex intended parents, but certain nuances exist. Understanding your parental rights and the legal landscape in both your location and the surrogate's is vital. Donor Exchanges provides experienced legal support throughout this process.
A court proceeding that recognizes parental rights before the child's birth, available in some states.
A court proceeding that recognizes parental rights before the child's birth, available in some states.
A court proceeding that recognizes parental rights before the child's birth, available in some states.
A court proceeding that recognizes parental rights before the child's birth, available in some states.
A court proceeding that recognizes parental rights before the child's birth, available in some states.
Donor Exchanges' Matching Specialists ensure a good legal fit between intended parents and surrogates, considering state laws to safeguard your parental rights. A nurturing relationship with your surrogate is fostered throughout the journey for a successful outcome.
Donor Exchanges is committed to providing surrogacy support to as many intended parents as possible. To help offset the costs of surrogacy, Donor Exchanges provides exclusive financial assistance opportunities to our LGBTQIA+ intended parents.
Through a long-standing partnership with Men Having Babies, Donor Exchanges offers the following discounts for parents:
GPAP Stage ll - 1 pro bono Agency Service(s) per year
GPAP Stage I - 30%. Annual quota: 4 cases per year
Membership Benefts Program (MBP):
$1,000 off Gestational Surrogacy program
You can learn more about these fnancial aids and additional fnancing options, by fhilling out a form and connecting with a Parent Intake Associate.
Donor Exchange Surrogacy is committed to providing best-in-class support and understanding of the cultural and environmental needs of our LGBTQIA+ community.
