Why Donate?

Human milk helps a baby’s immune system, provides ideal nutrition for growth and development, and can make a huge difference in how well preterm babies do after birth. Human milk can help repair the preterm baby’s intestines should they become infected.

Donor human milk is dispensed by prescription only. Your breast milk will go to the babies who are most at need in hospital neonatal intensive care units—babies who are seriously ill or pre-term.

Donor human milk is lifesaving!

What is a Milk Bank Depot?

A milk bank depot facilitates the donation process of receiving, packing and sending milk to the milk bank. The depot does not screen donors or distribute donated milk. Those interested in becoming donors will need to contact the Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida for screening and donation materials.

WellFlorida Council–Healthy Start is a depot location for the Mothers’ Milk Bank of Florida. Depots raise awareness of non-profit milk banking and the need for life-saving milk, while providing a convenient local drop-off location.

Donating after a loss

We are deeply sorry for your loss. Many families find healing by donating their breast milk to fragile infants in honor of their baby. Every drop of donated milk is precious. Regardless of the quantity, we thank you. Please reach out to us for support and to begin the process when you are ready.