[2] The Donor Sibling Registry (DSR) was founded in 2000 to assist individuals conceived as a result of sperm, egg or embryo donation who are seeking to make mutually desired contact with others with whom they share genetic ties.

The DSR has pioneered an international discussion about the donor conception industry and the families, with its research, media appearances, speaking engagements, and interviews.

This article led to national and international media coverage, giving the DSR enough exposure to grow its member base into the thousands.

[citation needed] The DSR has conducted and published dozens of papers in peer-reviewed academic and legal journals.

Due to changes in technology and the introduction of the commercially available home DNA tests, the ability of Donor Sibling Registry to be an effective use of resources may be outdated.