“I never thought much would come of my decision to donate sperm during grad school. It felt like a straightforward choice, and I assumed anonymity would always keep things simple. Then, a message changed everything. A young woman, Sarah, reached out after finding me through a DNA test, saying I was her biological father. I was stunned but curious. We exchanged a few messages, and eventually, I met her and her family. It’s hard to put into words, but seeing the joy they felt—how they saw me as a meaningful part of their lives—was incredibly moving. What began as a practical choice has become one of the most fulfilling connections I’ve ever made.”