Check Out Your Kidneys During National Kidney Month, World Kidney Day

26 million Americans—1 in 9 adults—have chronic kidney disease, and most don’t know it. In honor of National Kidney Month in March and World Kidney Day on March 11th, the National Kidney Foundation urges everyone to learn the risk factors and get their kidneys checked out. Early detection and treatment, may PREVENT the progression to kidney failure. Click here for schedule of free screenings.

NKF Art Contest: Vote for your favorite!

Art Contest

In honor of our 60th anniversary, the NKF launched a nationwide art contest. View the finalists and vote now.

National Kidney Foundation
"Make a Difference"

We have made tremendous strides in the fight against kidney disease since 1950, when the NKF was founded. At that time, there were no dialysis treatments or transplants, which meant that people with kidney failure simply died. Today, individuals and families with kidney disease can often enjoy rich and productive lives. As the NKF turns 60, we look back with pride on our contributions to the millions of Americans affected by kidney disease over the past 60 years. View the video below to hear what dialysis patients, transplant recipients and many others have to say about the NKF.

2010 Spring Symposium

The National Kidney Foundation, Inc (NKF)., is the major voluntary health organization dedicated to preventing kidney disease, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by kidney disease and increasing the availability of all organs for transplantation. The NKF achieves life-saving results today through the contributions of a generous public including participation in NKF signature initiatives such as the Kidney Cars Vehicle Donation program, Kidney Walks and the NKF Golf Classic.