Questions about kidney disease? Risk factors? Signs and symptoms? Are you concerned about yourself, a friend or family member? Ask Dr. Spry.
Our patient hotline offers support for people affected by kidney disease, organ donation or transplantation. It's dedicated to patients, family members and caregivers. Speak with a trained professional who will answer your questions and listen to your concerns. Call toll-free at 1-855-NKF-Cares (653-2273).
Have you ever thought about donating an organ? Organ and tissue donation helps others by giving them a second chance at life. Learn more about the donation proces–and how to become an organ donor.
You can estimate a GFR for adults or children using our GFR calculators or read a list of frequently asked questions pertaining to the current recommendations for the estimation of GFR. Start here.
Kidney Walks are designed to help people understand the need for early detection of kidney disease. In addition to raising funds for research and help for patients and their families, the Walk is a great way to bring the community together!
For more information about these and other events please visit our Events section.
Provides the latest information about legislation and policy relating to chronic kidney disease, transplantation and donation. The featured action alerts allow you to easily advocate to your Members of Congress on these issues.
Donate your old car, van, truck, or boat to help improve the lives of the millions of Americans affected by kidney disease. Donate now.
The Kidney Walk is a fun, inspiring noncompetitive fundraiser that calls attention to the prevention of kidney disease and the need for organ donation. In 2011, the Cleveland Kidney Walk raised over $185,000 and the Cincinnati Kidney Walk raised over $75,000 through corporate and community support.
Cincinnati Kidney Walk
National Underground Railroad Freedom Center
June 3, 2012
Northeast Ohio Kidney Walk
Great Lakes Science Center
June 10, 2012
The NKF Cadillac Golf Classic tournaments are the Premier Amateur Golf Event for Charity with 40 events held throughout the country each year from April through December, raising over $3 million for the NKF. Top finishers in local tournaments are invited to compete in the NKF Cadillac Golf Classic National Finals at the Pebble Beach Resorts - the only event of its kind where you can win locally and move on to compete for a national title at The Pebble Beach Resorts. Contact Amy Solmos Wayne, (440) 933-4909.
NKF's Kidney Early Evaluation Program (KEEP®) offers free screenings for those at risk. Through three simple tests that determine kidney function, the KEEP program is finding kidney disease at the earliest stage possible.
Thank you to all who participated in our 2012 Kidney and Transplant Symposium. If you attended the symposium and would like to download the program slides and supporting documents, click here. To complete the online evaluation and print your Continuing Education certificate, click here.
The National Kidney Foundation is again uniting local chefs, restaurants, and celebrities together in the fight against kidney disease. Chefs will create small dishes to be sampled by guests at the event. Complimentary photos with Celebrities will be available courtesy of The Columbus Photobooth Co. There will also be silent & live auction packages as well as live entertainment. All proceeds from this fundraiser will go toward the fight against kidney disease. More Info
Kappa Kidney Camp, a weeklong overnight summer camp for children ages 8 to 18 who have kidney disease or have had a kidney transplant. Campers enjoy typical summer camp activities while bonding with other kids just like them. Last summer 40 children touched by kidney disease attended Camp at no cost due to generous donations from organizations, corporations and individual donors.
If you are interested in supporting Kappa Kidney Camp or know someone who might be interested in attending or may be able to volunteer, please contact Alisa Parker, Community Outreach Manager, at (614) 882-6184 and help make a difference in the life of a child! Camp will take place June 24 - June 29, 2012, at Recreation Unlimited, Ashley, Ohio. More Info
Medical ID Jewelry - Provides patients with I.D. jewelry that will alert medical personnel to the specific needs of End Stage Renal Disease patients.
Emergency Financial Assistance - We offer patients limited funds on an emergency basis throughout the state of Ohio. All requests for Emergency Financial Assistance must be made by a renal social worker.
New Patient Packets - New Patient Information Packets are made available to all patients who receive treatment for kidney failure at facilities served by the us. Its purpose is to inform patients and their families abut kidney disease and of the variety of resources and activities we provide.
