Every day, someone begins a new chapter in their kidney journey. On Kidney Heroes Giving Day, August 18, your generosity helps write stories of hope, resilience, and second chances.
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You can help write the next chapter for kidney patients.
On August 18th, Kidney Heroes Giving Day, we’re celebrating the life-changing difference you make for people with kidney disease. Your early support helps write stories of strength, resilience, and resolution for kidney patients and their families.
And thanks to a generous match from Apellis, your gift will be doubled—up to $20,000.
Who will you honor today?
And thanks to a generous match from Apellis, your gift will be doubled—up to $20,000.
Who will you honor today?
Kidney Disease At-a-Glance
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1 in 3 adults in the U.S. are at risk for kidney disease.
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90K people are on the kidney waitlist, and 12 die every day.
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1 in 7 U.S. adults have kidney disease, and 90% don't know it.
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Volunteer your time and help bring positive change for patients, living donors and transplant recipients.
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Come see us! Connect with NKF staff in your area.
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Learn more about opportunities to join us: celebrate, fundraise or take control of your kidney health at an event near you.