Join us for an unforgettable evening celebrating the National Kidney Foundation’s recent advances and accomplishments in kidney disease research, education, advocacy and prevention, while helping provide support to allow our Foundation to continue these efforts in the fight against kidney disease, now and in the future.
Guests will enjoy:
- Live Music
- A Cocktail Reception
- Dinner
- Our Silent Auction and More!
This is an evening you are not going to want to miss!
The Venue
The Anthem opened its doors to reveal its wonders on October 12, 2017. This state-of-the-art (we mean it!) venue is the anchor of the The Wharf; a $2 billion, world-class, mixed-use waterfront development located on the Washington Channel. Situated along the District of Columbia’s historic and gorgeous Southwest Waterfront, The Wharf is adjacent to the National Mall and is surrounded by some of the best restaurants, hotels and shopping DC has to offer. We look forward to seeing our Kidney Ball attendees kick off their shoes and dance the night away at this incredible venue.
2024 Honorees
Recognizing their outstanding contributions to kidney health advocacy and support, we proudly honor our esteemed 2024 Award Honorees, exemplifying dedication and compassion in the fight against kidney disease.
Mission Moment
Meet the Alagno family and follow their inspiring journey, from the challenges of kidney disease to the triumph of a successful transplant. Learn how with NKF’s support and tireless dedication and advocacy, they’ve saved their son’s life and become steadfast ambassadors for raising awareness about kidney disease and organ donation in their community and beyond.
Event Details
Your Hosts
At the mic this year, we welcome a pair of eight-time Emmy award winning news personalities (and NKF board members!): NBC4 Anchor Jummy Olabanji & Chief Meteorologist Doug Kammerer. Jummy and Doug will be your hosts for the evening as we rock the night away to raise awareness and support for kidney health.
Entertainment
This evening’s entertainment will be none other than the Bachelor Boys, one of the DMV’s premier live music bands. Come and dance along to all of your favorite hits at this year’s 42nd Annual Kidney Ball!
Silent Auction
Featuring exciting excursions, luxury items, and more. Coming Soon!
Our Mission
The National Kidney Foundation is revolutionizing the fight to save lives by eliminating preventable kidney disease, accelerating innovation for the dignity of the patient experience, and dismantling structural inequities in kidney care, dialysis, and transplantation.
“The National Capital Area has one of the highest rates of kidney disease in the nation, but the National Kidney Foundation is fighting the epidemic every day with innovative programs, advocacy, and community engagement. Together, with your support, we are helping our friends, family, and neighbors live better lives.”
Michele AnthonyExecutive Director at National Kidney Foundation Serving the National Capital Area
NKF is Saving Lives
Real Facts About Kidney Disease
Kidney Transplant Stories
Mindy Lam Trunk Show
We are so pleased to welcome back jewelry artist Mindy Lam and her daughter/kidney donor Kai Sia to the Kidney Ball on Saturday! They will be hosting a trunk show featuring Mindy’s exquisite jewelry and donating a portion of the proceeds to NKF. Our good friends celebrated the 10-year anniversary of the kidney transplant last year. https://shop.mindylam.com/
iHeartRadio Interview
Listen to Bruce Caswell, the 2024 Kidney Ball Chair and NKF/NCA’s Michele Anthony, who talk about the gala, this year’s exciting features, and the work of the National Kidney Foundation on iHeartRadio.