NKF Serving Eastern Missouri, Metro East and Arkansas

2026 Kidney Walks

Mid Missouri Walk 9.13.26

St. Louis Walk 9.27.26

The Kidney Walk is the nation's largest walk to fight kidney disease. Held in nearly 60 communities, the event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk. Team and individual walker registration opens in January! For more information about Kidney Walk, how to start your fundraising team, or on becoming a volunteer please contact Melissa Miller.

  • Mid Missouri (Columbia) Walk- Stephen's Lake, Riechmann Pavilion
  • St. Louis Walk- Westport Plaza
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Renal Roundtable

Collaborative events providing physicians and advanced practitioners with a networking opportunity and compelling presentations on issues that are cutting edge and relevant to their practice. Program will be held throughout the year with highly regarded speakers and thought leaders in chronic kidney disease, and an opportunity for group discussion following the presentation.

For more information, please contact: Ra'Deja Johnson, Program Manager, 314.961.2828 | radeja.johnson@kidney.org.

Golf Classic

JOIN US ON THE ROAD TO PEBBLE BEACH

Beginning at Whitmoor Country Club on October 27, The National Kidney Foundation Golf Classic is the nation’s Premier Amateur Golf Event for Charity. Each year thousands of golfers from across the country participate in 30 events across the U.S. for the exciting competition and the chance to earn an invitation to the National Finals at Pebble Beach—while raising over $3 million for the NKF. For more information contact Steve Viola, steve.viola@kidney.org


8:30 Registration & Brunch
10:00 Shotgun start
Whitmoor Country Club
1100 Whitmoor Drive
Weldon Springs, MO 63304

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Celebration of Excellence

CELEBRATING EXCELLENCE IN THE KIDNEY COMMUNITY

Join us for the 2027 NKF Celebration of Excellence event for an evening of education, entertainment, good food, and recognition of those making great strides in the kidney community. Celebration concert performed by members of jazz bands in the Parkway School District. Contact Steve Viola for more information, steve.viola@kidney.org.

March 10, 2027
6:00pm - 8:30pm
The Sheldon
3648 Washington Blvd.
St. Louis, MO 63108

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More events coming soon!

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Volunteer Opportunities

Check out volunteer opportunities for the National Kidney Foundation, by contacting Tiffany Scheffler

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Kidney Walks

The Kidney Walk is the nation's largest walk to fight kidney disease. Held in nearly 60 communities, the event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk.
 

2026 St. Louis Kidney Walk

2026 Mid Missouri (Columbia) Kidney Walk

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Kidney Cars Vehicle Donation Program

Turn your vehicle into cash for the National Kidney Foundation Serving Eastern Missouri, Metro East and Arkansas! Vehicles donated to National Kidney Foundation have the potential to bring hundreds and sometimes even thousands of dollars in support of advocating for all kidney patients through education, research, and innovation. Donating is simple, the pick-up is free, and your gift is tax-deductible. Donate your vehicle to the NKF Serving Missouri, Kansas, and Arkansas today! Donate online or call 800.488.CARS (2277).

Culpepper Exum Scholarship

The NKF is excited to announce that the Culpepper Exum Scholarship is now open for applications in Missouri or Kansas!

Eligibility: Applicants must be on dialysis, post-transplant, or within CKD stages 2–5.

Email joanna.rogers@kidney.org for more information to apply!

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NKF Quarterly Language Flyers

NKF Quarterly Language Flyers

Please see below the NKF Quarterly Language Flyers for 2024. 

MO Ending Disparities in CKD Leadership Summit/Show Me CKDintercept

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Missouri Pilot Initiatives - Changing Lives through Transplant

The Show Me CKDintercept Initiative is a collective impact approach to improve population health in Missouri. Please click the link below to see the way transplant can positively impact lives!
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Local Office

9218 Metcalf Ave
Box 424
Overland Park, KS 66212
United States

Email: nkfemo@kidney.org
Fax: 314.961.0888
Phone: 314.961.2828
Toll Free: 800.489.9585
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