NKF Serving Iowa & Nebraska

NKF Iowa and Nebraska

Welcome! We're Glad You're Here.

Who We Are

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.

This year, NKF is celebrating 75 years of transforming kidney health. 

Make a Difference!
IA Kidney Walk

Kidney Walk 2026

Walk with us! Join us for the 2026 Iowa Kidney Walk on Sunday, October 11 at 1:00 pm. 
The Walk will take place at Racoon River Park.

See you in October!

 

Register Today!
Nephrology Night Series

Nephrology Night Series

Professional Education and Networking

Nephrology Night is a professional education event where kidney experts share the latest updates on rare kidney diseases, including new diagnostic tools, treatments, and care approaches. Join us for an evening of learning, discussion, and connection with others interested in kidney health. 

Target Audience:
Physicians, Transplant Surgeons, Nurse Practitioners, Physician Assistants, Pharmacists, Social Workers, Dieticians, Researchers, Fellows, and Medical Students.

The lecture and dinner are complimentary, but registration is required. 

UPCOMING DATES: 

IOWA

  • September 9: A Practical Approach to C3G/IC-MPGN in the Era of Targeted Therapeutics - REGISTER HERE! 

NEBRASKA

  • September 29: Navigating IgA Nephropathy: Pathogenesis, the 4-HIT Process, and Treatment Selection - REGISTER HERE! 

 

Volunteer Opportunities

37 million Americans are battling with Kidney Disease. You can help by simply volunteering a few hours of your time! Join us at one of our events or in the office to help spread the word about the 1 in 3 people at risk. If you’re interested in volunteering in Iowa or Nebraska, please email Julie Zamora at julie.zamora@kidney.org . 

Car getting towed

Kidney Cars Vehicle Donation Program

Turn your vehicle into cash for the National Kidney Foundation Serving Iowa & Nebraska! 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 Iowa & Nebraska today! Donate online or call 800.488.CARS (2277).

Need Help? NKF Is Here.

Get help navigating the challenges of kidney disease, organ donation and transplantation.
 
Toll–free 1.855.NKF.CARES (1.855.653.2273) nkfcares@kidney.org

Local Office

4225 Fleur Drive
Suite 137
Des Moines, IA 50321
United States

Toll Free: 800.596.7943
Phone: 515.440.0402 x463
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