Kidney Walks
The Kidney Walk is the nation's largest walk to fight kidney disease. Held in nearly 100 communities, the event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk. Take a lifesaving step today and sign up for a walk below.
Join us at the Columbia Kidney Walk - March 15
Join us at the Charleston Kidney Walk - March 22
Join us at the Upstate Kidney Walk - April 26
NKF Golf Classic
The NKF Golf Classic is the nation's premier amateur golf event for charity. The top 5-finishing teams (Gross and Handicap Index Divisions combined) from every local NKF Golf Classic are invited to compete in the National Finals held at the famed Pebble Beach Resorts (additional fees required).
Cassique Golf Club, Johns Island, SC - Tuesday, June 2, 2015
Thornblade Club, Greer, SC - Monday, September 15, 2015
Cobblestone Park Golf Club, Columbia, SC - Friday, October 23, 2015
Your Kidneys and You Free Training
Want to educate others about kidney health? Learn how to present this easy 20 minute presentation to friends, family, colleagues, churches, community centers, schools, and more!
November 4, 2014
January 13, 2015
March 3, 2015
Please register 2 weeks prior to training to Henry Well, ext (803) 799-3870 x110.
Webinar and conference call number will be emailed once registered.
Upcoming Patient Empowerment Workshop
Coming Soon to Columbia, SC, in September 2015
NKF Professional Membership Meetings
The Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN) and the Council of Nephrology Social Workers (CNSW) meets quarterly in Columbia, SC.
For more information please call: (803) 799-3870.
CNSW Meeting
February, 12, 2015
CRN Meetings
Thursday, January 29, 2016 **
Friday, May 8, 2016
Friday, October 2, 2016
KEEP Healthy - Free Kidney Health Check
The National Kidney Foundation's community-based initiative to educate about the kidneys, risk factors for kidney disease, and steps to take to keep kidneys healthy and reduce risk.
Check-up includes: risk survey, body mass index (BMI), blood pressure check, free educational materials, and opportunity to speak with a health care professional. Click here for more information.
March - Charleston, TBA
March - Greenville, TBA
Kidney Cars Car Donation
Donate your old car, van, truck, or boat to help improve the lives of the millions of Americans affected by kidney disease. Donate now.
Kidney Clothes Collection
Schedule a next-day pick-up in Columbia or Charleston - 343-3332
By donating your unwanted household items and clothes, you can help fund life-saving services for kidney patients and those at risk in your community. A Kidney Clothes Collection truck will come to your home to take away your unwanted items. Please mark all boxes and furniture with a note indicating they are for the NKF, and a receipt for your generous donation will be waiting for you! Call to schedule your next-day pick-up today. Click here for more information.