NKF Serving Eastern Missouri, Metro East and Arkansas

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.

Upcoming Events

May 19, 2022, 6:00-7:00 PM CT Virtual Renal Roundtable | Zoom Webinar Link Sent Upon Registration
Discover more about kidney and heart outcomes with a treatment for CKD associated with T2D
Register here

For more information, please contact: Megan Schultz | megan.schultz@kidney.org | 314.961.2828 ext. 482

Thank you to our sponsor, Bayer!

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NKF Konica Minolta Golf Classic

The National Kidney Foundation Konica Minolta Golf Classic will take place on August 16th, 2022, at Whitmoor Country Club. Registration opens at 8:00 AM and the Shotgun starts at 9:30 AM. Click here to learn more about sponsorship, tournament play, or joining the planning committee for the event.

Contact Kourtney Ilbery | 618.839.0423 | Kourtney.ilbery@kidney.org

THE BIG ASK: THE BIG GIVE Finding a Living Donor

Saturday, April 23 at 1:00-2:00 PM
via Zoom

The Big Ask, The Big Give is an informative, engaging webinar that teaches the best, most effective strategies and tips for finding potential living donors. Find out answers to your common concerns, learn how to tell your story, network with other kidney patients and families, and learn how to use social media and other tools to ask people to consider kidney donation.

Contact: Megan Schultz | 314.961.2828 ext. 482

Thank you to our sponsor, SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital!

NKF Serving Eastern Missouri, Metro East and Arkansas 2022 Big Ask Big Give Sponsors

Kidney Social Summit

Sunday, February 6, 2022
Via Zoom from the Comfort of Your Own Home

The Kidney Social Summit is a free, annual educational symposium targeted toward kidney patients, their caregivers, and the general community who are looking to increase their knowledge of kidney health. Esteemed panelists, including healthcare professionals, patients, NKF supporters and staff, will share their robust knowledge on important topics connected to kidney basics, lifestyle, and holistic wellness. Contact: Megan Schultz | megan.schultz@kidney.org | 314.961.2828 ext. 482

NKF Serving Eastern Missouri, Metro East and Arkansas 2022 Kidney Social Summit Sponsors

Your Kidneys and You

Looking to increase your knowledge of kidney health? Your Kidneys and You was developed to raise awareness about kidneys, risk factors for kidney disease, and what can be done to protect your kidneys. Join us for a community presentation to learn simple, healthy-living strategies for your kidneys and leave with community-based resources that can help you make changes.

Contact: Megan Schultz | 314.961.2828 ext. 482

Gift of Life Gala

Saturday, November 12, 2022
St. Louis Aquarium

The 2022 Gift of Life Gala is a celebration of good food, great drinks, and inspiring stories. This signature event is an ideal opportunity to interact with a sophisticated audience who appreciates your commitment to our community. With high visibility within the healthcare arena, the Gala is well attended and sponsored by area hospitals, nephrologists, nephrology nurse practitioners, transplant providers, and those who care for patients with CKD such as cardiologists and nurse practitioners. Contact Kourtney Ilbery | 618.839.0423 | Kourtney.ilbery@kidney.org

Volunteer Opportunities

2022 STL Kidney Walk | Sunday, March 27, 2022 | more information here

Click here to see all volunteer opportunities or contact Kourtney Ilbery at 314.961.2828 ext. 487 or kourtney.ilbery@kidney.org

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.

Contact: Kourtney Ilbery | 618.839.0423

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 Eastern Missouri, Metro East and Arkansas today!

Donate online or call 800.488.CARS (2277).

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