NKF Serving Iowa & 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!

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:

Thursday, April 9: ANCA Vasculitis - Iowa City, IA

Register Here

2026 Kidney Patient Symposium

ONLINE

The Kidney Patient Symposium is a free online event for people living with kidney disease, families and caregivers. Join us for a day of learning and connection, with sessions designed to support you at every stage — from early kidney disease through transplant.

Thursday, March 12 

5:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Register Here

THANK YOU, Iowa!

Thank you to all the walkers and volunteers who made the 2025 Iowa Kidney Walk a success! 

We're excited for 2026 to be a BIGGER and better walk! To help plan next year's walk, get in touch with Heather Ohlensehlen at heather.ohlensehlen@kidney.org

See you next year, Iowa! 

It's not too late to donate!

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 . 

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

Email: iana@kidney.org
Phone: 515.440.0402 x463
Toll Free: 800.596.7943
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