NKF Serving Minnesota

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Email: nkfmn@kidney.org 
Phone: 651.636.7300

Who We Are

Big Ask, Big Give Programs

The National Kidney Foundation’s signature program, the Big Ask, Big Give is aimed at eliminating the kidney transplant waitlist and helping patients find a living donor. We are pleased to offer two educational workshops for patients—one for those interested in learning more about transplant, and the other for those in need of a living donor.

Nephrology Night

May 14

Please join us for this FREE professional education opportunity: Embedded catheter. 

Where: LifeSource, 2225 West River Road, Minneapolis, 55411

When: May 14, 2025, 5:30-7:30 PM

Dinner and drinks included. 

Register Now!

Kidney Kids Day with the Minnesota Loons

Honoring Pediatric Kidney Patients

Kidney Kids are invited to join us on October 4th to enjoy an evening of soccer, friendship, and fun! 

Where: Allianz Field, St Paul, MN 

More details and registration coming soon. 

Donate Life Day with the Minnesota Twins

Friday, August 8, 5:10 pm 

Join the Minnesota Twins for Donate Life Day as they take on the Kansas City Royals. 

More information and registration coming soon!

NKF Golf Classic

August 25, 2025
Windsong Farm Golf Club
Maple Plain, MN

The NKF 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 supporting the NKF and our mission.

Enter a team in one of two competitive divisions: the Handicap Index or Gross Division, providing you and your guests with a competitive yet social day of golf whether you are a low handicapper or new to the game. Top teams in both competitive divisions from each NKF Golf Classic are invited to compete in the National Finals held at the famed Pebble Beach Resorts (additional fees required) held January 15-18, 2026.

For more information about this event contact Jeanine Bigalk at jeanine.bigalk@kidney.org or 612.801.0729

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Minnesota Kidney Stories Blog

Learn more about the kidney community in our great state! Do you have a story to share? Contact julie.zamora@kidney.org 

Sarah Kaspari standing in the forest with lake behind her.

Sarah Kaspari dedicates herself to serving the teams that support Minnesota’s advanced heart failure and transplant patients and families.

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Marcia Ballinger, a leader in the Twin Cities executive search community, involves herself in an array of activities. Besides being a partner in Ballinger | Leafblad, she is an award-winning author, talented speaker, and serves on many boards. Her resume makes it clear—she donates her time to causes she cares about.

Charles Rice Headshot

Two decades ago, when Charles Rice was in his thirties, he felt invincible. A married hard-working man, he never imagined his life would change dramatically. The magnitude of kidney failure was beyond his imagination.

Make a Difference - Get Involved!

An opportunity for workplaces

Join the fight against kidney disease and create awareness with a hands-on, team-building activity assembling care packages for dialysis patients in your community. 

Reach out to schedule your Drive for Dialysis! 

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

1970 Oakcrest Avenue
Suite 208
St. Paul, MN 55113
United States

Email: nkfmn@kidney.org
Fax: 651.636.9700
Phone: 651.636.7300
Toll Free: 800.596.7943
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