NKF Serving Minnesota

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Email: nkfmn@kidney.org 
Phone: 651.636.7300

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.

2025 Kidney Walk

October 11 at Allianz Field

Your walk builds hope for a future without suffering—for every person in this fight. Your fundraising builds a better future for kidney patients, right here in Minnesota. 

By participating in the Twin Cities Kidney Walk, you’ll let others know they’re not alone. 

Doors open at 9am

10:00 - Opening ceremonies followed by Walk start! 

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 

When: October 4, fan appreciation events at 5;30, Loons game at 7:30 pm

Who: Pediatric kidney patients and their caregivers

 

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LOS PRIMEROS PASOS HACIA EL TRASPLANTE

Aprenda cómo se inicia el proceso de trasplante. Averigüe qué esperar durante todo el proceso del trasplante. Escuche a receptores de riñón y donantes vivos compartir sus historias personales.

ÚNASE A NOSOTROS
EL JUEVES 13 DE NOVIEMBRE
de 5:00 p. m. a 7:00 p. m. (HORA CENTRAL)
virtual por Zoom

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.

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 

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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