NKF Serving the National Capital Area & Virginia

Who We Are & Our Mission

We are the National Kidney Foundation office proudly serving Washington DC, Southern Maryland, and the Commonwealth of Virginia.

 

We are 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.

Upcoming Events

Simple Steps Can Save Lives!

Two more successful Kidney Walks in the books - Virginia & the National Capital Area! Because of the generous support from our sponsors, teams, walkers and their families, we surpassed $130,000 in funds raised! Thank you to everyone who came out to join us in the fight against kidney disease. 

Missed the Walks this year? There is still time to contribute to the cause.

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NKF Programs and Events

Snow and Sand and Salt ... Oh My!

Wash Your Car - You Could Just Save A Life

'Tis the season for winter driving, which means your car will see its fair share of muck on the road! If you purchase a car wash at Flagstop, a portion of the proceeds will be donated to the National Kidney Foundation. For more information and to purchase a car wash, click here: https://www.flagstopcarwash.com/support-a-fundraiser 

 

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44th Annual NKF Kidney Ball

March 28th, 2026

Now in its 44th year, the National Kidney Foundation Kidney Ball is one of the nation’s largest fundraising galas in support of the fight against kidney disease, raising more than $5 million in the past decade. The Kidney Ball shines the spotlight on this national health crisis that impacts 1 in every 7 Americans and serves as a call to action for the community to engage in spreading awareness and assisting those in need.

 

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How You Can Support

Donate

Donate today and help NKF make an impact in our local kidney community. All donations are 100% tax deductible!

Donate

Volunteer

Volunteering is a great way to give back, whether it is assisting NKF staff with a fundraising event, working the event itself, or simply donating your time or talent. 

Find an Opportunity

Advocate

Big victories are possible with your voice. 

Use Your Voice

Prescription Discount Card

The prescription discount card program benefitting NKF will not only help build awareness of CKD, but will make prescriptions more affordable for people with this life-threatening disease. 

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Let's Get Re-nal About Kidney Health!

NKF Hosts Renal Roundtables in Virginia and D.C. Area

1.) IgAN Renal Roundtable with Otsuka
February 26, 2026
6:30-8:30 p.m.
NKF/NCA
1600 Tyson's Blvd
McLean, VA 22102

The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) serving the National Capital Area and Virginia is pleased to host a Renal Roundtable on IGA Nephropathy in partnership with Otsuka on February 26, 2026, from 6:30-8:30pm at the NKF office in McLean, VA.

Renal Roundtables are free, locally based educational and networking events designed for medical professionals to receive the most up-to-date information and data pertaining to renal diseases. 

There will be a cocktail hour and networking session beginning at 5:30pm. The dinner and program will begin at 6:30pm.

Registration is required. No CME provided.


 

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We're on Social Media!

Stay connected with our office on social media! We love engaging with our kidney community. Follow the below pages for more information about upcoming events, programs, and helpful tips/information to help you live your healthiest life for your kidneys!

Local Office

1600 Tysons Blvd
Suite 330
McLean, VA 22102
United States

Email: infowdc@kidney.org
Fax: 202.244.7405
Phone: 202.244.7900
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