NKF Serving Ohio

Donation of Household Items

If you would like to schedule a pickup of small household items, please contact National Kidney Services at 614-351-2900 or visit their website nkspickup.com

Ohio State - Office Locations
Northern Ohio Office:
PO BOX 40555 | Bay Village, OH 44140
Phone: 440.465.0245
 
Central Ohio Office:
1491 Polaris Pkway; Box 268 Columbus, OH 43240
Phone: 614.882.6184
 
Cincinnati Office:
9674 Colerain Ave #297 Cincinnati, OH 45251
Phone: 513.961.8105

ALL OHIO

PEDIATRIC The Big Ask: The Big Give, First Steps to Transplant

If you were unable to join us for our recent BABG Pediatric hybrid program, please see this video. In this program, pediatric patients and families will learn about how to connect with a transplant center, the different types of transplants, and what to expect during the evaluation process and hear personal stories from kidney patients who have received a kidney transplant.

DRIVE FOR DIALYSIS

Help provide patients in Ohio with care packages to brighten their spirits and make the long-hours of treatment a little more bearable.  Sponsorship levels and personal donation opportunities are available.

Please select one of the Ohio links below for more information or to make a donation.

 

Northern Ohio

https://support.kidney.org/campaign/drive-for-dialysis-cleveland/c500331

Columbus

https://support.kidney.org/campaign/drive-for-dialysis-columbus/c512625

Cincinnati

 https://support.kidney.org/campaign/drive-for-dialysis-cincinnati/c512613

NORTHERN OHIO

2024 Patient Symposium

We hope that you'll be able to join us for our upcoming FREE program. This program will include virtual components which will be held on April 23-25, 2024 from 8:30am-9:30am via Zoom A Webinar and in-person event will also be held on Sunday, April 28, 2024  from 12:30pm-4pm at the Holiday Inn South in Independence, Ohio.

 

For any questions or further information, contact, Program Manager, Leah Adams440-465-0245

CENTRAL OHIO

Sponsors standing in a row in front of a NKF step and repeat at a 2024 Kidney & Transplant Symposium

Thank you for an amazing 2024 Kidney & Transplant Symposium

February 29th, 2024
Four people standing in a line at the local gala

Gift of Life Gala

Tuesday, August 27th, 2024

5:30pm-9:00pm

The Grand Event Center, Grandview Heights, Ohio

 

Gift of Life Gala is NKF of Central Ohio’s annual social event, with 150 medical professionals, business leaders, and members of the kidney community working to end kidney disease. Join us for an evening of music, networking, and celebration as we recognize the amazing work being done in Central Ohio.

 

For more event, ticket or sponsorship information, please contact Megan Haggerty

Three walkers standing holding a Lap Lead sign

Central Ohio Kidney Walk

Sunday, September 29th, 2024

8:30am-11:00am

Lower.com Field, Columbus, Ohio

 

The Kidney Walk is the nation's largest walk to fight kidney disease. Held in nearly 70 communities, the event raises awareness and funds lifesaving programs that educate and support patients, their families and those at risk. Join the 550 Central Ohio residents in their walk to raise money for the kidney community.

 

For more event information, please contact Megan Haggerty

CINCINNATI

The Big Ask: The Big Give at Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center on April 18th in Cincinnati, Ohio

The Big Ask: The Big Give, First Steps to Transplant

April 18, 2024

Join us on April 18th, 2024 for The Pediatric/Adult The Big Ask: The Big Give, First Steps to Transplant. During this program, patients & families will learn about #kidneytransplant and #livingdonation! For more information, contact Jaime Brown.

 

Thursday, April 18, 2024

1pm-2:30pm

Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center

3333 Burnet Ave. Bldg. D

Rm D4.65

Cincinnati, OH 45229

Four individuals holding signs of encouragement under a Kidney Walk Arch

Cincinnati Kidney Walk

Sunday, May 19th, 2024

Walk Begins - 9:00am

Fountain Square, Cincinnati, Ohio

 

We invite you to join us for the Cincinnati Kidney Walk on Sunday, May 19th at Fountain Square in downtown Cincinnati. The Kidney Walk is a day to celebrate with the kidney community while raising funds and awareness for kidney health & organ donation.  The Kidney Walk route is a mile & a half long and is family friendly, with additional activities on the Square. 

 

For more event, or sponsorship information, please contact Perry Hall

 

 

Willow Run Golf Course

SAVE THE DATE - NKF Golf Classic

August 5th, 2024

Shotgun starts at 9am

TPC River's Bend, Maineville, OH

 

We invite you to support our charity golf event, Cincinnati's NKF Golf Classic at TPC River's Bend on August 5th, 2024. Shotgun start at 9AM. 

 

The top finishing teams in both the Gross and Handicap Index Divisions from every local National Kidney Foundation Golf Classic are invited to compete in the National Finals held at the famed Pebble Beach Resorts  January 2025 (additional fees required).

 

For more event or sponsorship information, please contact Perry Hall.

Additional Support

NKF Peers

  • NKF PEERS is a peer mentoring program, where kidney patients are connected via phone with trained mentors who have been there themselves. Peer mentors can share their experiences with dialysis, transplant, or living kidney donation with you.  
  • Call toll-free 1.855.NKF.PEERS (855.653.7337) or email nkfpeers@kidney.org

NKF Cares

  • Our Patient Information Help Line, NKF Cares, offers support for people affected by kidney disease, organ donation or transplantation. It's designed just for patients, family members and care partners. Speak with a trained specialist who will answer your questions and listen to your concerns
  • Call toll–free 1.855.NKF.CARES  (1.855.653.2273)  or email nkfcares@kidney.org

Kidney-Friendly Recipes

Are you looking for new kidney-friendly recipes? Regardless of which CKD stage you are in, there is a recipe for you to enjoy! Start your cooking journey now!

Kidney Pathways

Take control of your kidney health. Answer a few questions and we will provide you with information about your kidney health.

A to Z Health Guide

Alphabetical list of additional kidney topics and support.

Ohio Organ Donor Registry

Did you know that more than 106,000 Americans and 3,000 Ohioans are currently on the national waiting list for a life-saving organ transplant?  There are currently over 90,000 people in the US waiting for a kidney. To learn more about registering to be an organ donor or even a living donor, visit the Donate Life Ohio link below.

Ways to Support

Donate

To send a physical check to one of the Ohio offices, please use one of the addresses below:

  • Northern Ohio - PO BOX 40555 | Bay Village, OH 44140
  • Central Ohio - 1491 Polaris Pkway; Box 268 Columbus, OH 43240
  • Cincinnati - 9674 Colerain Ave #297 Cincinnati, OH 45251

If you would prefer to make an online donation, please visit the link below.

Advocate

Are you interested in becoming an advocate? NKF is the largest, most comprehensive longstanding patient organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention and treatment of kidney disease in the U.S. If interested in using your voice to help advocate for kidney patients or donors, please visit the link below.

Donate Your Car

Do you have a car sitting in your driveway looking for a new home? Look no further, we have the solution for you!

  • Call 800.488.CARS (800.488.227) or select your location to start our online form.
  • Fast, Free Pickup - 24-hour pickup. All on your schedule.
  • Save on Taxes - We handle your car. You get a tax receipt.

Thrift Store

Do you have clothes, small furniture or household items that you'd like to donate to a good cause? Kidney Services can pick them up, and proceeds will go to the National Kidney Foundation. To schedule a pickup, find out what items are accepted or request a receipt for a previously picked up items, please visit the link below.

Local Office

P.O. Box 40544
Bay Village, OH 44140
Phone: 440.241.6780

Upcoming Events

No upcoming events at this time. Please check back soon!