NKF Local Chapter Program

NKF has professional councils that represent the interests of certain subgroups within the general membership.

  • The Council on Renal Nutrition (CRN) represents dietitian members.
  • The Council of Nephrology Social Workers (CNSW) represents the social worker members.

These two Councils have local chapters, managed by volunteer leaders, that help carry out the mission of NKF at the region level. These local chapters provide education to professionals and patients in their communities.

Local chapters complete an affiliation application with the National Kidney Foundation when they are chartered, and then submit a renewal every two years. The open affiliation period for 2025-2026 is now closed. For more information about affiliating, please email membership@kidney.org. 

Local chapters may exist to support ongoing local growth and engagement aligned with NKF’s priorities set forth by the NKF Senior Leadership Team. The objective of a local chapter is to increase support, partnerships, education, and collaboration as we work toward our shared mission of improving the care and health of kidney patients.

In consideration of applying to be an affiliated local chapter, please consider whether you can support the following: 

  • Commitment to implementing programming to advance kidney education and care at the community level
  • Volunteer availability and drive for leading a local professional group
  • A network of local professionals looking for connection and willing to dedicate time
  • Positive representation of national NKF Professional Membership
  • Full support of NKF Local Chapter Policies and committed to operating accordingly

When the above are evident, groups will be invited to complete the affiliation application and affirm commitment to active engagement for a two-year period. 
 

NKF Professional Membership

All healthcare professionals participating in local chapter activities are encouraged to become NKF professional members. To get started please complete a membership application.