American Kidney Fund
The American Kidney Fund is our nation's #1 source of direct financial assistance to kidney patients, and is a leader in providing education and outreach to those who are at risk for kidney disease. Visit www.kidneyfund.org
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Founded:
1971
 
American Kidney Fund
American Kidney Fund

American Kidney Fund November is American Diabetes Month! Over 24 million people in the United States have diabetes, the leading cause of kidney failure. Learn more about how exercising and eating healthy may prevent diabetes

Source: www.kidneyfund.org
The mission of the American Kidney Fund is to fight kidney disease through direct financial support to patients in need; health education; and prevention efforts.
Monica Harris Mayweather

Monica Harris Mayweather I am a kidney patient has had a transplant but is recently on dialysis I was just wondering if there was going to be a kidney walk this year? I would like to participate in things that going on in my county or surrounding counties

October 29 at 12:06pm · Report
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American Kidney Fund
Hi Monica! You just missed them! Our last Steps that Count walk was this past Sunday. To receive email updates about upcoming events and other kidney related news and info, you can register on our website (www.kidneyfund.org or http://www2.kidneyfund.org/site/Survey?SURVEY_ID=1500&ACTION_REQUIRED=URI_ACTION_USER_REQUESTS)
October 29 at 1:59pm
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American Kidney Fund
Also, if you are interested in volunteering, you can get involved with our Atlanta office. For more details, you can contact Noni Redding, Southeast Regional Associate Director, at nredding@kidneyfund.org. If you are interested in organizing your own AKF Fundraiser, you can contact Rhonda Watson, Director of Community Engagement, at rwatson@kidneyfund.org.
October 30 at 7:17am
Monica Harris Mayweather
Monica Harris Mayweather
Thanks I would love to do both.
October 30 at 11:03am
Antonia Brome

Antonia Brome where can I get info on starting a chapter?

October 27 at 7:00am · Report
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American Kidney Fund
Antonia, Thanks for your interest in the American Kidney Fund! To get involved with our nationwide community of volunteers, you can download our Community Fundraising Guide (http://www.kidneyfund.org/volunteer/). This has information about involving your local community in fundraising and volunteering. You can also get in touch with our Director of Community Engagement, Rhonda Watson, for more details at rwatson@kidneyfund.org. We look forward to hearing from you!
October 27 at 10:45am
Sonia

Sonia
In rememberance of very kind hearted, very gentle and sweet individual. We lost you this past week but we have not forgotten how you have always made us feel special, you made us smile and laugh and you taught us so much about ourselves. You protected us and we protected you fully. I miss you and you are missed by so... many. Words cannot describe the pain in our hearts but we do know that you are now resting in a better place. May you rest in peace, W.A.D. GO YANKEES!!! lLove Always,Read More

October 24 at 5:03am · Report
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American Kidney Fund
Sonia, thank you for sharing your story. We send our condolences to you and your family.
October 26 at 7:20am
Sonia
Sonia
Thank you! He was a co-worker of our who was out on leave since February 09. We learned of his passing on Thursday 10/22/09. He passed on the 19th of October. He was well liked by us all and we miss him dearly. He would be so happy to learn that his favorite team NY Yankees did it again and I know it would have put a big smile on his face! We love and miss you W.A.D.!
October 26 at 8:00am
Sonia
Sonia
Thank you American Kidney Fund for sharing this story!
October 26 at 8:01am
Susie Li Greci

Susie Li Greci I live in AZ and am desperately looking for a kidney for my mother with PKD. She has A+ blood type...she has less than 10% kidney function and needs a transplant...Please reach out if you can help. May God Bless you

October 23 at 7:48am · Report
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American Kidney Fund
If you have any questions about your mother's condition or what AKF can do to help, feel free to call our toll-free helpline (866.300.2900). Best wishes!
October 26 at 7:03am
Christie Wilson

Christie Wilson I am a 29 year old female living with PKD and I recently moved to the Phoenix, Arizona area and I was wondering if there are any chapters I can become part of here???

October 21 at 12:56am · Report
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American Kidney Fund
Hi Christie! Unfortunately we do not have an office in the Phoenix area. If you're interested in fundraising or volunteering, you can also see the "Volunteer" section of our website (www.kidneyfund.org) and download the Community Fundraising guide. To get more info about AKF, you can register for updates on our website. You'll get info about upcoming events, kidney news, health tips, and more. Thank you for your interest in our organization and best wishes!
October 26 at 7:00am
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American Kidney Fund Support Coins for a Cause! Visit participating TD Bank locations Sunday, Nov. 15 – Sunday, Nov. 22 to make a donation to the American Kidney Fund

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Every year, the American Kidney Fund raises thousands of dollars from special events to assist kidney patients in need of treatment-related financial help. Below are just a few of our events.
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American Kidney Fund Join the American Kidney Fund for Steps That Count, a walk for kidney patients,
on Sunday, October 25 in Downtown Silver Spring, MD!

Source: www2.kidneyfund.org
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Jeanne
Jeanne
I am looking forward to participating in the walk!
October 24 at 1:23pm
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American Kidney Fund American Kidney Fund’s First National Gala, The Hope Affair, Raises Over $600,000 http://www.kidneyfund.org/give-now/special-events/hope-affair.html

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Thanks to the generosity of the many individuals and corporations who are joining in the fight against kidney disease, our national gala, The Hope Affair, raised more than $600,000! More than 350 guests enjoyed a wonderful evening at the Newseum in Washington, D.C., on Oct. ...
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WASHINGTON--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Seven-time NBA All-Star Alonzo Mourning joined with representatives of Kidney Care Partners on Capitol Hill today to educate lawmakers about kidney disease and ask for support ...
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WASHINGTON (October 1)—In celebration of people who are living with kidney disease, as well as the individuals and corporations who are working to improve the lives of kidney patients, the American Kidney Fund will host its first national gala, The Hope Affair, at the Newseum on October 6.
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American Kidney Fund Join the American Kidney Fund for Steps That Count, a walk for kidney patients, on Sunday, October 4th around Pier A Park in Hoboken, NJ and Sunday, October 25th in Downtown Silver Spring, MD. Walk with us while raising funds to provide financial assistance to kidney patients in need. For more information, visit www.kidneyfund.org

Source: www.kidneyfund.org
The mission of the American Kidney Fund is to fight kidney disease through direct financial support to patients in need; health education; and prevention efforts.
GradyDialysis Shutdown

GradyDialysis Shutdown Hi everyone please support us for the cause. Please we need as much support as possible. Please ask more and more people to join this group, this is a request from all of the grady dialysis patients......Thank You

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American Kidney Fund Show your support for kidney patients! Visit the AKF store and order a Fight Kidney Disease ribbon magnet or 2010 AKF Calendar, featuring illustrations from this year's Calendar Kids!

Source: www.kidneyfund.org
The mission of the American Kidney Fund is to fight kidney disease through direct financial support to patients in need; health education; and prevention efforts.
Glenda Humphery
Glenda Humphery
@ Carmen, I think I would want to know if any of the tests that are taken before the operation with determine whether that person's heart is strong enough to go through the operation. I know my mom's heart was weak after the dialysis treatments.
September 25 at 5:35am
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American Kidney Fund
Hi Carmen! The American Kidney Fund Helpline is available to answer any questions you may have. It's toll free and available for English and Spanish speaking callers. 866-300-2900. Best wishes!
September 25 at 6:07am