Know Your Kidneys
Learn more about kidney disease and prevention3X Match: Research Is the Reason
We are at a turning point in the fight to end kidney disease. We must meet the moment.
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The Kidney Collective™
Real Stories of Real Strength
Our second season of the podcast features conversations about rare and genetic kidney diseases and the shared experiences that connect the entire kidney community.
AKF Living Donor Protection Report Card
Where Americans live can affect their ability to give the gift of life
The AKF Living Donor Protection Report Card grades states on seven different categories of publicly reported legislation and regulations they have in place to protect living organ donors and encourage living organ donation in each U.S. state and the District of Columbia.
We believe in kidney health for all
Everyone deserves to be as healthy as they can, no matter where they live, what language they speak or the color of their skin. But in kidney disease, race and ethnicity play a significant role.
Fighting on all fronts
From prevention and research through treatment and transplant, we are dedicated to making sure kidney patients have someone fighting by their side.
Know Your Kidneys
The American Kidney Fund is dedicated to empowering you on your kidney health journey. Whether you're looking to learn about kidney disease and prevention, discover the cause of your kidney disease, or understand treatment options, you're in the right place.
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Find support services in your community
Search for free or reduced cost services like medical care, food, job training, and more.
Find resources for patients, caregivers and professionals
No matter how kidney disease has touched your life, we're here to support you. Our medically reviewed library of resources is designed to give you the critical information and tools you need.
Your donation fuels our fight
When you give to AKF, you do more than make a donation. You provide lifesaving assistance when patients have nowhere else to turn. You demonstrate that someone cares. And you join us in fighting kidney disease on all fronts: from prevention and research to treatment and transplant.