Pairings with Purpose
Join the American Kidney Fund at one of our long-standing signature events, Pairings with Purpose (formerly A Pairing for Prevention). Pairings invites attendees to enjoy an evening of great food and beverage pairings and meaningful conversation while networking with local industry professionals and raising critical funds for AKF's mission and programs.
Date: Thursday, September 17, 2026
Time: 5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Location: Catalyst Restaurant
300 Technology Square, Cambridge, MA
For the 11th year, the American Kidney Fund (AKF) presented a unique networking event featuring a New England culinary adventure. A Pairing for Prevention showcased an array of beverages paired flawlessly with delightful hors d'oeuvres and desserts. This event raised critical funds and awareness for AKF's mission and programs.
Take a look at all the fun we had together during the 2025 Pairing for Prevention: Boston event!
2026 Committee Chair
Matt Glazier - Kidney Advocate, Co-Founder Living Donor Assistance Program
2026 Planning Committee
- Dr. Steven Burke, SVP of R&D, Chief Medical Officer, Akebia Therapeutics
- John P. Butler, President & CEO, Akebia Therapeutics
- Maureen Franco, VP Edgewise Therapeutics
- Lydia Landesberg, Kidney Advocate
- Greg Madison, Biotech Executive
- Pam McNamara, Senior Healthcare Executive
96 cents of every donated dollar goes to patients and programs
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