About us

The American Kidney Fund (AKF) fights on all fronts for more than Americans living with kidney disease. Thanks to our compassionate community, we can be there for patients wherever they are in their illness. No other organization has a more comprehensive approach, or makes a greater direct impact on patients' lives. 

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Our vision: A world without kidney disease

That’s why we’re on a mission of fighting kidney disease and helping people live healthier lives. We are working on ensuring that every kidney patient has access to health care, and every person at risk for kidney disease is empowered to prevent it. 

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Your support goes further with AKF

Here's what your donations to AKF helped us accomplish in 2023.

134 transplants monthly

134 transplants monthly

134 kidney transplants per month made possible with AKF's support, more than any other organization.

66,000 patients

66,000 patients

More than 66,000 dialysis and recent transplant patients were able to afford health care coverage and other treatment-related expenses.

More than $70,000 in disaster grants

More than $70,000 in disaster grants

More than $70,000 provided to nearly 300 kidney patients affected by natural disasters.

51 scientists

51 scientists

51 alumni and current AKF scientists advanced nephrology research.

6,000 kidney health coaches

6,000 kidney health coaches

completed our training course to educate others about the importance of living a healthy lifestyle

More than 200 kids and teens

More than 200 kids and teens

connected with their peers in our National Virtual Camp Program for pediatric kidney patients.

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Join the AKF team

Find a career that offers you a strong sense of purpose, knowing that you’re making a concrete difference in the lives of kidney patients and their families.

 

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Media center and newsroom

Find the latest on the American Kidney Fund's efforts to fight kidney disease on all fronts. View media contacts, press releases, news and more. 

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