March is Kidney Month
More than just an opportunity to raise awareness, Kidney Month in 2024 is Kidney Action Month. When it comes to a disease that impacts 1 in 7 Americans, with millions more at risk, it's important to take action to protect and improve kidney health. Join us in taking meaningful actions on behalf of all those affected by kidney disease.
It's Week 4: Support the Fight on All Fronts
As we close out Kidney Month and 31 days of action, we're asking you to help AKF fight kidney disease on all fronts. This week you can take action by making a generous donation to AKF. With 97 cents of every dollar going straight to patients and programs, your gift goes furthest with AKF — and your gift will be tripled with a 3X match! Make your gift here.
Join us for a week of free online sessions about all aspects of life with kidney disease!
Don't miss Kidney Action Week, a free, weeklong virtual event from March 18-22! Connect with patients, nephrologists, renal dietitians and other experts in interactive sessions exploring treatment options, transplant, kidney-friendly eating, and research innovations.
97 cents of every donated dollar goes to patients and programs.
With your help, we can continue to make sure our communities are well equipped and empowered to fight kidney disease. Make your donation to AKF today and we'll MATCH your gift.
97 cents of every donated dollar goes to patients and programs.
Get equipped. Take action.
Understand the diversity and magnitude of kidney disease. View and share our facts about kidney disease infographic.
Preventing, detecting and treating kidney disease early is critical. Check out and share these 5 things you can do to protect your kidneys.
If you have diabetes or high blood pressure, talking with your doctor is a great first step to preventing kidney disease. Download and share this guide to help you start the conversation.
We are working for 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, there is a disproportionate burden on communities of color.
AKF is taking action by building out the solutions that tackle kidney disease disparities head-on, and we need your help.
Care for your kidneys
You are the most important part of your health care team. Whether you are at-risk of kidney disease or already have it, make sure you understand how you can best care for your kidneys today.
Test your knowledge and take our kidney quiz
Do you know what you don't know about your kidneys and kidney disease? Empower yourself and get the facts about kidney disease — how to prevent it, how to treat it, and more.
This quiz is purely informational and should not take the place of consultation with your physician or any medical diagnosis.
Join the AKF community
You're invited to join Partners for Change, a monthly giving program for our most dedicated supporters.
Be a voice for kidney patients and their families on Capitol Hill.
Learn how to join AKF's free, community health education program.
Support AKF anywhere, anytime and join a community united by a mission of fighting kidney disease.
AKF offers online courses that meet the continuing education requirements of health care professionals caring for patients with, or at risk for, kidney disease.
It is more important than ever to let your elected officials know that kidney disease is an essential issue for you.
Help us make happier and healthier communities
With all donations being MATCHED this month and 97 cents of every dollar going straight to patients and programs, your gift goes furthest with AKF. Make your Kidney Month gift now.
