AKF's Rare Kidney Disease Action Network helps ensure that the voices of people fighting rare kidney diseases are heard and amplified. By working with our educational, members help us amplify awareness about rare diseases and make sure that we are offering all the tools their patient community may need. Hear from members Ariana, Jason and Sherry as each they share more about their personal experiences of being diagnosed with IgA Nephropathy and learn more about AKF's Rare Kidney Disease Action Network: https://bit.ly/4hRE5H4
American Kidney Fund
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Rockville, MD 11,654 followers
Fighting on all fronts for a world without kidney disease.
About us
Recently named to NonProfit Times list of ‘2021 Best Nonprofits to Work' The American Kidney Fund (AKF) fights kidney disease on all fronts as the nation’s leading kidney nonprofit. AKF works on behalf of the 37 million Americans living with kidney disease, and the millions more at risk, with an unmatched scope of programs that support people wherever they are in their fight against kidney disease—from prevention through transplant. Through programs of prevention, early detection, financial support, disease management, clinical research, innovation and advocacy, no kidney organization impacts more lives than AKF. AKF is one of the nation’s top-rated nonprofits, investing 97 cents of every donated dollar in programs, and holds the highest 4-Star rating from Charity Navigator and the Platinum Seal of Transparency from GuideStar. Diversity We embrace the fact that each of our employees and volunteers comes to AKF with unique perspectives and backgrounds. We celebrate the diversity of our team, and we treat each member of our team with respect. AKF represents 37 million Americans with kidney disease and millions more who are at risk, and we involve and reflect the populations we serve. Equity We strive to ensure that everyone at AKF is treated fairly and has the opportunity to grow, contribute and develop professionally. We are committed to an environment of nondiscrimination in all its forms at all levels throughout our organization and programs as reflected in our nondiscrimination policies. We welcome job applicants of all backgrounds and provide a fair and equitable review of their applications. Inclusion Each of our employees and volunteers brings to the organization a unique cultural background, life experience, educational background, work history, talents and expertise, and we deeply value this diversity in our team. It is critically important to us that every AKF team member is genuinely valued and respected by colleagues & by the organization itself.
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http://www.kidneyfund.org/
External link for American Kidney Fund
- Industry
- Philanthropic Fundraising Services
- Company size
- 51-200 employees
- Headquarters
- Rockville, MD
- Type
- Nonprofit
- Founded
- 1971
- Specialties
- Financial support to kidney patients, Kidney health education, Kidney disease prevention outreach, and Advocacy
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11921 Rockville Pike
Suite 300
Rockville, MD 20852, US
Employees at American Kidney Fund
Updates
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Today, on Rare Disease Day, and on behalf of all those who live a rare kidney disease, the American Kidney Fund (AKF) proudly joins this international effort to increase awareness of rare diseases. Learn more: https://bit.ly/3XpDT9U
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On March 1, AKF will kick off #KidneyMonth to shine a spotlight on kidney disease, elevate kidney community voices, empower those at risk of developing kidney disease to prevent it and help people living with kidney disease live longer, healthier lives. Read more: https://bit.ly/3QEX2AO
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Dr. Pranav Garimella, Chief Medical Officer of the American Kidney Fund, sat down with Dr. Vasishta Tatapudi of NYU Langone Health for a deep dive into xenotransplantation and what it means for the kidney community. Their conversation explored the groundbreaking potential of animal-to-human kidney transplants, the risks and ethical considerations involved, and the latest developments in FDA-approved clinical trials. Watch the full interview: https://bit.ly/4khsp23
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In honor of #BlackHistoryMonth, AKF is celebrating AKF Board of Trustees Chair Dr. Silas Norman. Throughout his career as a transplant nephrologist, Dr. Norman has worked to advance health equity and advocate for improvements to health care and quality of life for people living with kidney disease. Get to know more about Dr. Norman in this Q&A: https://bit.ly/419R2Vl
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Join us on Tuesday, March 4 at 10 am ET for our virtual Congressional Briefing – "Genetic Testing: Is It the Right Choice for You?" moderated by LaVarne Burton, President and CEO of the American Kidney Fund. Attend this virtual Kidney Action Week session to learn more about genetic causes of kidney disease, who should consider testing, and the benefits of genetic testing and counseling. Learn more about #KidneyActionWeek and register: https://bit.ly/4hO2Sv4
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The American Kidney Fund will host its sixth annual Kidney Action Week from March 3-7. Join us for a week of live virtual sessions about kidney disease prevention and management, diversifying clinical trails, transplants, genetic testing and more. Whether you're a dialysis technician, dietitian, nephrologist or healthcare professional, this week is a great opportunity to connect with the renal community. Learn more and register: https://bit.ly/4hO2Sv4
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“Every community is different. Every community has its challenges and every community has its strengths. But the one thing we need in all communities is education about chronic kidney disease.” - Nicole Bates, AKF Kidney Health Coach Learn more about how Kidney Health Coaches like Nicole are getting active within their communities through AKF’s free, community health education program: https://bit.ly/3tsnSAm
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🎉 A huge THANK YOU to Target for their incredible $10,000 Giving Tuesday grant they’ve awarded to AKF! 🌟 Your generosity will help us fuel our mission and recognizes the life-changing impact the American Kidney Fund has on the entire kidney community. Thank you, for helping us continue to make a difference for the 1 in 7 Americans living with kidney disease!
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United Therapeutics and eGenesis have received approval from the FDA to conduct clinical trials transplanting genetically modified pig kidneys into patients with #kidneyfailure. Researchers hope these new studies will provide better insight into the potential of xenotransplantation, or transplanting organs or tissues from one species into another, as a possible solution to the organ shortage. Read more: https://bit.ly/4gpgwDW
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