🏃 The Spring 37-Mile Challenge is less than ONE WEEK AWAY—kicking off on May 1! But why wait? Join us NOW to connect with our incredible community and fundraise to support kidney patients in need. You’ll also earn a FREE AKF Water Bottle and Cooling Towel when you get your first donation – and a t-shirt after you raise $37! 💙 👉 Sign up & start fundraising today: https://bit.ly/4jqFHrx
American Kidney Fund
Philanthropic Fundraising Services
Rockville, MD 12,057 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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Primary
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11921 Rockville Pike
Suite 300
Rockville, MD 20852, US
Employees at American Kidney Fund
Updates
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AKF’s Living Donor Report Card grades states on seven different categories of publicly reported legislation and regulations they have in place to protect living organ donors. Watch to see what grade your home state earned in 2025, and view the full 2025 Report Card by visiting our website: https://bit.ly/3sxpsku.
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💻 This #DonateLifeMonth, help your patients learn more about the #kidneytransplant process using our Transplant Toolkit. This toolkit includes information on eligibility requirements, transplant benefits and risks, the right questions to ask their care teams and more. Download: https://lnkd.in/eqEDQMbR
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American Kidney Fund reposted this
Patient Advocate, Kidney Transplant Survivor, Writer, and Public Speaker for Chronic Kidney Disease and Organ Donation
Did you know that kidney disease can be genetic? 🧬 APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) is more common in people of West and Central African descent, including those of African, Afro-Caribbean, and Latino heritage. If you have this genetic mutation, your risk of kidney disease increases, and it can progress much faster than other forms of kidney disease. As someone affected by an unknown cause of kidney disease, I know how important it is to learn about these genetic factors and take control of our health. Early diagnosis can help protect your kidneys and potentially prevent kidney failure. That’s why I’m working with the American Kidney Fund to raise awareness about AMKD and encourage you to talk to your doctor about genetic testing. 👉 Visit KidneyFund.org/APOL1aware to learn more about AMKD and how to take charge of your kidney health. Let’s start a conversation and raise awareness together. #KidneyDisease #APOL1 #AMKD #AKFAmbassador #AfricanAmericanHealth #GeneticTesting #EarlyDetection #KidneyDiseaseAwareness American Kidney Fund
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With AMKD Awareness Day right around the corner, AKF Ambassador Emani McConnell-Brent recently shared her APOL1-mediated kidney disease story with Essence. Read about her diagnosis journey, the impact of AMKD in the Black community and more: https://bit.ly/42Wrc9r Thank you to Vertex Pharmaceuticals for supporting our AMKD Awareness Day efforts and this article! #APOL1Aware
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American Kidney Fund reposted this
International Public Speaker | Kidney Health Advocate | Teen Program Coordinator at The Drake House | Student at Georgia State University.
Excited to announce my partnership with the American Kidney Fund this month for AMKD Awareness Day on April 29. AMKD Awareness Day is an important opportunity to spread the word about how genetics can impact kidney health. Black Americans and people of West or Central African descent are more likely to carry APOL1 gene mutations, which can increase the risk of developing APOL1 Mediated Kidney Disease, understanding your risk can be a powerful first step in protecting your kidney health. Join me in raising awareness and empowering our communities to take charge of their health. American Kidney Fund
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#DidYouKnow? 👉 Every month, AKF helps 130+ kidney patients move off dialysis by providing the financial support they need to access a lifesaving #kidneytransplant. 1 in 8 Americans on #dialysis struggle to afford the cost of care — but AKF is here to help. We provide critical financial assistance for health coverage, disaster relief, and essential needs, supporting both dialysis and post-transplant patients. This #DonateLifeMonth, explore the impact AKF has on the kidney community and discover how our programs can help assist making your patients' kidney transplant possible. Learn more today: https://bit.ly/3ETv41v
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🚨 Attention Kidney Health Coaches & Community Organizations! 🚨 Applications are CLOSING SOON — this Friday! — for the 2025-2026 Kidney Health Coach Health Equity Grants! These grants help expand the impact of the Kidney Health Coach program by providing financial support to community organizations and individual coaches, empowering them to host events and spread critical CKD prevention and management messages to at-risk populations. For the 2025-2026 grant cycle, AKF will award: ✅ 52 individual coaches with a $500 grant each ✅ 8 community organizations with a $10,000 grant each 🔗Application for Kidney Health Coaches: https://bit.ly/4j7gQcl 🔗Application for Community Organizations: https://bit.ly/4iFpTl1
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Last week, AKF hosted a session on APOL1-mediated kidney disease (AMKD) at the NATIONAL ASSOCIATION OF BLACK SOCIAL WORKERS conference in Richmond, VA. The session covered the importance of family health history and the influence of social determinants of health in assessing the risks associated with kidney disease. Speakers Andrea Moore, LMSW, Anika Lucas Sylvester MD, MTS and AKF Board Member Patrick O. Gee, Sr., PhD., JLC discussed strategies for implementing culturally appropriate methodologies and fostering multidisciplinary healthcare teams to improve kidney health outcomes within African communities. Thank you to everyone who joined us for this session, and thank you for helping AKF raise awareness and educate people about the impact of AMKD! #APOL1Aware
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Genetic testing is the only way to know if someone has APOL1 gene variants. Deciding whether to have a genetic test is a personal decision, but it can help someone know their risk for AMKD. AKF's guide can help your patients understand the risks and benefits of genetic testing. Download and share AKF's "AMKD: Connect with a genetic counselor" guide: https://bit.ly/44uzlTS #APOL1Aware
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