National Kidney Foundation of Illinois

National Kidney Foundation of Illinois Additionally, the National Kidney Foundation, its affiliates and divisions are leaders in the funding of medical research in the area of kidney diseases.

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois works closely with community leaders, healthcare professionals, and civic-minded corporate partners to improve the lives of patients and families affected by kidney disease. We provide educational programs and support for individuals living with kidney disease and their families, continuing education programs for healthcare professionals, and advocacy to

advance initiatives that directly affect the care and treatment of kidney disease. Over one third of the medical research funded in the United States for kidney disease is funded by the NKF, its affiliates and divisions.

08/21/2026

Mira el último episodio de Salud Renal y Más en Chicago:

Reminder: There's a Kidney Connections webinar next week! Bring your questions for Dr. Andrew Kowalski & take away pract...
08/20/2026

Reminder: There's a Kidney Connections webinar next week!
Bring your questions for Dr. Andrew Kowalski & take away practical nutrition tips and guidance to support your kidney health. Register today to save your spot! — https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/xv4za7q

Lions, tigers, bears - choose who you want to be thanks to our talented face painter!Our family program is coming up Sun...
08/19/2026

Lions, tigers, bears - choose who you want to be thanks to our talented face painter!

Our family program is coming up Sunday, September 13, 2026 @ Brookfield Zoo. The day is dedicated toward youth education on living with kidney disease & transplantation. We’ll be learning, crafting, making friends, and having fun!

Register today for a Sunday Funday — https://lp.constantcontactpages.com/ev/reg/5n7bc84

Our outreach team has been hard at work this weekend all across the state, educating people about chronic kidney disease...
08/17/2026

Our outreach team has been hard at work this weekend all across the state, educating people about chronic kidney disease and its two biggest precursors: uncontrolled diabetes and high blood pressure.

We participated in Congressman Danny K. Davis's Back to School Picnic, the Malcolm X College Community Resource Fair at their new West Campus, the Cairo Junior/Senior High School Back to School and Health Fair in Cairo, IL, and the Illinois State Fair in Springfield, IL, at the Senior Citizens' Day and Veterans' Day health fairs yesterday and today.

Our KidneyMobile team offered free screenings at the State Fair yesterday and again today in the Senior Building.

"As far as an everyday life, they said there's really only thing that I can't do anymore, and it's say that I have two k...
08/16/2026

"As far as an everyday life, they said there's really only thing that I can't do anymore, and it's say that I have two kidneys," she said.

Nick Bohn and Molly Clyden have a forever bond, after she reached out to help him when he needed it most.

Due to inclement weather, today's KidneyMobile screening at Calumet City Public Library has been canceled. To find more ...
08/12/2026

Due to inclement weather, today's KidneyMobile screening at Calumet City Public Library has been canceled. To find more upcoming screenings, please visit our website —

The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois hosts a series of free, kidney health screening events. Conducted from our one-of-a-kind KidneyMobile, events take place all across the state of Illinois.

2 weeks until the next virtual Kidney Connections! Log on & join us Thursday, August 27 from 6-7PM. Led by Dr. Andrew Ko...
08/12/2026

2 weeks until the next virtual Kidney Connections! Log on & join us Thursday, August 27 from 6-7PM. Led by Dr. Andrew Kowalski, we'll learn more about proactive kidney care and explore prevention. Bring your questions and take away practical nutrition tips and expert guidance to support your kidney health. Register for the webinar here: https://www.nkfi.org/kidney-connections

Join us for a day full of fun, friends, and learning. Our upcoming family program is taking place Sunday, September 13 a...
08/12/2026

Join us for a day full of fun, friends, and learning. Our upcoming family program is taking place Sunday, September 13 at the Brookfield Zoo!
Event is free, but registration is required. Register today at https://www.nkfi.org/families

Outside the Chicago area? Travel stipends are available — Hurry! Application deadline is Friday, August 14.

On this month's episode of The Journey Continues, Ceira Ostberg, a cinematographer, editor, and grateful transplant reci...
08/11/2026

On this month's episode of The Journey Continues, Ceira Ostberg, a cinematographer, editor, and grateful transplant recipient learned her kidneys were failing after a trip to urgent care. She shares what it's like to be young, healthy, and suddenly facing kidney failure. Plus, we honor Jaime Acevedo-Lule, whose five donated organs and dozens of tissue gifts reached families across the country. Watch now on YouTube or on the CanTV+ app:

On this episode of The Journey Continues, hosts Monica Fox and Sara...

Thanks to LaDonna and Ken for having Jackie Burgess-Bishop, FACHE on today to talk about the Kidney Disease Prevention a...
08/05/2026

Thanks to LaDonna and Ken for having Jackie Burgess-Bishop, FACHE on today to talk about the Kidney Disease Prevention and Education Task Force! WVON 1690AM - The Talk of Chicago

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215 W Illinois Street, Ste 1C
Chicago, IL
60654

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

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