Bridge of Life

10/16/2026

What a time in LA! Over 670 people reached through amazing volunteers, incredible partners, and a community that showed up in force.

A special shout-out to the LA partners who hosted these events, connected us with their communities, and built a bridge to education, care, and support. And to DaVita Kidney Care’s Community Health Experience team for their incredible leadership, energy, and commitment to making this work possible!

So many meaningful connections and reminders of the power of education and support to change lives. Thank you to everyone who gave their time and created spaces where people felt welcomed and safe to learn, ask questions, and share their stories. You helped people better understand their health and feel ready to take that next step. So proud of what we did together! ❤️

10/16/2026

As we celebrate 20 years of impact, the numbers tell a powerful story. Bridge of Life has completed 336 projects right here in the United States. Each project strengthens our foundation at home while empowering us to serve communities worldwide. Here's to 20 years of impact 💙

10/12/2026

20 years of strengthening kidney care globally! 🌎🩺

Last Tuesday we had an incredible evening celebrating Bridge of Life's 20th Anniversary with those who love us most!

Thank you to our loyal sponsors, partners and donors who made this milestone unforgettable and to all who continue supporting our mission to build sustainable healthcare around the world.

During the month of September we raised over $1.2M through Move it with Purpose, Walkabout and our 20th Anniversary events!!!

Here's to turning 21 next year! 📸 🎉

10/02/2026

Two wheels. One shared purpose. That’s the Spirit of the Ride. 🚴🚴‍♀️🚴‍♂️

When we ride for Bridge of Life, we ride for people who deserve access to health care, no matter where they live.

Grateful for everyone who pedaled, gave, and cheered us on. You help carry this mission forward- one mile, one project, one life at a time.

10/01/2026

Thank you, DaVita TMs, for raising over $26K for Bridge of Life…one pie in the face at a time! 🥧😂 What a blast!

Huge thanks to everyone who donated for a chance to pie their favorite TM, and to every good sport who took one for the cause! You turned a whole lot of whipped cream and laughter into life-changing care. 💙

10/01/2026

That’s a wrap on Move It with Purpose! 👟🎉💙

What an incredible month of movement, connection, and community. Throughout September, you stepped up, laced up, and pedaled hard to support Bridge of Life
and our mission to strengthen healthcare around the world

THANK YOU to everyone who walked, ran, golfed, cycled, and fundraised! Your energy showed what it truly means to move with purpose. Every mile moved and hour logged helps bring kidney care, screening, and clinical training to underserved communities across the globe.

Together, we are creating a healthier tomorrow! 🌍✨

09/30/2026

Calling all Move It With Purpose MOVERS!

This is it…the last day… our final push! Let’s cross that finish line together! 🎉🙌

Open your WellBeing+ app and log those miles! Every mile brings us closer to unlocking a $225,000 donation from DaVita Kidney Care to Bridge of Life!

You’ve done the moving, now let’s make every mile count! LET’S GO! 🏃‍♀️💃

09/25/2026

Huge thank you to our ICHD Nurse, Manny Castro, for training 100 clinicians and technicians in access examination, cannulation techniques, infection prevention, patient safety, clinical communication, and ultrasound use in the dialysis clinic!

With a 52-percentage-point increase in self-reported knowledge across core dialysis competencies, Bridge of Life is equipping local clinicians to better treat and protect their patients. This strong foundation paves the way for improved fluid removal and better health outcomes across Guatemala.

Interested in supporting sustainable global kidney health initiatives, like this? All donations to Bridge of Life this September are matched dollar-for-dollar! 👇

Give here:
https://davita.benevity.org/community/fundraiser/2237

09/23/2026

Transforming kidney care takes teamwork, precision, and a relentless commitment to sustainability. 💙📊

Following our week-long site visit for our multi-year vascular access project in Guatemala, Bridge of Life is proud to share our impact from the week:
🔹 85 Patients Evaluated
🔹 80 Life-Changing AV Fistulas Placed & Repaired

For these 80 pediatric and adult patients, transitioning from high-risk central venous catheters to arteriovenous (AV) fistulas means fewer life-threatening bloodstream infections, reduced hospitalizations, and a safer, more dignified path forward on dialysis.

True global health equity extends far beyond individual surgeries. By pairing complex procedures with side-by-side operating room mentorship and patient evaluation & mapping, this project directly strengthened local surgical and clinical expertise, ensuring that advanced vascular access care continues to thrive across Guatemala year-round.

Immense Gratitude to Our Clinical Teams & Partners:
This impactful initiative was made possible through the profound collaboration of our volunteer clinicians, local leaders, and hospital partners, FUNDANIER (Fundación para El Niño Enfermo Renal), Hospital Roosevelt, and Hospital Especialidades Quirúrgicas de Villa Nueva.

Thank you to everyone and to all of our other local clinicians who worked tirelessly to create 80 new lifelines and build lasting kidney health capacity in Guatemala. 🌍🩺

Are you interested in supporting sustainable global health initiatives and future projects like this? You're in luck! All donations to Bridge of Life this September will be matched! 👇

Give Here:
https://davita.benevity.org/community/fundraiser/2237

09/21/2026

Incredible energy across our global community! 🌍✨

Over 20,000 teammates across 16 countries are stepping up and moving together through the Walkabout Challenge and Move It With Purpose. Together, we have officially surpassed over 1 million kilometers so far this September! 🏃‍♀️🚴‍♂️🚶‍♂️

Check out DaVita's Mayor and international teammates in action: 🎥 https://vimeo.com/1225576860/bc6fb4bd74?share=copy&fl=sv&fe=ci

Want to amplify your impact even further? Now through September 30, all donations are doubled dollar-for-dollar thanks to the DaVita Kidney Care Foundation! 💙 Double your gift here:

https://davita.benevity.org/community/fundraiser/2237

Every step, pedal, and dollar fuels our unified, global tradition of giving back and supporting Bridge of Life together. Let’s keep the momentum going! 💪✨

Matching funds may only be available until a certain date or dollar limit is reached. With or without a match, please still donate. Every amount counts.