A sincere "thank you" from the bottom of our hearts

Since AKF opened the Coronavirus Emergency Fund in late March, generous corporations, foundations and individuals have helped us connect over 5,000 kidney patients with critical funds to help pay for lifesaving medicines, foods and transportation. We are so grateful to our generous donors who have stepped up during this challenging time, and to all members of the AKF community for their outpouring of support and kindness. Thank you for your contributions to the fight against kidney disease.

AKF receives approximately 150 Coronavirus Emergency Fund grant applications per day. Patient need for these critical funds is immense and constant. If you are able, please make a contribution to the emergency fund so that we can continue to help as many patients as possible as the COVID-19 crisis continues.

Rep. Donald Payne (NJ) and 27 other members of the House of Representatives wrote to Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi and House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy requesting that emergency financial assistance for dialysis patients be included in the next COVID-19 legislative aid package. Rep. Payne, a dialysis patient himself, explained that dialysis patients require additional financial help because they are in a vulnerable position both physically and economically.

Read more about Rep. Payne's letter on the advocacy blog >>

Dereck found out he had high blood pressure when he was in college. Although he knew he should take the medicine his doctor prescribed, he couldn't afford it at the time and thought he would be OK without it. Unfortunately, Dereck learned the connection between blood pressure and kidney failure the hard way.

Read Dereck's story on Kidney Today >>

"It's just a pain in your toe."

"Only men get gout."

"If I can't feel it, it can't hurt me."

Can you tell which of these statements about gout are true and which are false?

Test your knowledge about gout with these 9 questions >>

Veggie burgers have evolved into a classic vegetarian meal for good reason. You can avoid the higher-sodium store-bought varieties and make these simple burgers at home.

Made from canned white beans and leftover rice, these burgers are quick to throw together on a weeknight, and are always handy if made in advance. Cooked veggie burgers can be frozen and reheated in the oven or toaster oven.

Get the recipe on Kidney Kitchen™ >>

You can turn your old car, truck, RV or even boat into a vehicle of change for countless kidney patients.

Making your tax-deductible vehicle donation is easy and is handled in a simple and safe manner, from start to finish—simply call toll-free 1-800-936-4356 or complete this donation form. Once you have completed the donation process, you'll receive a call to arrange pick up of your vehicle at no cost to you. Your donation requires no physical contact.

Make your car go the extra mile >>