a global effort
for everyone, everywhere
In honor of the 1.2 million Illinois residents who are estimated to be battling kidney disease, every year the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois joins with healthcare organizations and advocacy groups to speak on behalf of kidney patients, living donors and those at-risk of developing the disease. This day of exercising our civic rights is focused on raising awareness of issues relating to kidney health, and welcomes new supporters from all corners of Illinois into our fight.
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location & details
stand for kidneys, defend your rights
ADVOCACY TRAINING DAY WEBINAR
Thursday, March 26 - 12:00 PM
ADVOCACY DAY
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7:30am - Kidney Advocate Pickup, Chicago
8:45am - Kidney Advocate Pickup, Joliet
Light breakfast provided by NKFI at pick-up locations
11:45pm - Arrive in Springfield
12:00pm - Briefing on Legislator Meetings
Boxed lunch provided by NKFI
1:00pm - Advocacy Activities including Transplant
Games of America Flag signing
Schedule to be announced on training webinar and is subject to change
3:45pm - Leave Springfield
6:30pm - Kidney Advocate Drop-Off, Joliet
7:30pm - Kidney Advocate Drop-Off, Chicago
kidney health resources
empowering through education
advocacy partners
you make the difference
The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is able to support patients and families, conduct free educational seminars, and offer community screening days through the generosity of our passionate supporters, and a remarkable team of dedicated partners. For more information on partnering with the NKFI's advocacy efforts, contact Monica Fox at mfox@nkfi.org or 312-321-1500.