community awareness
The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois fights kidney disease on many fronts.
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In addition to our large-scale educational, fundraising, and community outreach efforts we seek to establish partnerships with local neighborhood leaders in order to engage with patients, families, and at-risk populations close to home.
Through our digital Team Kidney platform we've also made it as simple and easy for supporters like you to organize your own community-building efforts on behalf of people touched by kidney disease.
Please explore the information below to learn more about current community awareness programs. Have an idea for a partnership or program of your own? Please contact us to discuss how we may work with you.
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email: kidney@nkfi.org | phone: (312) 321 - 1500
community outreach
health fairs, parades, and more
Our Outreach Team is dedicated to empowering the public with life-saving knowledge about chronic kidney disease (CKD). Our team helps community members understand the primary causes - including high blood pressure and diabetes - and offer clear, accessible information on treatment options and kidney care. We also share resources about the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, along with details about our programs and events. Every individual we meet is invited to continue their kidney health journey with us, and we personally follow up with those who request guidance or additional information. We provide information at health fairs, multi-day events, Latin American consulates, parades, resource fairs, and more.
Want NKFI at your event?
Contact the NKFI's Vice President of Government Relations and External Affairs Monica Fox for more information.
email: mfox@nkfi.org
phone: (312) 321 - 1500 x 225
outreach sponsors
our partners in the fight
The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is able to impact the lives of thousands of people in their communities through the help of our committed sponsors. For more information on sponsoring our outreach endeavors, please contact Monica Fox at mfox@nkfi.org or 312-321-1500.
kidney health for life
community health talks
The National Kidney Foundation of Illinois is hosting a series of Community Health Talks (CHT) to start the conversation and build on its statewide efforts to heighten public awareness of what kidney disease is. These virtual health talks will engage faith leaders, organization leaders and the general public in a concerted effort to educate the public on the impact of kidney disease in Black, Hispanic/Latino, and Asian populations in our community.
The CHTs are a key component of the NKFI’s Kidney Health For Life statewide campaign to enhance its presence in Black, Hispanic/Latino, and Asian populations that are adversely impacted by kidney disease. CHT participants will hear from patients living with kidney disease as well as a community nephrologist who will give an enlightening presentation on what kidney disease is, preventive information such as scheduling regular doctor visits, requesting a screening, and embracing healthy nutrition and lifestyle practices.
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Want to host a community health talk?
Want to host your own community health talk? Contact our Senior Director of Marketing & Communications, Sara Jane Charles.
email: sjcharles@nkfi.org
phone: (312) 321 - 1500
the journey continues
a podcast about kidney health and organ donation
The Journey Continues is a podcast committed to promoting kidney health and organ donation through powerful stories. Host Monica Fox is a kidney transplant recipient and Senior Director of Outreach and Government Relations for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. The series features the journeys of kidney patients, transplant recipients, donor families and industry experts who continue to educate the community through their own experiences and stories.
We hope that you find inspiration, understanding, and motivation to participate in this process in your own way. The journey continues.
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The Journey Continues is brought to you by the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. Please subscribe to and leave a review for The Journey Continues in Apple Podcasts or wherever you like to listen.
Want to share your story?
Contact the NKFI's Vice President of Government Relations and External Affairs Monica Fox for more information.
email: mfox@nkfi.org
phone: (312) 321 - 1500 x 225
team kidney community events
it's time to take action
Put your own personal spin on your support for the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois by taking part in a Team Kidney community event. Organize your own effort to showcase what inspired you to join our cause, or participate in an activity hosted by another passionate member of Team Kidney.
