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The Journey Continues Season 5, Episode 8 "Good Weathers Ahead"
Diagnosed with juvenile insulin dependent diabetes at age four, Daja Weathers had no idea how her future would look. Although...
Sep 161 min read
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In Memory of Rabbi Andy Bossov
We're heartbroken to learn of the passing of one of our long-time volunteers and advocates, Rabbi Andy Bossov. Andy served as our Walk...
Aug 291 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 5, Episode 6 "Higher Education"
Chicago Public Schools’ Deputy Chief Talent Officer Jerry Taylor ’s college experience was turned upside down when he learned he was...
Aug 191 min read
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NKFI CEO Jackie Burgess-Bishop Named One of Chicago Defender's Women of Excellence 2025
Congratulations to Jacqueline Burgess-Bishop, FACHE , CEO of the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois, on being named one of the...
Mar 201 min read
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New Administration, New Policies: What It Means for Kidney Patients
From the National Kidney Foundation Every four years, a new presidential term begins, bringing policy shifts that can impact...
Feb 122 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 23 "40 and Fabulous"
Debby Ramsey was diagnosed with kidney disease as a child and recently celebrated her 40th kidney transplant anniversary! Through the...
Jan 211 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 22 "New Outlook"
A teeny tiny scratch during a middle school softball game led to Angelina Precilio needing a cornea transplant in order to save her...
Jan 211 min read
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Donar para Vivir: Como Proteger lo que mas Importa
Mira ahora: La historia del coordinador de extensión de NKFI, Gerardo Huerta. Habló sobre sus comienzos en los EE. UU., los problemas de...
Jan 31 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 21 "Drive for Life"
Lisa Dodson has devoted her career to encouraging people to say yes to organ donation. Through a partnership with the Illinois High...
Dec 17, 20241 min read
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Crain's Chicago Business: Mark Schwartz Named Notable Nonprofit Board Leader
From Crain's Chicago Business Crain's Chicago Business  named NKFI board Vice President Mark L Schwartz  one of their Notable Nonprofit...
Dec 4, 20241 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 20 "Maximizing the Gift"
Gift of Hope Organ & Tissue Donor Network President and CEO Dr. Harry Wilkins  is a trauma surgeon who became passionate about organ...
Nov 26, 20241 min read
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Benesch Partner Juan Morado Jr. Named to Crain’s Chicago Business’ 2024 Notable Latino Leaders
From Benesch Law Benesch is proud to announce that Juan Morado Jr., Partner in the Healthcare Practice Group and Co-Chair of the firm’s...
Nov 20, 20242 min read
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Loyola University Medicine: Holly Mattix-Kramer receives prestigious Harold & Molly Schwartz Founders' Award from National Kidney Foundation of Illinois
From Loyola University Medicine Holly Mattix-Kramer, MD, professor of public health sciences in the Parkinson School of Health Sciences...
Nov 14, 20241 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 19 "DeLong Way Home"
Marathon runner Haley Sarff-DeLong has more experience with kidneys than most. Her father was on dialysis, she’s a pediatric transplant...
Nov 12, 20241 min read
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2024 Gift of Life Gala Update
We are so grateful to all of the attendees, sponsors, supporters, and honorees for helping us make the 39th annual Gift of Life Gala on...
Nov 8, 20241 min read
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"Miracle of Love"
Andy Bossov and Carla Gordon wrote this tender song called "The Miracle of Love" in celebration of all of those who have given the gift...
Oct 28, 20241 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 15 "Radio Silence"
WVON radio host Atiba Buchanan  built his career on speaking up and speaking out. When as an otherwise healthy young man he learned he...
Sep 17, 20241 min read
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The Journey Continues Season 4, Episode 16 "Say Yes!"
Dan Lietz’s  career calling was born out of love and loss. What started as a romantic relationship has become a lifelong passion for...
Sep 17, 20241 min read
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IPHA Spotlight: NKFI CHW Jowanna Whitfield named CHW of the Year
It's a Wrap! After months of planning, the IPHA 4th Annual Community Health Worker (CHW) Summit was held on Thursday, August 22 and...
Aug 30, 20242 min read
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He That Winneth Souls Is Wise
My name is Spencer Waddell, and this is the story of how losing my father brought me to the National Kidney Foundation of Illinois. My...
Aug 28, 20242 min read
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