National Kidney Foundation - Upstate and Western NY

National Kidney Foundation - Upstate and Western NY Visit our website at www.kidney.org/upstatenewyork for more information and resources!

Our goal is to ensure that the National Kidney Foundation’s resources are easily available to all those who need them. We will create an appropriate sense of urgency around kidney health by raising awareness among the 73 million individuals that are at risk for kidney disease. Kidney disease should occupy center stage in the public consciousness so that all are aware of the risk factors, how to ma

nage those factors, who is at highest risk, and who they can turn to for resources and information. We will reach those at risk before kidney disease occurs, and impact those in earliest stages so that the progression to kidney failure is no longer inevitable. We will help people to understand the risk factors associated with kidney disease, and to learn how to manage them. We will ensure that practitioners are equipped with latest screening and management information, so that they know which tests to use, how to recognize early stage patients, and how to treat early stage disease. We will promote awareness regarding the importance of finding kidney disease early and initiating treatment to slow progression.

⚾ Join us as we Strike Out Kidney Disease with the Rochester Red Wings! Council of Nephrology Social Workers of the Nati...
05/26/2026

⚾ Join us as we Strike Out Kidney Disease with the Rochester Red Wings!
Council of Nephrology Social Workers of the National Kidney Foundation - Upstate and Western NY is teaming up with the Rochester Red Wings for a special night of kidney health awareness!

Saturday, June 13, 2026
Gates Open: 5:30 PM | First Pitch: 6:45 PM
ESL Ballpark – Rochester, NY

1 in 7 adults are living with kidney disease — many don’t even know it.

🧡 Help us Strike Out Kidney Disease: https://teamkidney.rallybound.org/StrikeOutKidneyDiseaseROCNY

Do YOU Know YOUR Numbers?!
Stop by our foundation table for kidney health resources throughout the game!

👟 Take the step that can change everything.🧡 Register and join us at the Upstate and Western NY Kidney Walk on Sunday, S...
05/04/2026

👟 Take the step that can change everything.
🧡 Register and join us at the Upstate and Western NY Kidney Walk on Sunday, September 27!

Together, we bring our kidney community hope, healing, and the promise that no one faces kidney disease alone. Together, we will create a future where kidney health is a priority for all.

📍 Ontario Beach Park (Rochester, NY)
🕘 Check-in at 9:30am | Walk begins at 11:00am

Register today at www.kidneywalk.org/upstate

In celebration of , we honor our exceptional volunteers ... incredible community members who selflessly give their time...
04/30/2026

In celebration of , we honor our exceptional volunteers ... incredible community members who selflessly give their time, energy, and hearts to make a difference.

To our volunteers: THANK YOU. Your dedication and compassion fuels our mission, strengthens our community, and brings hope, healing, and the promise that no one faces kidney disease alone. Together, we grow. We are deeply grateful for you.

👥Every kidney transplant starts with someone willing to learn more.Join us for a FREE, beginner-friendly community progr...
04/10/2026

👥Every kidney transplant starts with someone willing to learn more.

Join us for a FREE, beginner-friendly community program:
Becoming a Living Donor

Sunday, April 26
1:30 PM to 3:30 PM
Irondequoit Public Library

🧡Register here: kidney.org/livingdonor-ny-april-2026

During this program, you’ll:
- Learn what living kidney donation involves
- Hear real experiences and perspectives
- Have the opportunity to ask questions in a supportive environment
- Connect with transplant professionals and community resources

Whether you're exploring the idea, supporting someone, or simply want to learn more, this is a space to listen, learn, and engage. Light refreshments will be provided during the program.

In partnership with: UR Medicine, Town of Irondequoit and Irondequoit Public Library

Our 10th Annual Honors Awards Benefit was a beautiful and powerful reminder of what's possible when our community comes ...
04/07/2026

Our 10th Annual Honors Awards Benefit was a beautiful and powerful reminder of what's possible when our community comes together.

To our sponsors, donors, volunteers and every guest who joined us ... Thank you for your generosity. Thank you for your compassion. Thank you for making a difference.

Together, we advance the National Kidney Foundation's mission and our promise that no one faces kidney disease alone. 🧡

03/12/2026

Tonight, March 12, iconic landmarks glow orange in Buffalo, NY, in recognition of World Kidney Day.

The illumination of the Peace Bridge and Niagara Falls offers a powerful and visible reminder of kidney health awareness and a special moment across the skyline.

Tonight’s Illuminations:

Peace Bridge
Lighting begins at sunset (7:21 PM) and will remain on throughout the night until sunrise.

Niagara Falls
10:15 PM for a special 15-minute illumination

You can view Niagara Falls live here:
https://www.earthcam.com/canada/niagarafalls/?cam=niagarafalls_str

If you catch the orange glow tonight, whether in person or online, we hope you enjoy the view!

Please join us for an evening of celebration, community, and impact at the 10th Annual Honors Awards Benefit on Thursday...
02/08/2026

Please join us for an evening of celebration, community, and impact at the 10th Annual Honors Awards Benefit on Thursday, March 26, 2026!

Together, we will recognize this year's Honorees, hear inspiring stories from our community, and raise critical funds to advance the National Kidney Foundation's mission serving Upstate and Western New Yorkers impacted by kidney disease.

Purchase your ticket to reserve your seat today! www.kidney.org/NKF-Honors-Rochester

Join us for a Virtual Cooking Demonstration of CKD-friendly recipes!📆 Wednesday, February 11⏰ 5:30 - 6:30 pm❗ Regi...
02/08/2026

Join us for a Virtual Cooking Demonstration of CKD-friendly recipes!

📆 Wednesday, February 11
⏰ 5:30 - 6:30 pm
❗ Register: https://events.blackthorn.io/5f4bLi97/4a3VUzBVN3

The Yale New Haven Health Irving and Alice Brown Teaching Kitchen team will create delicious CKD-friendly recipes (great for a date night meal and just in time for Valentine's Day)!

Primarily discussing restrictions associated with Chronic Kidney Disease (CKD) Stages 4 and 5, though this education is appropriate for earlier CKD Stages as well.

Presenters:
• Max Goldstein, MS, RDN – Chef & Dietitian, Yale New Haven Health Teaching Kitchen
• Ann Marie Rivard, MPH, RD – Certified Renal Specialist Dietitian
• Menaka Sarav, MD, DipABLM – Assistant Professor of Medicine (Nephrology), Yale School of Medicine

Address

1344 University Avenue, Suite 270
Rochester, NY
14607

Opening Hours

Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm

Telephone

+15855983963

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