National Kidney Foundation is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization, and your donation is tax deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. Please keep your receipt as your official record. We'll email it to you upon successful completion of your donation. All non-event gifts made by midnight on August 18, 2026 will be matched until the $20,000 limit is met. Match funds cannot be combined with pledge payments.

Help kids with kidney disease just be kids this back-to-school season.

It’s back-to-school season 2026! We’re challenging 26 members of our community to make their first monthly gift and become a Change Maker for the many children with kidney disease who may not be heading back with their classmates this fall.

For kids like Rory, kidney disease can be a disruption to school life with constant doctors’ appointments, dialysis treatments, and hospital stays.

Children with kidney disease need more than medical care. They need the resources and support to help them navigate life with kidney disease and get back to being kids.

When you become a Change Maker, your ongoing support helps NKF be there for children and families through every step of their kidney journey.

By becoming a Change Maker, you’ll receive:
Exclusive monthly updates featuring inspiring patient stories, the latest research breakthroughs, and the impact your generosity is making through our Change Makers Monthly newsletter.

An annual tax receipt that makes giving simple and convenient.

A personal supporter account where you can manage your monthly gift anytime.

Will you be one of the 26 people who helps make a difference for children with kidney disease this back-to-school season?

Honor your hero today!

Q: Is this donation tax deductible?

National Kidney Foundation (EIN: 13-1673104) is a 501(c)3 tax-exempt organization and your donation is tax-deductible within the guidelines of U.S. law. To claim a donation as a deduction on your U.S. taxes, please keep your email donation receipt as your official record. We'll send it to you upon successful completion of your donation.

Q: Is there a minimum amount I'm allowed to give?

Every dollar counts. No gift is too small and makes a meaningful difference in our work to advance research, diagnosis and treatment of kidney disease.

Q: Will I receive a donation receipt?

Yes. A donation receipt will be sent to you at the email address you provide on this form. Please be sure to keep a copy of your receipt for tax purposes. We’ll also make a statement of your generosity available for download in your Account whenever you need it. Can’t find it? Contact: Donations@kidney.org.

Q: How will my gift help?

Your support helps us do more. More research, more advocacy, more transplants, more hope. Your generosity will ensure that NKF can continue to make transplants a priority through research, innovation and advocacy, while expanding access to programs that help patients find their perfect match.

Q: Can I make my gift by mail or over the phone?

Of course! Complete our mail-in donation form to accompany your offline donation and send it to: Attn: Gift Processing at National Kidney Foundation HQ30 East 33rd StreetNew York, NY 10016Or, call us to complete your gift at 212-889-2210

Q: Can I make contribution by donating stock?

Donating stocks allows you to avoid capital gains tax and often take a charitable deduction for the full value of the asset. Use this tool to donate stock.

Q: Can I designate the matching donation to a specific event?

All non-event gifts made by midnight on August 19, 2025 will be matched until the $20,000 limit is met. Match funds cannot be combined with pledge payments.

Q: Still have questions?

If you are experiencing any issues or have questions about your contribution, please contact donations@kidney.org.

Frequently asked questions

Is this donation tax deductible?

Is there a minimum amount I'm allowed to give?

Will I receive a donation receipt?

How will my gift help?

Can I make my gift by mail or over the phone?

Can I make contribution by donating stock?

Can I designate the matching donation to a specific event?

Still have questions?

National Kidney Foundation
30 East 33rd Street
New York, NY 10016

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