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.

Be the Hero in Someone's Kidney Story

Every story needs a hero. Today, that hero can be you. Your gift will be matched, dollar for dollar, up to $20,000.*

Every day, someone begins a new chapter in their kidney journey.

A patient receives a diagnosis they never expected.
A family learns to navigate life on dialysis.
A loved one begins the search for a living donor.

In these moments of uncertainty, people turn to the National Kidney Foundation for trusted guidance, life-changing resources, groundbreaking research, and a community that understands what they're facing.

That support is possible because of heroes like you.

Your generosity helps ensure that no one faces kidney disease alone. And from now until August 18th, your gift will be matched up to $20,000 thanks to our sponsor, Apellis.

*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.

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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