NKF Serving Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi

Want to get Involved?

Are you interested in joining an events or programs committee, volunteering in Georgia, Alabama or Mississippi and/or learning about our board of advisors? Please reach out to the NKF Georgia, Alabama & Mississippi office, we would love to get to know you! Please visit https://www.kidney.org/volunteer/opportunities or contact Mikki Hollinger.

ATLANTA KIDNEY WALK

SATURDAY, OCTOBER 11TH 2025

We invite you to join us for the upcoming 2025 Atlanta Kidney Walk. The Kidney Walk is a day to celebrate with the kidney community while raising funds and awareness for kidney health & organ donation. 

For more event or sponsorship info, please contact Christin Cerda.

 

Professional Resources and Patient Education

POLICY ROUNDTABLE

Thursday, April 24th, 2025

Be a part of the solution! The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) Georgia Policy Roundtable is bringing together key stakeholders—policymakers, health system leaders, payers, community organizations, and patient advocates—for a crucial virtual event focused on improving the early diagnosis and management of kidney disease in Georgia. This roundtable will forge a strategic pathway to promote interventions supporting the primary and secondary prevention of kidney disease. We'll work collaboratively to build a powerful coalition of partners dedicated to advocating for essential policy changes that can make a real difference in the lives of Georgians.

For questions about this virtual event, reach out to Mikki Hollinger.

ATLANTA NEPHROLOGY NIGHT

Renal Roundtable

Wednesday, April 30th, 2025
6:00pm-8:00pm 
Two Urban Licks
820 Ralph McGill Blvd. NE
Atlanta, GA 30306

Demystify C3G and IC-MPGN with Dr. Larry Greenbaum: Break down the complex pathophysiology of these glomerular diseases into practical, clinically relevant insights delivered by a leading authority.

Master Current and Emerging Therapies with Expert Guidance:

Learn to confidently navigate the evolving treatment landscape for C3G/IC-MPGN, with expert guidance from Larry Greenbaum, MD, PhD.

Enhance Your Diagnostic and Management Skills: Equip yourself with the knowledge and tools necessary to effectively manage patients with these challenging conditions, presented by a highly respected speaker.

Join a Community of Nephrology Professionals: Engage in dynamic discussions and learn from Dr. Greenbaum and your peers in a relaxed and inviting setting

Target Audience: Nephrologists, Fellows, APPs, and NPs

 

 

 

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Your Kidneys and You Free Training

Want to educate others about kidney health? Learn how to present this easy 20 minute presentation to friends, family, colleagues, churches, community centers, schools, and more! Please contact Mikki Hollinger for more information.

Are you the 33%? Take the Kidney Risk Quiz to find out if you're at risk.

Take a Minute for Your Kidneys

Please answer a few simple questions to find out if you are one of the 33% of adults in the U.S. who is at risk for kidney disease. This test is free and will only take you a minute to answer the questions.

Health Fairs

To educate the public on and increase awareness of kidney disease, our staff and volunteers participate in various health fairs throughout the state. If you are interested in being trained as a volunteer for a health fair in your area, or if you are interested in having a NKF representative exhibit at an upcoming health fair, please contact Mikki Hollinger.

DRIVE FOR DIALYSIS

Help provide patients in the Southeast with care packages to brighten their spirits and make the long-hours of treatment a little more bearable.  For sponsorship information and personal donation opportunities, please reach out to Neko Northington.

Additional Support

NKF Peers

  • NKF PEERS is a peer mentoring program, where kidney patients are connected via phone with trained mentors who have been there themselves. Peer mentors can share their experiences with dialysis, transplant, or living kidney donation with you.  
  • Call toll-free 1.855.NKF.PEERS (855.653.7337) or email nkfpeers@kidney.org

NKF Cares

  • Our Patient Information Help Line, NKF Cares, offers support for people affected by kidney disease, organ donation or transplantation. It's designed just for patients, family members and care partners. Speak with a trained specialist who will answer your questions and listen to your concerns
  • Call toll–free 1.855.NKF.CARES  (1.855.653.2273)  or email nkfcares@kidney.org

Kidney Friendly Recipes

Are you looking for new kidney-friendly recipes? Regardless of which CKD stage you are in, there is a recipe for you to enjoy! Start your cooking journey now!

Kidney Pathways

Take control of your kidney health. Answer a few questions and we will provide you with information about your kidney health.

A to Z Health Guide

Alphabetical list of additional kidney topics and support.

Organ Donor Registry

Did you know that more than 106,000 Americans are currently on the national waiting list for a life-saving organ transplant?  There are currently over 90,000 people in the US waiting for a kidney. To learn more about registering to be an organ donor or even a living donor, visit the organdonor.gov link below.

Ways to Support

Donate

To send a physical check, please use the address below:

  • 830 Glenwood Ave, Suite 510
    Box 405
    Atlanta, GA 30316

If you would prefer to make an online donation, please visit the link below.

Advocate

Are you interested in becoming an advocate? NKF is the largest, most comprehensive longstanding patient organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention and treatment of kidney disease in the U.S. If interested in using your voice to help advocate for kidney patients or donors, please visit the link below.

Donate Your Car

Turn your vehicle into cash for the National Kidney Foundation Serving Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi! Vehicles donated to National Kidney Foundation have the potential to bring hundreds and sometimes even thousands of dollars in support of advocating for all kidney patients through education, research, and innovation. Donating is simple, the pick-up is free, and your gift is tax-deductible. Donate your vehicle to the NKF Serving Alabama, Georgia and Mississippi today!

Donate online or call 800.488.CARS (2277).

What's your story?

We want to hear about your unique experience with a kidney transplant, living donation, or kidney disease. Your story may be the one that gives someone hope.

Monthly Giving

Together, we can provide all patients with access to the care, treatment and guidance they need to cope with a kidney disease diagnosis with your monthly gift of any amount.

Local Office

830 Glenwood Ave, Suite 510
Box 405
Atlanta, GA 30316
United States

Email: nkfga@kidney.org
Fax: 770.452.7456
Phone: 770.452.1539
Toll Free: 800.633.2339

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