Join the NKFI Walk for Kidneys!

June 2022

Location TBD

Walk for Kidneys is a family-friendly celebration of passion and progress. This annual event is an incredible opportunity for supporters of the NKFI to come together, show their spirit, and demonstrate their determination to make a difference in the fight against kidney disease. Join other supporters of the NKFI mission for this festive two-mile walk, and help us win the race against kidney disease. With your assistance, we'll raise approximately $200,000 in support of research, public education, and patient services, and together we will make an incredible impact in the lives of patients and families.

Interested in being a part of the 2022 Walk Planning Committee? Reach out to Allie Widmer, awidmer@nkfi.org, for more information!

Learn more about the walk and join our Kick-off event next year. More info to come.

We encourage you to visit these FAQs for the most up-to-date information. Get helpful fundraising ideas here. Contact Allie Widmer at walk@nkfi.org or 312-321-1500 with questions or for more information.

In-Person Event

Location TBD

SUN, JUNE 2022

9:00AM Registration and Check-in Begins

Glucose Screenings Begin (sponsored by Baxter)

Health Fair Begins

Receive a 'passport' at registration with all the Walk's sponsor logos. Visit each sponsor's tent and get that logo checked off. Once your entire passport is completed, visit the stage to be entered to win a prize! Winner will be called at Closing Ceremony.

KIDney Zone Opens

Watch a performance from our bilingual balloon artist/magician (will be present 8:45-10:15 am) Don't forget to enter in our coloring/drawing contest. To enter find a volunteer in the KIDney Zone tent. Winners will receive a prize!

9:45AM Program begins on stage

Zumba/Yoga Class

10:00AM Walk for Kidneys steps off

11:30AM Closing Celebration

Shout Out to Top Fundraising Team and Participants

T-Shirt Contest

Create a Walk shirt by yourself or with your team. Wear your t-shirt(s) at the event and show off your creation. During the closing ceremony one person from each t-shirt group will be asked to come to the stage. Winner will be decided on audience applause.

Raffle Drawing

Raffle winner will be drawn from completed sponsor passports (must be present to win!)

1:00PM Event Concludes

Virtual Event

WALK ROUTE- Wherever you like! Try for 3 miles but you're welcome to walk for as long or as little as you feel comfortable.

SUN, JUNE 2022

11:00AM Pre-recorded Virtual Walk begins

Participant Stories

Hear from top participants about why they walk and why they're passionate about NKFI's mission

Healthy Recipe Demonstration

Step-by-step video of a kidney-friendly recipe from Foundation Dietitian Dr. Melissa Prest to help you start our Walk day off right.

KIDney Zone

Download coloring book pages and tag @NKFIllinois so we can see your masterpiece!

Tribute Ceremony

Honor your loved one and let us know why you walk. Complete the form and attach a screenshot of your $25 donation. We'll create a tribute sign for you that will be displayed during the virtual Walk for Kidneys ceremony and shared to the event Facebook page. Be sure to include an email address you check regularly. We'll send your sign to you prior to the Walk for approval.

11:45AM Pre-recorded Opening Ceremony

Zumba/Yoga Class

12:00PM Walk for Kidneys steps off - Take lots of photos and tag @NKFIllinois and use #WalkForKidney

Walk for Kidneys 2022