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Since 1982, we have proudly funded more than $50 million in PKD research and leveraged $1.5 billion in government funding, while serving our local communities across the country. We are inspired by our mission. And driven by our vision. ACTIVE VOLUNTEERS PKD RESEARCHERS FUNDED ADVOCATES WALK FOR PKD LOCATIONS what is pkd? Polycystic kidney disease (PKD) affects thousands in the U.S. and millions worldwide but is still relatively unknown. LEARN MORE LIVING WITH PKD If you or someone you care about is living with PKD, your top priorities are maintaining a high quality of life and managing the disease. LEARN MORE NUTRITION While a specific diet won’t make polycystic kidneys better, it is ideal to eat a balanced and healthy diet. LEARN MORE find a clinic Find and assess clinics near you with our Find a PKD Clinic tool, with over 50 medical centers and 220 nephrologists familiar with PKD. LEARN MORE Featured Apr 13 2021 National Volunteer Week 2021 Published on April 13, 2021 | In 1974, President Nixon established National Volunteer Week. “The spirit of voluntarism, one of Read More COVID-19 WEBINAR—Your questions answered Learn more about the COVID-19 vaccines and PKD from kidney experts. LEARN MORE ADVOCACY We’re working with Congress to #endPKD, and we need your help. LEARN MORE TOLVAPTAN The first treatment for ADPKD was approved in 2018 LEARN MORE WALK FOR PKD 100% of donations fund life-saving research. Walk with us! LEARN MORE Clinical studies Help researchers unlock the secrets of PKD and find a treatment by participating in a study. LEARN MORE PKD HOPE LINE Do you have questions about PKD? Call the PKD HOPE line today and speak with trained PKD Foundation staff. LEARN MORE With PKD Connect, no one will ever face polycystic kidney disease alone. Because patients, family and loved ones will always be connected to others who understand firsthand what you’re going through. Whether you are looking for information, resources or just a shoulder to lean on, PKD Connect gives you the support to keep hope within reach. COMMUNITY AND SUPPORT You’re not alone. Find a mentor, call our Hope line, or join a Chapter. LEARN MORE RESOURCES AND EDUCATION From diagnosis to dialysis, everything you want to know about PKD. LEARN MORE PARENTS AND CAREGIVERS Caring for a loved one with PKD can be stressful. We’re here to help. LEARN MORE ADPKD REGISTRY Move research forward when you join the first U.S. ADPKD Registry . LEARN MORE Skyla Tanner SHARE YOUR STORY VOICES OF PKD This year, make it your goal to create a future without PKD. Turn your passion and hobbies into hope. 100% of the funds raised will support life-saving research. CHALLENGE Challenge yourself to put an end to PKD. 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