National Kidney Foundation (NKF)

The NKF is a leading organization dedicated to the awareness, prevention, and treatment of kidney disease. Their website offers a wealth of resources on kidney donation, including information on the donation process, eligibility criteria, and support for donors and recipients.

Website
https://www.kidney.org

https://www.kidney.org/transplantation/livingdonors/general-information-living-donation

Become a Living Kidney Donor
Many people do not realize that they may be medically qualified to donate a kidney to one of the more than 90,000 people in the United States currently waiting for a kidney. A kidney from a living donor not only allows the recipient to undergo a transplant much sooner, but also typically lasts longer than kidneys from deceased donors.

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American Kidney Fund (AKF)

Description: The AKF is a nonprofit
organization dedicated to helping people fight kidney disease and providing support
to kidney patients, including those considering transplantation. Their website
offers educational resources, financial assistance programs, and advocacy
initiatives.

Website

https://www.kidneyfund.org  

United Network for Organ Sharing (UNOS)

Description: UNOS is the organization responsible for managing the nation's organ transplant system. Their website provides information on kidney donation, including statistics, educational materials, and resources for both donors and recipients.

Website
https://unos.org

Organ Procurement and Transplantation Network (OPTN)

Description: OPTN is a national network that matches donated organs with individuals on the transplant waiting list. Their website offers information on kidney donation, including FAQs, patient resources, and data on transplant outcomes.

Website
https://optn.transplant.hrsa.gov

National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases (NIDDK)

NIDDK, part of the National Institutes of Health (NIH), conducts research and provides information on kidney disease and transplantation. Their website offers a wealth of
resources on kidney health, including information on donation, transplantation,
and living with a transplant.

Website
https://www.niddk.nih.gov/health-information/kidney-disease/kidney-transplant

These resources provide valuable information and support for individuals interested in learning more about kidney donation, whether as potential donors or recipients.

These additional resources offer a variety of perspectives and information on kidney donation, catering to different audiences and needs.