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The National Kidney Foundation (NKF) is a nonprofit health organization dedicated to preventing kidney and urinary tract diseases, improving the health and well-being of individuals and families affected by these diseases, and increasing the availability of organs for transplantation. With a mission to educate, support, and advocate for those impacted by kidney disease, the NKF has become the most comprehensive and longstanding patient-centric organization in the United States. Founded in 1950, the NKF has grown to include over 30 local offices and a network of healthcare professionals, researchers, and volunteers working together to combat kidney disease. The organization's efforts have led to significant advancements in kidney disease research, treatment, and awareness, with notable initiatives such as the NKF's Kidney Disease Outcomes Quality Initiative (KDOQI) and the Living Donor Protection Act. As of 2022, the NKF has helped over 1 million individuals affected by kidney disease, with a budget of over $100 million and a staff of over 200 employees. With the support of partners like [[american-kidney-fund|American Kidney Fund]] and [[national-institute-of-diabetes-and-digestive-and-kidney-diseases|National Institute of Diabetes and Digestive and Kidney Diseases]], the NKF continues to push for better care, more research, and increased awareness about kidney disease, with a goal of reducing the number of kidney disease cases by 20% by 2025.