Mission: To offer hope and support to children with chronic kidney disease and their families. We provide prevention services, educational programs and group activities that empower Kidney Kids to take charge of their health, embrace their future, and achieve lifelong success.
Target demographics: children and teens with chronic kidney diesase and thier famlies
Direct beneficiaries per year: 200
Geographic areas served: Oregon and SW Washington
Programs: Teen Kidney Camp, Family Kidney Camp, Teen Leadership Program, Blood Pressure Monitoring Program and Family Support.
My son was on dialysis for 2 years and had his kidney transplant a year ago. Northwest Kidney Kids was the first place out family realized we weren't alone. I won't ever forget the moment at camp when my son lifted up his shirt and compared belly scars with another kidney kid. Love this organization!
Great organization to volunteer for. My husband, our two kids and I have been volunteering yearly for the past 3 years for the family camp. My husband is a dialysis patient and our kids are extremely comfortable with all aspects of dialysis however this camp surrounds them with people who understand our struggle.
