Iowa Chapter

With the help of PKD Foundation Chapters in cities across the country and beyond, the PKD Foundation provides a forum for patients who want to join in the fight to find a treatment and cure for PKD. There are jobs for everyone, big and small. Just contact us at iowachapter@pkdcure.org to find out how you can make a difference in the lives of 12.5 million people!

 
 

Chapter News

Click here to download our Winter Chapter newsletter!

 

Learn More about PKD.

Don’t miss out on our series of quarterly webinars designed to provide education and information about various medical and lifestyle issues related to polycystic kidney disease.

 

Click here to visit our NEW learning center and to view our FREE educational webinars!

 

Make a difference inthe lives of 12.5 million people.

Our chapter needs volunteers to help with our many events and initiatives. Opportunities are available in education, publicity, fundraising, and patient support.

  

Become a Volunteer!

Kathy's volunteer work recently has involved collecting in-kind donations, recruiting volunteers for Walk day, locating supplies and helping with the set-up and take-down on Walk day.

 "It is rewarding to meet more people with PKD and know that my efforts may help their children or grandchildren. Working on projects with my family and other volunteers was also fun, even when we were painting signs in 90 degree temperatures with high humidity."

 Kathy encourages others to get involved, "Remember that you can volunteer at your comfort level, you can do a little or a lot. Even taking on one item from the to-do list is very helpful. Volunteering adds to your personal growth and gives you a great deal of satisfaction."

Kathy Frits started volunteering with the Iowa Chapter in March, 2007. Her original motivation to get involved with the Iowa Chapter was her grandson Andrew, now 2, as well as to support her daughter, Iowa Chapter Coordinator, Becky Decker.

 

Unsure of how you can help? Let us know what you love to do an we will find the perfect fit for you. Kathy found her fit and so can you. Contact Becky at 515-288-2745 or by email at IowaChapter@pkdcure.org.

Chapter Meetings

All of our chapter meetings are held at the Johnston Library located at 6700 Merle Hay Road in Johnston, IA from 2:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. unless otherwise noted.

 

We have the following meetings planned for 2010: 
April 11

May 9

June 13

August 8

October 10

November 14
December 12

Chapter Events

Sunday, February 28, 2010 - Faith, Family & PKD at the Iowa Energy
4 pm to 8:30 pm

 

RSVP Now for Faith and Family and PKD Night at the Iowa Energy: Join the fun at this NBA developmental league basketball game between Iowa Energy and Sioux Falls Skyforce. Game time is 4 p.m. Faith and Family Night is presented by Life 107.1, with a post-game concert, raffle drawing with donations supporting PKD Foundation (Iowa Chapter), and announcements during the game with PKD information. Gates open at 3 p.m. Click here to purchase your tickets; $8.00 per person. Tickets can be picked up at will call. The enterance is on the South side of Wells Fargo Arena, 730 Third Street, Des Moines, IA 50309.

 

Simpson College, Indianola, Iowa - Forum

Features events throughout the year to which the public is invited. From nationally recognized speaker to world-renowned musicians, Simpson Forum features unique and interesting perspectives and talents. The Simpson Forum are free of charge.

Contact Us

Chapter Coordinator

Rebecca Decker

IowaChapter@pkdcure.org

 

Call 1-800-PKD-CURE

 
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