Patient Education and Support

In addition to funding PKD research, the PKD Foundation provides a forum for patients, family and friends through more than 70 volunteer-led Chapters across the country and the world. Throughout the year, these volunteer chapters provide both help and hope through educational seminars, fundraisers and support groups.

More than 20,000 PKD patients, families and friends also take part in the annual Walk for PKD, held each year in September. In 2007, the Walk for PKD raised nearly $3 million for vital PKD research and patient education. Form your team today.

The PKD Foundation’s other signature event is the National Convention on PKD, the only conference in the world for PKD patients and medical professionals. The 2008 National Convention on PKD is planned for June 20-22 in Dallas, Texas. Register today.

The PKD Foundation offers its members a quarterly magazine, PKD Progress, as well as printed and online books, PKD information in 16 languages, informational brochures and more. PKD Foundation supporters are also encouraged to sign up for free PKD e-news and regularly visit the PKD Foundation website the most comprehensive and engaging overview of medical and lifestyle issues facing the PKD community.

You can help ensure more patients and their families receive the education and support they need. Donate now.