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Walk. Fundraise. Save lives.

Join us at the London Bridges Walk on 1 July and together, we'll be powering more lifesaving research.
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Together, we can give children a second chance

Research has given Jack and his parents hope that a transplant will save his life. With your help, we want to build a world where no life is cut short by kidney disease.
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Dare you take on our 'keepy uppy' challenge?

Showcase your skills during the World Cup and support your favourite charity at the same time.
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Kidney disease is a silent killer. There are three million people in the UK with it right now and there is no cure.

We are the leading charity committed to developing treatments, patient information and raising vital public awareness to help save lives. We are Kidney Research UK.

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Nurture

NURTURE: the first kidney biobank

NURTuRE is the first and unique kidney biobank for chronic kidney disease (CKD) and nephrotic syndrome (NS) covering England, Scotland and Wales. It will be a key resource for renal research.

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Gift of life for Father’s Day

Matt and Jerry One father won’t be expecting a present from his son this Father’s Day after receiving a new kidney from him after pioneering transplant.

15 June 2018 14:54:00

Seventh decade challenge

Stewart South is marking his 70th year in style with an epic series of personal challenges to raise money for Kidney Research UK and Addenbrookes Hospital.

13 June 2018 15:53:00

Celebrating Volunteers' Week

Alan Bainbridge Redcar Volunteer Charities and voluntary groups are joining together to celebrate those people who tirelessly give their time and energy to their organisation for free, for the 34th annual Volunteers’ Week campaign.