Ways to Get Involved
Fundraise

Whether it be through a Walk, Memorial, Fundraise Your Way, or Marathon, there are many ways to fundraise.

Volunteer

Volunteering with the PKD Foundation is your chance to be a driving force in the fight against PKD. Whether you’re lending a hand at fundraising events, sharing your skills in advocacy efforts, or offering support to fellow community members, your time and dedication are invaluable. By volunteering with us, you become an essential part of our mission to advance research, provide support, and raise awareness about PKD.  

Advocate

Become a PKD Foundation advocate to drive change for those impacted by PKD. Advocate for research funding, healthcare access, and awareness to make a real difference. Together, let’s push for policies that support PKD research and improve patient care. 

Fundraise

  • Walk for PKD

    Join the Walk for PKD, the largest polycystic kidney disease (PKD) fundraising and awareness event in the U.S. – raising over $35M in the past 24 years. Whether you’re walking in honor of a loved one, supporting a friend, or simply passionate about making a difference, your participation matters. Lace up your shoes because every step brings us closer to our shared goal: a world without PKD.

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  • Marathon

    Do you love running? Make your marathon experience even more meaningful! Consider joining our team, Run for PKD, and run with purpose as we come together to raise awareness and support those affected by polycystic kidney disease. Whether you’re chasing a personal record or simply looking for a reason to run, your miles can make a difference.

  • Fundraise Your Way

    Create your own fundraiser to support the PKD Foundation advance promising research while ensuring people living with PKD and their families have access to trusted education, resources, and support along the way.  

    The possibilities are endless! Honor your loved one by hosting an event like pickleball or golf, celebrate milestones and birthdays, or start a tribute page in memory of a loved one. 

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  • Memorials

    Create a memorial fundraiser to honor someone or remember a loved one. Fundraise to end PKD in honor, memory, or celebration of someone today.

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Volunteer

Volunteering with the PKD Foundation is your chance to be a driving force in the fight against PKD. Whether you're lending a hand at fundraising events, sharing your skills in advocacy efforts, or offering support to fellow community members, your time and dedication are invaluable. By volunteering with us, you become an essential part of our mission to advance research, provide support, and raise awareness about PKD. Together, we can create positive change and work toward a future free of PKD. Join us today and make a difference that lasts a lifetime.

Advocate

Become a PKD Foundation advocate to drive change for those impacted by PKD. Advocate for research funding, healthcare access, and awareness to make a real difference. Together, let's push for policies that support PKD research and improve patient care.

Upcoming Events

Don’t miss out on upcoming events from PKD and our partners.

  • Communities
  • Pittsburgh
October 13 | 6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
Pittsburgh Community Meeting
  • Communities
  • Detroit
October 13 | 7:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Detroit Community Meeting
  • Communities
  • New York
October 18 | 1:30 pm - 4:30 pm
NYC Community COE Event
  • Communities
  • San Francisco
October 21 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
San Francisco Community Meeting
  • Communities
October 26 | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
PKD Applied Underwriters Invitational Golf Event 2026
  • Communities
  • Northeast Ohio
October 28 | 7:00 pm - 8:00 pm
Northeast Ohio Community Meeting
  • 2026
  • Communities
  • Webinar
November 3 | 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm
Navigating the Emotional Impact of Caregiving Webinar
  • Communities
  • San Antonio
November 14 | 11:00 am - 1:00 pm
San Antonio Community Meeting
  • Event
December 1 | 12:00 am - 11:59 pm
2026 Giving Tuesday