You are about to take the first step in giving someone the gift of life!
Donors are usually between 21 & 70 (there are some centers that DO NOT have an upper age cut off) and must be healthy and have excellent kidney function.
After you submit your intake form, you will be directed to the National Kidney Donation Organization. A representative from The National Kidney Donation Organization will reach out to set up a video or phone call, to educate you about living donation and advise you on the next steps should you decide to proceed. (Please sign up on their page to be connected to a real person within 24 hours)
It should be noted that the following medical issues usually rule you out from proceeding to a formal referral/evaluation with a kidney donor transplant team:
- Obesity (BMI over 35)
- Uncontrolled High Blood Pressure
- Cancer (must be in remission > 2 years for most cancers)
- Drug or Alcohol Dependence
- Current Smoker (and not willing to stop)
Please let us know on the form the best way to reach out to you. If by phone-we will email you the number we are calling from.
Please note that Kidneys for Kids believes in a zero-pressure approach. You are free to withdraw at any time if you feel that kidney donation is not right for you.
Thank you again for taking the time to learn about kidney donation to help save a child’s or adult’s life!
The Kidneys for Kids Staff