TAKING KIDNEY PATIENT FOCUS TO ANOTHER LEVEL

COMMUNITY

SUPPORT

NUTRITION

Our nonprofit, part of National Kidney Partners, builds a supportive community for those on the transplant journey.

We provide resources, guidance on programs, kidney-friendly cooking classes and events. Continuous ongoing support, helping patients and their families every step of the way, from pre-transplant to post-surgery.

COMMUNITY & SUPPORT

DIET-FRIENDLY COOKING CLASSES

NKPF provides regular online cooking classes for our community members, empowering them to learn healthy, diet-friendly recipes to better their health and longevity. Join us for an evening of cooking and fun with fellow NKPF members!

PATIENT MEET UPS  & EVENTS

At NKPF, we believe there is power in community and spending time with fellow recipients, sharing stories and experiences and creating a network to propel the kidney community forward. Join us at one of or many kidney patient meet ups and events!

FUNDRAISING & ADVOCACY

National Kidney Partners Foundation is moved by its advocates and volunteers. We’re always looking for people to help and advocate for this community. Whether you want to donate or get active in fundraising or community volunteering – we welcome you!

SIGN UP FOR THE NKPF NEWSLETTER  & JOIN THE COMMUNITY!

DONATE & SUPPORT THE NKPF MISSION

National Kidney Partners Foundation is a national non-profit organization and is funded by member and advocate donations. We always welcome and encourage donations from anyone who is interested in or wants to support the kidney recipient community.

All donations are tax-deductible.

THE NKPF TEAM

Our team works closely with doctors, nutritionists, and coordinators to support you every step of the way, from ESRD to post-transplant care.

NKPF CO-FOUNDERS

Carly Hamid
Executive Director, NKPF

Carly Hamid is the Executive Director of the National Kidney Partners (NKP) Foundation, an organization dedicated to improving care and support for kidney patients. A kidney transplant recipient herself, Carly underwent two years of dialysis before her transplant over 12 years ago, giving her a personal understanding of the challenges kidney patients face.

With nearly a decade of experience in the tech industry, Carly brings expertise in operational efficiency, program development, and leadership to NKP. Her unique combination of lived experience and professional skills drives her passion to create better systems and support for kidney patients nationwide.

Dr. Lani Paxton
CEO, National Kidney Partners

Lani Paxton is the CEO of National Kidney Partners (NKP) and a board member of the NKP Foundation, where she works closely with Carly to lead the foundation’s initiatives. She holds an MD, PhD from Emory University and has a strong background in the medical device and healthcare industries. Lani was the first employee at Restore Therapeutics / SaluMedica, where she played a key role in the company’s growth and the approval of a peripheral nerve regeneration device. She also co-founded Femasys, a publicly traded women’s healthcare company.

Lani has extensive experience consulting in material safety, clinical trials, and regulatory approvals. She has held leadership positions at Georgia Nephrology, overseeing a successful merger and expansion, and at Preferred Vascular Group, where she developed its women’s healthcare division. Lani joined NKP as COO and was recently promoted to CEO, where she now leads the consolidation and business functions of the organization.

NKP FOUNDATION BOARD

Dr. Michael Brucculeri

Dr. Janice Piro

Dr. Ameen Waheed

Mr. Phil Marcellus

The Board of National Kidney Partners Foundation is composed of a dedicated group of professionals committed to advancing kidney health and supporting patients. Dr. Michael Brucculeri and Dr. Ameen Waheed, both nephrologists with National Kidney Partners, contribute their expert knowledge in kidney care. Dr. Lani Paxton, CEO of National Kidney Partners, provides strong leadership and strategic direction for the foundation. Dr. Janice Piro brings valuable medical insights to the board’s efforts. Mr. Phil Marcelus, both a patient and businessman, offers a unique perspective that combines personal experience with a pragmatic approach to the foundation’s mission. Together, this talented team works tirelessly to improve kidney care, foster research, and provide vital resources for kidney patients.