a 30 percent increase over the last decade. Most are unaware of their condition.
· More than 82,000 are currently awaiting a kidney transplant.
· Every 2 hours someone on the kidney transplant waiting list dies. The NKF is
working to change these numbers.
· The NKF offers support services, educational initiatives and materials to
millions by kidney disease, including the 355,000 depending on dialysis for
survival. The NKF has also reached out to over 140,000 at-risk individuals with
free screenings to promote early detection."
Alexander and his football coaches and teammates formed "Team Westerville Central" and signed up for the NKF Kidney Walk. Each teammate was asked to raise $100 in funds. Thanks to the overwhelming generosity of friends and family, Alexander far exceeded his $100 goal.
Team Westerville Central waiting for the start of the NKF Kidney Walk. 
Prior to the start of the event, several key note speakers provided inspiring testimony to the impact kidney disease has had on their lives. The first gentleman spoke of his battle with diabetes and eventually undergoing kidney and pancreatic transplants in 2001. Since the transplants he has attempted to commit to a healthy style and last year completed the Columbus 1/2 marathon for the first time. Another gentleman spoke of his desire to help someone. He felt compelled to save another's live and selflessly sacrificed a part of himself. The transplant took place over the summer and he and the recipient are doing well.
Above, the course for the NKF Walk. The walk began after two emotional and inspiring stories shared by a recipient and donor.
Alexander and his friends completing the walk. Below, the team on the steps of the Ohio State House.
Alexander earned a TShirt and hat for his fundraising efforts. Congratulations to all of the families and organizations that walked this morning in the NKF Walk; especially Team Westerville Central. We're proud of you for supporting such a special cause.
Prior to the start of the event, several key note speakers provided inspiring testimony to the impact kidney disease has had on their lives. The first gentleman spoke of his battle with diabetes and eventually undergoing kidney and pancreatic transplants in 2001. Since the transplants he has attempted to commit to a healthy style and last year completed the Columbus 1/2 marathon for the first time. Another gentleman spoke of his desire to help someone. He felt compelled to save another's live and selflessly sacrificed a part of himself. The transplant took place over the summer and he and the recipient are doing well.
Above, the course for the NKF Walk. The walk began after two emotional and inspiring stories shared by a recipient and donor.
Alexander and his friends completing the walk. Below, the team on the steps of the Ohio State House.
Alexander earned a TShirt and hat for his fundraising efforts. Congratulations to all of the families and organizations that walked this morning in the NKF Walk; especially Team Westerville Central. We're proud of you for supporting such a special cause.
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