Why I Walk
I walk because too many families (like mine) are coping with this devastating chronic illness, and thousands more will face an unexpected kidney disease diagnosis in the years to come. After a kidney biopsy in May 2022 I was told that I have IgA Nephropathy. This rare kidney disease results in an autoimmune reaction in the kidneys causing inflammation and damage within the filters of the kidneys.

While there is  currently no cure for IgA Nephropathy, I am treated with medication that aims to slow the progression of kidney damage over time. I believe in the healing power of Christ and claim that by His stripes I am healed but also know that with awareness and fundraising for research to improve medical advancements there is hope for myself and others navigating this condition.

I walk to support the lifechanging work of the National Kidney Foundation:
     - To ensure that families will have a place to turn when they need answers.
     - To keep up the fight for policy changes to protect kidney patients and living donors.
     - To drive innovation in transplantation and get more loved ones off the kidney transplant waitlist.

Are you with me?

Please consider supporting my efforts with a generous donation.