Sixteen-year-old Ma’afu battles end-stage kidney failure, spending up to 15 hours a week on haemodialysis as he awaits a transplant. Watch his story here.
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Welcome to Kidney Kids!
For decades, Kidney Kids New Zealand has been making a significant impact on the lives of countless families.
Our support programmes and services provide much-needed relief, education and hope to children and their whānau across the country. Families with a Kidney Kid tell us we are trusted, helpful and honest in the way we deliver our services and guide them along the journey.
Our mission is to support Kidney Kids and their whānau across New Zealand on their journey with kidney disease.
400+
Kidney Kids nationally
(0-19 years)
34 years
of valuable support
At Kidney Kids, we are dedicated to improving the lives of children and young people in New Zealand who are affected by kidney disease and urinary tract conditions.
As a not-for-profit organisation, we provide free essential support, resources, and advocacy to help our Kidney Kids and their families. Want to know more about the amazing work Kidney Kids does? Learn more here.
Our vision is for all Kidney Kids and their whānau to lead their best lives and to feel supported, understood and connected in a caring community.
Our Stories
News and updates
Behind the Scenes: Our latest video series
We’ve been developing a video series showcasing our amazing Kidney Kids and the work we do. After months of filming and editing, we are very...
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Kidney Week with Kidney Kids
In March, Kidney Kids from all around New Zealand celebrated Kidney Week with Kidney Kids! This exciting week was created around World Kidney Day on...
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My Favourite Thing About Camp
In April, we held our annual Kidney Kids Camp. Hosted at Auckland’s Sir Peter Blake Marine Education & Recreation Centre (MERC), we welcomed a huge...
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