Jennifer Heale, Senior Regional Manager of Community and Fund Development for the Kidney Foundation of Canada is making waves with the annual Kidney Walk, a remarkable fundraising event. In a recent exclusive with myFM News, she shed light on the event’s mission and its impact.
The Kidney Walk stands as the foundation’s largest fundraiser of the year, aiming to raise $700,000 across Ontario. This vital funding fuels research for new kidney disease treatments, an ailment currently lacking a cure. Additionally, it supports essential programs like peer support, financial assistance, and summer camps, all contributing to the well-being of kidney patients.
Jennifer shared something exciting about the upcoming walk in Pembroke where they’ve already exceeded their $16,000 fundraising goal, showcasing the generosity of participants. Registration is at 10am, the walk starts at 11 at Riverside Park.
Jennifer’s heartfelt message emphasizes the prevalence of kidney disease, affecting one in ten people in Canada, with over 12,000 Ontarians undergoing weekly dialysis. The Kidney Walk’s success promises to revolutionize treatments, making lives easier through innovative research and treatments.
To get involved, you can register or donate at www.kidneywalk.ca, ensuring that together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of kidney patients across Canada.
(Written by Luke Notman)
