Kidney Kids NZ | Charity for kids with kidney disease and urinary tract disorders

Welcome to Kidney Kids!

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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.

Make a difference to the lives of Kidney Kids today. The contribution you make will be meaningful and real.

Our Stories

Dancing Her Way To The Top

26 September 2025

Twelve-year-old Louisa Thomsen from Christchurch is a true example of resilience and passion. Living with chronic renal pain, many kidney infections, and a concussion in...

Ma’afu

27 March 2025

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.

Georgia

27 March 2025

Georgia, who faced childhood kidney challenges, is all grown up now, and she’s got a compelling story to tell. Learn more about her extraordinary journey...