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.

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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.

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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

Ma’afu

Ma’afu

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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Georgia

Georgia

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...
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Honour

Honour

Honour is a bright and bubbly 11-year-old. But her journey through life has not been as simple as most kids her age. Listen to Honour’s...
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Arie

Arie

Arie is a football-loving Kidney Kid who has never let his kidney condition stop him from doing what he loves. Check out Arie’s inspiring story...
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News and updates

My Favourite Thing About Camp

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 number Kidney Kids who travelled from around New Zealand to join us on this weekend adventure.
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Kidney Kids News – March 2025

Kidney Kids News – March 2025

Welcome to Kidney Kids News, our refreshed newsletter. We are very excited to share our new look just in time for World Kidney Day coming up on March 13th! The year is off to a great start, and we have lots to share with you. Happy reading!
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Dave Bodger places first in the 1,500m swim at the 2024 Donor Olympics

Dave Bodger places first in the 1,500m swim at the 2024 Donor Olympics

Kidney Kids chairman, Dave Bodger, recently competed in the 1500m swim in the 2024 Donor Games where her placed first, fundraising $12,400 for Kidney Kids.
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Upcoming events

Kidney Kids host many annual events including camp, Christmas parties, fundraising days and more! Learn more here!