About
Taking Care of Alaska’s Kidneys
For over 25 years, the Alaska Kidney Patients Association (AKPA) has been here for one purpose: to enrich the lives of Alaskans affected by kidney disease. We are an Alaska-grown nonprofit dedicated to prevention, support, and hope.
Our Mission
We exist to:
Enrich the quality of life of Alaskans affected by kidney disease.
Increase access to kidney transplantation and organ donation.
Promote kidney disease prevention and awareness throughout Alaska.
Every program we offer, every conversation we have, and every resource we provide is focused on these goals.
Why We’re Here
Kidney disease can feel overwhelming—whether you’re newly diagnosed, on dialysis, waiting for a transplant, or caring for someone you love. AKPA was founded because no one should face kidney disease alone.
Alaska is a unique state. Our geography, distance from transplant centers, and limited resources create challenges for patients and families. That’s why AKPA exists: to walk alongside Alaskans every step of the way.
What We Do
Support & Resources
We connect patients and families with the tools they need to navigate treatment, dialysis, and transplantation.
Education & Prevention
We provide outreach and awareness to help Alaskans prevent kidney disease and learn the signs early.
Advocacy
We work to increase organ donation and improve access to transplantation.
Community
From support groups to patient events, we create spaces where Alaskans with kidney disease can find strength in one another.
Our History
Founded more than two decades ago, AKPA began as a small group of patients and caregivers determined to make life better for kidney patients in Alaska. Today, we continue that mission with statewide programs, community partnerships, and the same Alaska-grown spirit that started it all.
Our Vision
We believe in a future where:
Every Alaskan knows the importance of kidney health.
Every patient has access to the resources they need.
No one waits alone for a life-saving transplant.
Alaskans support one another through education, prevention, and donation.
Join Us
Kidney disease touches lives across Alaska—but together, we can make a difference. Whether you’re a patient, a caregiver, a donor, or a supporter, you have a place in this community.