ST. PAUL — The National Kidney Foundation is a lifeline for all people affected by kidney disease. Saturday in St. Paul, it held its largest fundraiser of the year at Allianz Field.
It’s a community of support and advocacy to ensure that every person facing kidney disease gets the chance to thrive not simply survive.
“It’s just a huge support system that we love to be a part of, ” said Josh Bauer.
Josh Bauer and his family knows all too well how important this community is. They got support when Coyle was diagnosed in the womb with kidney disease. He had a transplant at one and half and now at six, he is a happy lad.
“Ever since his transplant he is just your typical boy he is energetic he catches everybody’s eye and always on the go, ” aid Kayla Bauer.
Hundreds packed the stadium to take part in this fundraiser, many joined the walk for the first time.
“I’ve had my kidney transplant for 17 years and I kind of sat in the bleachers and this year I said you know what this is my year to share my story and build my awareness, ” said Brandyn Megir.