The Kidney Foundation of the Greater Chattanooga Area

10/15/2026

HOW IT STARTED ➡️ HOW IT WENT. 🪩✨

One word to describe how they felt when they said YES to Dare to Dance 2026… and a thousand memories to describe how it ended. ❤️
What started with nerves, uncertainty, and stepping WAY outside their comfort zones turned into months of hard work, unforgettable friendships, incredible performances, and a whole lot of heart.

They came in as beginners. They walked away as dancers, friends, and part of something so much bigger than themselves.
And the best part? Every step on that dance floor helped make a difference for kidney patients right here in our community.

Dare to Dance 2026, you were more than a competition. You were an EXPERIENCE. 🥹🪩

10/13/2026

💙 Happy Dialysis Technician Week! 💙
Behind every dialysis treatment is a dedicated technician who brings compassion, skill, and care to patients who depend on them.
This week, we celebrate the incredible dialysis technicians who go above and beyond to make a difference in the lives of kidney patients every single day. Your hard work, kindness, and commitment do not go unnoticed! We appreciate YOU! 💙🩺

10/09/2026

Get ready for an afternoon of laughter, amazement, and a little bit of magic—all for a great cause!🪄

Local comedian and illusionist Robert Jones is bringing his talents to the stage for Every Ta-Da Counts, a special family-friendly fundraiser benefiting the Kidney Foundation.

Because when it comes to supporting local kidney patients, every “ta-da” counts! Put your money where the magic is and join us for an unforgettable show filled with comedy, illusions, surprises, and fun for the whole family. Ticket link in bio.

10/07/2026

Made possible in part by the generous donations of participating NGEMC members in the Operation Round Up program. Thank you to all those who participate by rounding up their power bills to the nearest dollar each month. You are helping our North Georgia dialysis patients have transportation to their life saving treatment each week. We are so grateful 💙

10/06/2026

🍂 October is all about community, connection & kidney health! 💙
We’re excited to be out in the community this month at several upcoming health fairs and events! Stop by our table to learn more about kidney health, prevention, early detection, and the resources available to support you and your loved ones. 🩺💙
📅 October 10 – Greater Faith Temple & Volkswagen Fall Family Fest
📆October 23 - Patient Appreciation Day at Fresenius Missionary Ridge
📅 October 24 – Olivet Baptist Church Nursing Ministry Health Fair
📆 October 31 - Every Ta Da Counts Magic Show *tickets available in our Bio*

We hope to see you there! Come say hello, get informed, and take an important step toward better kidney health. 💙

10/05/2026

Everyone is a winner to us when the Chattanooga community comes together to raise awareness and life-saving funds for our local kidney patients. Check out this weekend’s WINNERS from our event, Dare to Dance. Thank you 2026 cast, you were a dream!🪩

10/05/2026

10/04/2026

Dare to Dance 2026… you were something special. 💜✨

To our incredible dancers who gave their time, energy, hearts, and so many hours to this journey… THANK YOU.

To every sponsor, partner, volunteer, donor, and supporter who believed in this mission and helped make the night possible. We simply could not do this without you.

Because of this incredible community, Dare to Dance 2026 had one of the most successful finishes we’ve ever seen. And behind every dollar raised is a kidney patient and family right here in our community who will feel the impact.

Our hearts are full. Our feet are tired. And we are SO grateful. 💜

Dare to Dance 2026, thank you.

More to come soon… 👀✨

10/03/2026

IT’S OCTOBER 3RD. 💃🕺✨
And if you know, you KNOW… TODAY IS DARE TO DANCE 2026! 🪩

Six months of rehearsals, fundraising, sore feet, big dreams and even bigger hearts all come down to TONIGHT. 💜

The ballroom is ready. The dancers are ready. Now it’s time to FILL. THOSE. JARS. 🫙🔥

Every vote is a donation supporting kidney patients right here in our community. Let’s make today COUNT!

📲 Text your dancer’s name + “26” to 26989 to vote!

See you on the dance floor. 💃🪩

10/03/2026

🪩✨ TODAY IS THE DAY, CHATTANOOGA! ✨🪩

The rehearsals are done. The ballroom is ready. The dancers have put in the work. And Dare to Dance 2026 is HERE! 💜

Tonight, we dance for something bigger—for local kidney patients and families who need us most.

And remember… VOTING IS OPEN! 🔥 Every vote is a donation and every dollar helps fill your favorite dancer’s jar!

📲 Text your dancer’s name + “26” to 26989 to VOTE!

Fill those jars. Cheer LOUD. And get ready for an unforgettable night. 🏆💃🕺

IT’S DARE TO DANCE DAY! LET’S DO THIS! 💜🪩✨