 Donate with confidence. The Kidney Cancer Association subscribes to the principles for good governance and ethical practice of the panel on the non-profit sector, and is recognized as an outstanding charity by Independent Charities of America. The Independent Charity's Seal of Excellence is awarded to members of the Independent Charities of America and local Independent Charities that have upon rigorous independent review been able to certify, document, and demonstrate on an annual basis that they meet the highest standards of public accountability, program effectiveness, and cost effectiveness. These standards include those required by the U.S. government for inclusion in the combined federal campaign, probably the most exclusive fund drive in the world. Of the one million charities operating in the United States today, it's estimated that fewer than 50,000 or just 5% meet or exceed these standards, and of those, fewer than 2,000, including the Kidney Cancer Association, have been awarded this seal. We're proud to be among the best in America.