Camp Kesem at New Mexico State University, a nationwide community driven by passionate college student leaders that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer, is pleased to announce that, in honor of January being named “Children Impacted by a Parent’s Cancer Month” - which Kesem is the sponsor of - it is now accepting online applications for its free summer camp session[s]. To learn more or to register a child, visit www.kesem.org.
The purpose of “Children Impacted by a Parent’s Cancer Month” is to bring attention to the needs of the over 5 million children in our country who have been impacted by a parent’s cancer. Visit www.kesem.org for more information.
In the summer of 2017, over 7,200 children attended free summer camps during over 100 week-long sessions of Camp Kesem held at fun and exciting sites from coast-to-coast. Camp Kesem is organized locally in Las Cruces by dedicated students from New Mexico State University. In summer 2018, Camp Kesem at New Mexico State University will host 30 campers at YMCA Camp Shaver in Jemez Springs, about an hour north of Albuquerque, New Mexico.
Over 5 million children have been impacted by a parent’s cancer and Camp Kesem is the largest national organization dedicated to this unique population. This camping experience and Kesem's year-round support has a lasting impact on children by providing them a peer-support network that understands their unique needs, builds confidence and strengthens their communication skills.
Children attending Camp Kesem at New Mexico State University will participate in a host of fun activities including messy games, quid itch, capture the mattress, and more! Nightly “Cabin Chats” allow campers to open up to their peers and counselors.
Camp Kesem at New Mexico State University is organized by dedicated students at New Mexico State University who work year long to plan and fundraise for an impactful week of camp. Student volunteers and counselors experience leadership development and undergo extensive training prior to camp. Camp Kesem is provided free of charge to all participating families and is therefore supported by private donations and community support.