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Kesem at Virginia Tech

Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer.

Kesem is a diverse community led by passionate and empathetic college students working to ensure that children facing the challenges of a parent’s cancer have space, connection, and support to rediscover the joys of childhood. Our mission is to support children through and beyond their parent’s cancer with free, fun-filled creative programs and a lasting community. Kesem at Virginia Tech was found

ed in 2019 and supports children in the Virginia community by providing Kesem, a free week-long summer camp experience, and year-round Through and Beyond support services. Our chapter is operated by 50 student volunteers and serves 30 campers ages 6-18 per year. Kesem operates at more than 130 chapters coast-to-coast. Its programs and services are all funded by generous donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners. Kesem is a federally registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization.

04/30/2026

is happening near you 🏕️

Kesem at Virginia Tech is urgently seeking a mental health professional (MSW, Masters in Psychology, Masters in Clinical therapy, or related fields) to join us for overnight summer bringing to our amazing campers from June 14-19!✨

Learn more and apply now at go.kesem.org/staff-roles 💙

If you are unable to attend but know someone interested or qualified please share this post and our information with them! 🐛

Please email [email protected] or DM us with any questions or concerns! Travel and Stipend negotiable.

04/28/2026

Paging all Kesem supporters ✨ We’re joining our nationwide community in the search for extra-special nurses and mental health professionals to serve on our Health & Wellness Teams.

With your help, we hope to welcome an incredible volunteer nurse and a mental health professional to ensure the safety and well-being of all staff, student leaders, and campers at our summer camp programs, and experience the life-changing magic of Kesem.

Register to join us this summer, recommend a friend or co-worker, and learn more about how you can get involved at kesem.tfaforms.net/4638495 🏕️

04/22/2026

Come on out this Thursday, 04/23, for mini Camp Kesem at Virginia Tech! At this very special Kesem meeting, we’ll play games, sing camp songs, do arts & crafts, and more! We will also have treats and opportunities to connect with fellow Kesem members and potential future counselors. See you there!! 💚💙🐛

04/14/2026

Want to help out our camp this summer? Click on this link https://a.co/0iolAxqX to donate items to our Amazon Wishlist ! We will use these supplies to make our camp experience this summer even magical ! 🏕️💙✨

04/02/2026

Want a sweet treat? Go to Crumbl RIGHT NOW ! for our percentage night! Mention Kesem at the register to help support our chapter 🤍🍪💖

03/31/2026

We want to give a HUGE thank you to all of our donors, friends, and family for helping us raise $20,000 this past Saturday at our Make the Magic fundraising gala!!! This is the most we have ever raised at Make the Magic, and we couldn’t have done it without your support. We are so excited for the opportunity to provide more fun, laughter, and Kesem Magic for children impacted by a parent’s cancer in our community.🦋🤩💌

03/23/2026

You asked and we answered!! Due to high demand, ticket sales for our Annual Make the Magic Gala will close TONIGHT! We only have 12 seats left, so if you were thinking about attending, grab your tickets while they last! We can’t wait for a magical night this Saturday, March 28th.

donate.kesem.org/vatechmtm26

03/17/2026

JUST TWO DAYS LEFT TO PURCHASE MTM TICKETS!! Sales for our annual Make the Magic Gala closes on 3/18 at midnight. Join us for an amazing night to provide free support to children facing a parent’s cancer. 🤍🐛

donate.kesem.org/vatechmtm26

03/13/2026

FIVE DAYS LEFT TO GET TICKETS!! ✨🐛
Our annual Make the Magic Gala is on March 28, 2026 at Lane Stadium and you don’t want to miss it! Tickets get you access to our silent auction, dinner, cocktail hour and more! You don’t want to miss it! donate.kesem.org/vatechmtm26

03/03/2026

Do you want to see a movie, save money on tickets, and support Kesem?! We have a fundraiser with Regal theaters for the next 70 days!🍿🎬🎉 Through the fundraiser, you can buy a bundle of 2 Regal movie tickets for $30, and 25% of every purchase directly supports our Virginia Tech chapter!💚💙 CLICK THE LINK BELOW TO PURCHSE TICKETS! They can be used at ANY regal location nationwide. Share the link with anyone you can think of :)🐛 https://www.groupraise.com/offer-campaigns/72397-camp-kesem-regal-fundraising-campaigns

Address

Blacksburg, VA
24061

Telephone

+15402008063

Website

http://kesem.org/, https://donate.kesem.org/team/608288

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