Kesem at University of Vermont

Kesem at University of Vermont Providing free camps and year-round peer support for children impacted by a parent’s cancer Kesem operates at more than 130 chapters coast-to-coast.

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. Camp Kesem at University of Verm

ont was founded in 2016 and supports children in the Vermont community by providing a free week-long summer camp experience and year-round Through and Beyond support services. Camp Kesem at University of Vermont is operated by ~65 student volunteers and serves ~70 campers ages 6-18 per year. 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.

Our Make the Magic was a hit! Thanks to all of our wonderful attendees, donors and sponsors we beat our goal of $20,000 ...
04/05/2026

Our Make the Magic was a hit! Thanks to all of our wonderful attendees, donors and sponsors we beat our goal of $20,000 and walked away with over $21,000 to support our programs. From all of us at CKUVM, thank you!!!

We know it a big commitment to send your kiddos to camp! Here are some of the many ways we keep kiddos safe at camp so t...
03/24/2026

We know it a big commitment to send your kiddos to camp! Here are some of the many ways we keep kiddos safe at camp so that everyone can focus on having fun!

Come join us this Thursday, March 26th from 7-9PM in Brennan’s Pub in the Davis Center for CKUVM’s trivia night! There i...
03/22/2026

Come join us this Thursday, March 26th from 7-9PM in Brennan’s Pub in the Davis Center for CKUVM’s trivia night! There is a $5 fee, and all proceeds go to hosting a summer camp for kids who are affected by a parent’s cancer. Please come and support…you have the chance to win a fun prize!

This Thursday (March 19th) get hype for our classic waffle night!! Kick back, relax, and order a waffle straight to your...
03/15/2026

This Thursday (March 19th) get hype for our classic waffle night!! Kick back, relax, and order a waffle straight to your door! 🚙💨 Just scan the QR code from 8-10pm to make your order (we deliver on and off campus!!) 🧇😋

TOMORROW: FLASH SALE! MTM tickets only $35 on 3/5. Don’t wait, secure the best deal to come join us on this magical nigh...
03/04/2026

TOMORROW: FLASH SALE! MTM tickets only $35 on 3/5. Don’t wait, secure the best deal to come join us on this magical night! Link to purchase in our bio ✨🌙

Friendly reminder that Make the Magic is coming up soon!We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone for a night full of com...
02/16/2026

Friendly reminder that Make the Magic is coming up soon!

We can’t wait to celebrate with everyone for a night full of community, fun, and making a real impact for children impacted by a parent’s cancer. There’s still time to grab your tickets—we’d love to see you there! 💙

Get your tickets through the link in our Linktree or by scanning the QR code.

And as always, huge thanks to the amazing community partners and sponsors who help make the magic possible!

💚 We LOVE our Health & Wellness Team! 💚Shoutout to Pepper (MHP) and Spork & Shrimpy (Nurses) for being such an integral ...
02/03/2026

💚 We LOVE our Health & Wellness Team! 💚

Shoutout to Pepper (MHP) and Spork & Shrimpy (Nurses) for being such an integral part of Camp Kesem. From keeping our campers safe and supported to showing up with so much care, compassion, and heart — camp simply wouldn’t be camp without you. 🫶

In honor of Health & Wellness Recruitment Week, we’re so grateful for the incredible team we already have — and we’re also looking to grow it! 🌱

✨ Interested in joining our Health & Wellness Team this summer?
✨ Know someone who would thrive in a supportive, fun, summer camp environment?

We’re currently looking for 1 volunteer Mental Health Professional (MHP) and a few Support Aides.

📩 Reach out to [email protected]
for more info

🔗 Or learn more here: https://drive.google.com/file/d/1C927-u4AwHMEj9uNDWuWw9rzJAPPc8CB/view

Hey Hey Hey Listen Up Listen Up! We have 2 great ways to learn about being a Kesem volunteer TOMORROW (THURSDAY 1/22). W...
01/21/2026

Hey Hey Hey Listen Up Listen Up! We have 2 great ways to learn about being a Kesem volunteer TOMORROW (THURSDAY 1/22). We will be tabling 11-2 in the Davis Center and our first monthly member meeting of the semester will be at 6 pm in L/L 216.

This summer we need
- Camp Counselors for children ages 6-18
- Photographer

Can’t make it to either event? Email [email protected] for more information or with questions. Link in bio to apply!!

Join us for pop culture trivia next Thursday, January 29th! The $5 entrance fee helps send our campers to camp and gives...
01/18/2026

Join us for pop culture trivia next Thursday, January 29th! The $5 entrance fee helps send our campers to camp and gives you the chance to win an awesome prize—a Playa Bowls gift card, so study up and come have some fun!

DAY: Thursday, January 29th
TIME: 7:00pm-9:00pm
WHERE: Brennan’s Pub in Davis Center

🎉 Tickets are LIVE for Make the Magic 2026! 🎉Get ready for a magical evening benefiting Camp Kesem at the University of ...
12/24/2025

🎉 Tickets are LIVE for Make the Magic 2026! 🎉

Get ready for a magical evening benefiting Camp Kesem at the University of Vermont. Every ticket supports children and families facing a parent’s cancer — and helps create moments of joy, connection, and community.

📅 Friday, March 27, 2026
📍 Delta Hotels, South Burlington, VT
👗 Formal attire

🎟 Get your tickets here:
https://donate.kesem.org/event/kesem-at-uvm-make-the-magic-fy26/e754720

🎓 Alumni discount code: KESEMALUMNI26
✨ Early bird discount code: EARLYBIRD (expires February 1)

Dress up. Show up. Make the magic.

Happy Holidays from Camp Kesem at UVM! ❄️✨Wishing our campers, families, counselors, and supporters a season filled with...
12/22/2025

Happy Holidays from Camp Kesem at UVM! ❄️✨

Wishing our campers, families, counselors, and supporters a season filled with warmth, joy, and togetherness. Thank you for being part of our Kesem community!

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