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Kesem at Long Beach State

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 Long Beach State was founded in 2018 and supports children in the LB community by providing a free week-long summer camp experience and year-round Through and Beyond support services. 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. Kesem at Long Beach State was founded in 2018 and supports children in the Long Beach community by providing Camp Kesem, a free week-long summer camp experience and year-round Through and Beyond support services. Our chapter is operated by student volunteers and serves 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.

09/30/2026

Hello everyone! Our next meeting is October 5th at 5 PM in the Horn Center, Room 102!
Come hang out with us for a fun evening of board games, pizza, and good vibes! 🍕🎲🃏 We will also be sharing more about how you can get involved and our upcoming events!

09/09/2026

Exciting news‼️Our FIRST Kesem Member Meeting is next week!🤩 It’ll be on Monday, September 14th @ 5pm in the Horn Center, Room 102🤗

Come join us for free pizza while you learn more about Kesem and how to get involved!🍕😋

We can’t wait to see both new and returning members there!🐛🦋💚

09/03/2026

Great to see everyone at Week of Welcome!! 🙌🙌

08/31/2026

Week of Welcome is here! 🎉🎉 Join us this Wednesday and Thursday from 11 AM - 2 PM! Stop by to learn how you can get involved in supporting children affected by a parent’s cancer. 💙🐛

08/11/2026

Because of your support, over 30 campers experienced a week where they could simply be kids. 🙌

Thank you to our amazing sponsors and community for believing in our mission. Your kindness, encouragement, and generosity made it possible to create a week filled with laughter, friendship, healing, and unforgettable memories.

Every smile, every hug, every campfire, and every moment of joy was made possible by this incredible community. Thank you for helping us remind every camper that they are never alone.

We couldn’t do this without you and we can’t wait to see what next year brings!!! 🫶🐛⛺️

08/08/2026

💙 Behind every successful chapter is a team of dedicated advisors who help guide, support, and inspire us every step of the way.

To our incredible Advisory Board, thank you for your mentorship, encouragement, and unwavering commitment to Camp Kesem at Long Beach State. Your guidance helps us grow as leaders and ensures we can continue creating life-changing experiences for our campers and families.

We are so grateful for everything you do. 🐛⛺️✨

08/06/2026

🩵 Behind every magical week at Camp Kesem is a team dedicated to supporting the well-being of every camper and counselor.

To our incredible Mental Health Professionals, thank you for your compassion, guidance, and unwavering support throughout camp. Your kindness, empathy, and steady presence helped create a space where everyone could feel seen, heard, and cared for.

Thank you for helping make the magic possible. 🏕️🐛✨

08/04/2026

Behind every magical camp moment is a counselor who poured their heart into making it happen. 🧡

To our Orange Unit counselors, thank you for showing up with endless energy, patience, kindness, and love. Thank you for creating a space where campers could laugh, grow, and simply be kids. The memories you helped create will last far beyond this week.

Thank you for making the magic happen.✨

07/22/2026

GREEN UNIT !!! This is how camp is done ✅ what an absolute blast with green boys and girls 💚 These counselors over excelled with the support of their awesome Unit Leader! Can’t wait till next camp

Address

Long Beach, CA

Telephone

+16059562646

Website

http://www.kesem.org/, https://linktr.ee/campkesem_lbstate, http://donate.kesem.org/lbsu26

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