Kesem at University of Wisconsin-Madison

Kesem at University of Wisconsin-Madison A child's friend through and beyond a parent's cancer. Our chapter is operated by 100 student volunteers and serves 200 campers ages 6-18 per year.

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 the University of Wisco

nsin - Madison was founded in 2010 and supports children in the Wisconsin by providing Camp Kesem, three different free week-long summer camp experiences, and year-round Through and Beyond support services. 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.

Thank you for an awesome senior send off 🎉 ✨!! We wish all our seniors good luck in whatever their future holds 💙💚
05/17/2026

Thank you for an awesome senior send off 🎉 ✨!! We wish all our seniors good luck in whatever their future holds 💙💚

Because of you, is right around the corner 💚Thank you for helping us create a place where kids can laugh, be silly, ma...
05/14/2026

Because of you, is right around the corner 💚

Thank you for helping us create a place where kids can laugh, be silly, make friends, and just be kids. We’re only 45 days away from camp, and we couldn’t do this without you!!

There’s still time to help us bring even more to life this summer. Give now at the link in our bio ✨

Camper to counselor featuring… PEGASUS 💚🐛Pegasus says: “Kesem has meant so much to me for the years I’ve been a camper. ...
05/08/2026

Camper to counselor featuring… PEGASUS 💚🐛Pegasus says: “Kesem has meant so much to me for the years I’ve been a camper. Now that I have the chance to give back to the organization, it is a great feeling to see the kids happy, like I was when I was a camper. Kesem has done so much for me, and this is my way to give back.”

HEY HEY HEY LISTEN UP LISTEN UP!! Do you love Kesem? Are you a Nurse or Mental Health Professional? We know just the pla...
04/30/2026

HEY HEY HEY LISTEN UP LISTEN UP!! Do you love Kesem? Are you a Nurse or Mental Health Professional? We know just the place for you! We are looking for Nurses and MHPs for camp this summer!!💚💙

With your help, we hope to welcome incredible volunteer nurses and mental health professionals 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 go.kesem.org/staff-roles 🏕️

Join us TONIGHT to celebrate our awesome seniors and their accomplishments. It will be today, Friday April 24th at 5pm i...
04/24/2026

Join us TONIGHT to celebrate our awesome seniors and their accomplishments. It will be today, Friday April 24th at 5pm in villas 4028. We can’t wait to see you all there!!

Join us TODAY for our MacTaggart's Market and Deli Fundraiser. This is all day on April 23! Stock up on all of your good...
04/23/2026

Join us TODAY for our MacTaggart's Market and Deli Fundraiser. This is all day on April 23! Stock up on all of your goodies before the weekend hits, and DON'T FORGET TO MENTION KESEM!!!!

04/21/2026

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PO Box 260295
Madison, WI
53726

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+12602253736

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