Kesem at Yale University

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

Mission: To support children with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community. Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond a parent’s cancer. Its mission is to support these children with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community. Kesem programs have a lasting impact on children b

y providing them a peer-support network that understands their unique needs, builds confidence and strengthens their communication skills. 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. Kesem at Yale was founded in 2013 and supports children in the greater New Haven community by providing a free two-week-long summer camp experience and year-round peer support. Camp Kesem at Yale is operated by 150 student volunteers and serves 140 campers ages 6-18 per year. In 2019, Kesem served more than 10,200 children coast-to-coast—all funded by generous donations from individuals, foundations, and corporate partners.

!!ALERT!! New post: Purple Edition 💜
08/19/2026

!!ALERT!! New post: Purple Edition 💜

R-E-D Are you RED-RED-READY for another Kesem post? ❗️❤️
08/18/2026

R-E-D Are you RED-RED-READY for another Kesem post? ❗️❤️

ORANGE you glad you get to see camp through each unit’s eyes? 🍊
08/18/2026

ORANGE you glad you get to see camp through each unit’s eyes? 🍊

Here’s a little peek at what camp looks like for our Yellow Unit! 💛
08/18/2026

Here’s a little peek at what camp looks like for our Yellow Unit! 💛

CAMP DAY TWO!! 🐛Our first full day of camp is complete! ✅ We had so many fun events, like the Glow Party, and we have ma...
08/16/2026

CAMP DAY TWO!! 🐛

Our first full day of camp is complete! ✅ We had so many fun events, like the Glow Party, and we have many more left!

Here’s a little look into Day Two through our “Glue” (Green/Blue) Unit’s eyes! 💚💙
08/16/2026

Here’s a little look into Day Two through our “Glue” (Green/Blue) Unit’s eyes! 💚💙

CAMP DAY ONE 🐛 We had the best time yesterday welcoming everyone to camp! From the theme reveal to mostest bestest, it w...
08/15/2026

CAMP DAY ONE 🐛

We had the best time yesterday welcoming everyone to camp! From the theme reveal to mostest bestest, it was an awesome day. We are so excited for day two! 🎉

Wahoooo!!! It’s the day before camp! All the session 1 counselors are here getting ready for the most awesome week ever!...
08/13/2026

Wahoooo!!! It’s the day before camp! All the session 1 counselors are here getting ready for the most awesome week ever! We can’t wait to see everyone tomorrow!

Camp is right around the corner and we cannot wait to welcome everyone! Below is pick-up and drop-off information for Se...
08/11/2026

Camp is right around the corner and we cannot wait to welcome everyone! Below is pick-up and drop-off information for Session 1 and Session 2 of camp. Please reach out with any questions or concerns. KLAM!

WHO’S PUMPED FOR CAMP?!?!!! I know we are!! In fact, we’re even more pumped than Alto is in this photo from Kesem olympi...
08/07/2026

WHO’S PUMPED FOR CAMP?!?!!! I know we are!! In fact, we’re even more pumped than Alto is in this photo from Kesem olympics last year…..😁😁😁.

Can’t wait to see everyone next week for session 1 and session 2 the week after!🚀

Till then: 🏕️🔥🪵🎣🌘🎨🏊‍♀️🐛😊💫

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