Kesem at Yale University

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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 by 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.

‼️📢 HEY HEY HEY 📢‼️We are SO excited to invite you all to our first Kesem Together event (previously Friends & Family Da...
10/12/2026

‼️📢 HEY HEY HEY 📢‼️

We are SO excited to invite you all to our first Kesem Together event (previously Friends & Family Day) of the year!

Kesem Together is the perfect opportunity for campers to reconnect with fellow campers & counselors, for new families to learn more about Kesem, and for new counselors to experience the Kesem magic. Grab a friend and come enjoy some fun activities with everyone! 🫂🌟

🗓️ November 14th, 2026
⏰ 1:00-4:00pm
📍 Dwight Hall @ Yale

Make sure to RSVP by scanning the QR code - the registration link is also available in our linktree, located in our bio!

Registration link: https://kesem.campmanagement.com/p/campers/login_m.php

INTRODUCING THE 2026-2027 COORDINATOR BOARD 🐛🦋🌟Starting us off, our DIRECTORS!! Directors primarily recruit, manage, and...
10/09/2026

INTRODUCING THE 2026-2027 COORDINATOR BOARD 🐛🦋🌟

Starting us off, our DIRECTORS!! Directors primarily recruit, manage, and lead student coordinators and our chapter’s advisory board. They also communicate with national staff throughout the year and recruit our Health and Wellness Team for camp!

Our directors work tirelessly behind the scenes to keep our chapter on track and are here to support general members, coordinators, and our greater community!

Stay tuned to learn more about the rest of our coordinator board ✨

!!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! 💚💙

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New Haven, CT
06520

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+14754413755

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