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Camp Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports ch 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. Syracuse was founded in 2014 and

supports children in the Syracuse area 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 50 student volunteers and serves 60 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.

06/12/2026

Don’t let the NBA Finals, Stanley Cup, and World Cup distract you from the REAL biggest sporting event of the summer… COLOR GAMES!

In celebration of this summer of sports, we wanted to give our own Kesem take on the championship graphics that have been blessing everyone’s feeds.

Whether you’re hoping the Knicks and ‘Canes win the NBA and NHL crowns, or whether you want Spain to be champions of the world, make sure you tune in when Team Blue takes on Team Green later this summer in beautiful Copake, NY!

Check out the Amazon Wishlist in our bio if you want to help us put on these awesome games for our beloved campers!

06/10/2026

Wishlist Wednesday!

This Wishlist Wednesday we wanted to highlight some of the materials that really help bring Color Games to life! Help us out by donating Color Games themed bandanas, face paint, and anything else you can think of in our Wishlist.

Thank you for all of your support, we’re so excited to put together another great summer of camp later this summer. None of this would be possible without your support!

06/01/2026

Messy Games is one of our favorite Camp Kesem traditions — and we need your help bringing the fun to camp this summer! 🎨💚💙

We’re collecting donations for messy games and activities for our campers, including paint and other supplies. Every donation helps create unforgettable memories filled with creativity, and camp magic ✨

Check out our Amazon Wishlist linked in our bio to support our campers!

05/28/2026

Get excited for Theme Reveal Thursday!

The team has been keeping this under wraps for months, but with no further ado, we’re excited to announce that CKSU is going touring this summer with our theme: music!

Follow along with our musical themes each day as we explore all things sound! From disco to rock ‘n’ roll, we’re bound to have a great time with a great soundtrack. Comment some of your favorite camp appropriate songs below and we’ll make sure we hear them this summer!

05/27/2026

🌟Happy Wishlist Wednesday!🌟

For every Wednesday leading up to camp this summer, we will be highlighting some important wishes on our Amazon Wishlist!

This week, we’re emphasizing these key parts to our sports activities! You can find our full wishlist in the link in bio. Thank you for all of your support!

05/14/2026

Congratulations to our seniors who graduated this past weekend! 🎓

Thank you for the heart, leadership, kindness, and dedication you brought to Camp Kesem at Syracuse University over the past four years. Your impact on this organization, our counselors, and especially our campers will be felt long after graduation.

We are so grateful for the memories, laughter, and love you shared with this community. No matter where life takes you next, you’ll always have a home in Kesem.

Once Kesem family, always Kesem family ✨

05/08/2026

🌟Get to know Sunset!🌟

Say hello to the other half of our chapter Co-Director team! Sunset has been a fixture in Camp Kesem at SU since she stepped on campus. She has done an awesome job this year in continuing our growth as a chapter.

When she’s not running marathons, you can find Sunset spending time with friends, or trying to get all of our coord members to finish their tasks! Thank you for everything you’ve done for our organization, we love you Sunset! 💚💙💚💙

05/05/2026

🌟Get to know Whisk!🌟

Our next Senior being Spotlighted is none other than Whisk! A three year counselor and member, Whisk has contributed so much to our organization. She’s recently worked on the Voco team, overseeing all of our lovely student leaders on campus.

With a heart of gold and a bright future ahead, we’re so excited to see where the road leads you! Thank you for all of your hard work and dedication, Whisk. See you this summer!

04/27/2026

🌟Say hi to the pride of Upstate, NY!🌟

Our next senior is none other than everyone’s favorite Sports Coordinator, Peach! Peach has been such an important part of the CKSU team for the past three years, and we’re excited to get one last summer with him!

If he’s not busy at work, you’ll find Peach golfing or hanging with friends. Congrats on graduation, Peach, we’re so excited to see what the future has in store for you!

04/20/2026

Our next Senior Spotlight is a vital member of our Outreach Team, Walle!

Walle is a seasoned Camp Kesem veteran, serving as a Unit Leader for multiple camp sessions, as well as being on our Coord Board for multiple years too! When she’s not designing name tags for our campers, or working on research projects, you can find Walle enjoying a nice seafood boil.

We’re so proud of everything you’ve contributed to our chapter and we’re all so excited to see what your future holds! Thanks for being awesome, Walle!

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720 University Avenue, PO Box 35705
Syracuse, NY
13210

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