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Kesem is a 501c3 non-profit organization driven by passionate college student leaders that support kids through and beyond a parent's cancer. Our local chapter at UC San Diego has been operating since 2004, and has expanded from serving 15 campers during our first year to 170+ campers for this upcoming year! Each year, we provide a summer camp for children whose parent(s) has/had/passed away from cancer. We fundraise as college students so that our campers are able to attend camp entirely free of charge. We directly support children in San Diego County during one of the most confusing and traumatic times in their life. Our camp and the community we create increases their self confidence and teaches them how to process their grief. We are the largest national organization dedicated to this unique population - supporting children with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community.
