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WELCOME

Camp Kesem is a college student run summer camp for kids with a parent who has (or has had) cancer. Our one-week sleep away camps are a chance for kids 6-13 to have a fun-filled week and just be kids.

Everything we do at Camp Kesem focuses on our goal of giving campers the most fun week possible, while providing the extra support and attention the need to…
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2012 Camp Dates!

We are currently accepting camper applications!  Click here for a complete list of camp dates and locations, then click the school’s name to visit their site where applications can be found.  Or contact us to request an application.
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LIVESTRONG

In 2011, Camp Kesem was chosen by LIVESTRONG as one of their four Community Impact Projects, helping us to launch twelve new chapters!  We were also invited to the 2012 LIVESTRONG Assembly in Austin, Texas, where we met with other programs that support families coping with cancer.  More pictures from the event are coming soon.

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The Funsize Blog

Check out our new blog, written by Camp Director Scott “Funsize” Arizala.   Funsize is one of the leading experts and premier trainers on kids, staff and the experience of summer camp.  His blog will feature answers to camp questions posed by students and camper families, as well as highlight some of our favorite camp memories!
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Merrell’s Oyster – The Race
20/05/2012 Austin, TX

Merrell’s Oyster – The Race


Camp Kesem is the charitable partner in the Merrell Oyster – The Race, an exciting “urban adventure race” taking place in Austin, Texas on Sunday May 20, 2012.

Susan Nelson Fleiss Memorial Fund Dinner

Susan Nelson Fleiss Memorial Fund Dinner

The first annual Susan Nelson Fleiss Memorial Fund Dinner was a huge success! The event included some very special speakers, including Camp Kesem  UCLA campers “107″ and “Bamboo”, Executive Director Jane Saccaro, and Eric Fleiss.…

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05/30/2012 What’s the deal with behavior contracts? 05/30/12

In what types of situations would you recommend that we draft up a contract for a troublesome camper to hold them accountable for their behavior?…

05/23/2012 What do we do with Teens during down time at camp? 05/23/12

What do we do with our teens during down time?
My favorite stuff to do with teens is either some sort of group project or the discussion-based games.…