Camp Kesem - Better Camp Finder

Kesem is a nationwide non-profit organization that provides free summer camps and year-round support services for children that have been impacted by a parent’s cancer-free of cost. Kesem’s mission of supporting children through and beyond a parent’s cancer, and our vision of ensuring that every child impacted by a parent’s cancer is never alone, can only be realized through an ongoing, steadfast commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion in every part of our organization.

Kesem is the largest national organization dedicated to this unique population, and for many children, their Camp Kesem experience is a life-changing event–providing them a community of children with similar experiences, and a safe and welcoming environment to have fun and rediscover their childhood.

It’ll take more than COVID-19 to halt America’s rich summer camp tradition. But if nothing else, the 2020 summer camp season has taught an old dog some really cool new tricks. Going virtual has saved the season for camps in states where regulations have shortened or prevented traditional offerings.