Make a Gift. Change a Life.
This Giving Tuesday, you can help us bring unwavering support, authentic friendships, and a lifetime of impact to 2,700 children facing a parent's cancer.
HELP US REACH OUR $2.8 MILLION GOAL!
Your donations have raised
$30,200
TOWARDS OUR MISSION
Your donations will provide support for
27
CHILDREN FACING A PARENT'S CANCER
25 Years of Kesem:
The Invisible Thread
Kesem was founded on a simple idea: no child should ever face a parent’s cancer alone.
For 25 years at over 100 chapters nationwide, that promise has connected over 90,000 children through campfires and care packages, late-night talks and lifelong friendships. Over time, Kesem has created a legacy of support where campers grow into strong, compassionate adults and volunteers become lifelong advocates for others.
In big and small ways, the invisible thread of the Kesem community weaves people together long after the last campfire has gone out. It’s a constant: showing up in graduations and grief, in weddings and phone calls, in the people who continue to be there, no matter how much time has passed. When someone has been a part of Kesem, no matter where they are or how long it’s been, they’re always carrying Kesem with them.
As we look to the next 25 years, and with cancer rates in young adults on the rise, we’re doubling down on our original promise. Through expanded year-round support, programming beyond camp, and even more meaningful virtual and in-person engagement opportunities, we’re building a community that will one day reach every single one of the 5 million children facing a parent’s cancer.
Create your own fundraising page for Kesem, where you can add your story and share with your community to help support our mission this Giving Tuesday.
Help us carry the thread of Kesem forward by spreading the word. Share this campaign on social media and invite others to join in supporting kids facing a parent’s cancer.
Shop our limited-edition Kesem merchandise, and the proceeds will support Kesem's year-round and overnight summer camp programs.
"Because of Kesem, I am a better human. I’ve grown stronger, kinder, and more open-hearted... I believe in the difference a single person can make. I’ve found a family that inspires me to be my best self.”
- Former Kesem Camper and Student Leader
About Giving Tuesday
Giving Tuesday was founded in 2012 through a partnership of New York’s 92nd Street Y and the United Nations Foundation. The goal of this partnership was to find a way for the world to give back following Thanksgiving, Black Friday, and Cyber Monday. More information about Giving Tuesday can be found at givingtuesday.org.
Thanks to our generous supporters across the country, Kesem has raised over $9 million as part of Giving Tuesday since 2013.