Kesem is a nationwide community, led by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer.
Kesem is a federally registered 501(c)(3) not-for-profit organization. Mission: To support children through and beyond their parent’s cancer with innovative, fun-filled programs that foster a lasting community.
FUN FRIDAY!! As Wishlist Week comes to an end, we want to highlight some of the things that make our Kesem community so special. Thank you for an amazing week—please keep checking out the link in our bio to see how you can help out this summer. Every donation counts!! 🩵💚🪄
It’s day 4 of Wishlist Week and you know what that means…THEME THURSDAY!! Here is our ops team (Clover 🍀 Penguin 🐧 and Goldie ⭐️) to announce this summer’s camp theme!! Stay tuned to the end to find out and you may also see some special guest appearances…👀 As a reminder, we are hoping to have our whole wish list donated this week, so please check out the link in our bio if you’re looking to help out!! We are so grateful for anything our CKommunity is willing to donate!!
WISHLIST WEDNESDAY!! Here’s penguin 🐧 to tell you how you can make an impact at camp this summer by helping us buy supplies for our unit backpacks!!
Happy TLP Tuesday!!! Introducing our Teen Leadership Program (TLP) coordinators, Olaf ⛄️ and Iron Man 🦸♂️!! They work hard to plan specialized programming for our older campers that focuses on leadership, connection, and community service. In addition to fun bonding activities, TLP campers plan and run an amazing carnival for the rest of the campers!! Check out the wishlist link in our bio to support our TLP campers this summer 🩵💚
Happy Messy Monday!! Messy Olympics is one of our campers’ favorite activities every year. We are working to gather all of our Amazon wishlist supplies this week and would be so grateful for any donations! Please visit the link in our bio to help us make messy magical. 🪄 Every item helps us create fun memories for our amazing campers!!
04/13/2026
We are officially kicking off WISHLIST WEEK!! Here is a sneak peek of what to expect this week as we highlight some of our favorite parts of camp 🩵💚
04/11/2026
☎️ Calling all CKNU friends and family!! Join us for a fun day at the Lincoln Park Zoo on May 3, 2026 from 2-4 PM. It will be a wonderful opportunity for campers, families, and any members of our CKNU family to connect and enjoy the zoo!! More details and logistics to come as the date approaches.
Sign up here: https://tinyurl.com/fnf0503
02/08/2026
We are still looking for volunteers to join our Health and Wellness Team for this upcoming summer! Please reach out to us via DM or email us at [email protected] if you or someone you know may be interested in spreading some this summer. ✨🪄
02/02/2026
Calling all nurses and mental health professionals ‼️
Are you passionate about making a difference in the Chicagoland community? If you or someone you know is looking for an amazing opportunity this summer, we are seeking Health & Wellness Team members to help create a safe, supportive experience for children facing a parent’s cancer. 🩵💚
To get in touch with us, please use the form below or email our chapter at [email protected]. Feel free to share this post with anyone you know who would love to help spread this summer.✨🪄
https://kesem.tfaforms.net/4638436
11/19/2025
Reminder that Giving Tuesday is in two weeks!!! Join us in supporting Kesem Northwestern on this national day of giving! 💚💙