Kesem at University of Oregon

Kesem at University of Oregon Camp Kesem is a nationwide community, driven by passionate college student leaders, that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer.

A program of Kesem, Camp Kesem operates over 70 free summer camps in 33 states for children ages 6 to 16 who have been touched by a parent’s cancer. This camping experience has a lasting impact on children by providing them a peer-support network that understands their unique needs, builds confidence and strengthens their communication skills. In 2015, Camp Kesem served over 5,000 children coast-t

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Learn why our Kesem Oregon Directors participate in Kesem! We’re so lucky to have Goldfish, Sprinkles, and Mango as our ...
01/23/2025

Learn why our Kesem Oregon Directors participate in Kesem! We’re so lucky to have Goldfish, Sprinkles, and Mango as our amazing Director team this 2024-2025 school year. See them at a meeting? Say hi! 🐛💙💚 Keep your eyes peeled for more spotlights soon 👀

The application deadline has passed but if you are male-identifying, you have the opportunity to apply past deadline! Th...
01/11/2025

The application deadline has passed but if you are male-identifying, you have the opportunity to apply past deadline!

This is super crucial for camp this summer, so if you have been thinking about applying for Kesem at all, this is your chance!

In the bio you’ll find an application link, and remember to do it twice if you want to be considered for both weeks!

We’re excited to see your applications!!

THANK YOU to everyone who donated to Kesem Oregon on Giving Tuesday! We raised $21,000 (enough to send 42 kids to camp)....
12/21/2024

THANK YOU to everyone who donated to Kesem Oregon on Giving Tuesday! We raised $21,000 (enough to send 42 kids to camp). Special shout out to all of our Kesem Oregon counselors, alumni, and families who helped raise money for our cause during Giving Tuesday and continue to throughout the year.

SCO KESEM! Submit your counselor application by December 20th to join us at camp this summer :) Link is in our bio 💙💚
12/18/2024

SCO KESEM! Submit your counselor application by December 20th to join us at camp this summer :) Link is in our bio 💙💚

KESEM T-SHIRT COMPETITION:The member who recruits the highest number of new Kesem members will win free Kesem merch!!Qua...
12/05/2024

KESEM T-SHIRT COMPETITION:
The member who recruits the highest number of new Kesem members will win free Kesem merch!!

Qualifications + Information:
- The new members will be counted once their application is submitted
- All new members must be entirely new to Kesem (besides prior campers)
- the winner will be able to choose their preferred size and color of t-shirt!
- examples above!

DEADLINE: December 20th (for the winner and all applications!)

If you have been considering Kesem, here’s your sign to take the jump!

Hey, hey, hey, listen up, listen up!! Today is ✨ Please consider donating to Kesem Oregon to help support children thr...
12/03/2024

Hey, hey, hey, listen up, listen up!! Today is ✨ Please consider donating to Kesem Oregon to help support children through and beyond a parent’s cancer 💙💚 All donations go directly towards programming and a free summer camp for our campers. Click the link in our bio to donate directly to our page or scroll through to find a counselor to donate to directly!

Here at Kesem Oregon we hear your cravings. For our last Giving Tuesday Profit share, you can hear your cravings too and...
12/03/2024

Here at Kesem Oregon we hear your cravings.

For our last Giving Tuesday Profit share, you can hear your cravings too and stop by Texas Roadhouse!

From 4:30-10 If you present this flyer 10% of the proceeds will support our cause! Help us reach our fundraising goal this giving Tuesday!

Track Town Pizza is donating proceeds to Kesem Oregon from 11am-midnight tomorrow, December 2nd! Stop by for a pizza, sa...
12/01/2024

Track Town Pizza is donating proceeds to Kesem Oregon from 11am-midnight tomorrow, December 2nd! Stop by for a pizza, salad, or an order of breadsticks 🍕🥗🥖

Join us at the EMU Chipotle tomorrow (December 2nd) from 4pm to 8pm to support Kesem Oregon! Show this flyer at checkout...
12/01/2024

Join us at the EMU Chipotle tomorrow (December 2nd) from 4pm to 8pm to support Kesem Oregon! Show this flyer at checkout or order online using the code above 🌯🐛 Proceeds will be donated to Kesem Oregon 💙💚💛

Save the Date: Give Kids Kesem this Giving TuesdayMark your calendars: Tuesday, December 3, we’re coming together to —a...
11/25/2024

Save the Date: Give Kids Kesem this Giving Tuesday

Mark your calendars: Tuesday, December 3, we’re coming together to —a gift that brings belonging, connection, joy, and hope to children impacted by a parent’s cancer.

This , we’re counting on you to help us . We can’t do it without you. ✨

Learn more, pledge your support, and join us on December 3 at donate.kesem.org/GivingTuesday24

Help support Kesem at BJ’s (Valley River Center) on Nov. 21st from 3-10 PM! Whether you’re dining in, grabbing takeout, ...
11/20/2024

Help support Kesem at BJ’s (Valley River Center) on Nov. 21st from 3-10 PM! Whether you’re dining in, grabbing takeout, or ordering online, show the Kesem flyer or enter the code to ensure 20% of your purchase goes to our cause.

We appreciate all your support and cannot wait to see you there!

Huge thank you to !

Counselor applications are now open! Find them in our bio :)
11/20/2024

Counselor applications are now open! Find them in our bio :)

If you have been interested in Kesem come to the member onboarding meeting THIS SUNDAY! We will give a counselor applica...
11/13/2024

If you have been interested in Kesem come to the member onboarding meeting THIS SUNDAY!

We will give a counselor application walkthrough and discuss how you can get involved!

Bonus points if you bring a friend you get ice cream!

Hey friends & fam! Join us on Saturday, November 16th from 5-7pm for our Fall Friends & Family Day! There will be carniv...
11/07/2024

Hey friends & fam! Join us on Saturday, November 16th from 5-7pm for our Fall Friends & Family Day! There will be carnival games, crafts, and other fun activities 🎟️🥳💙💛💚 Location info will be sent directly to families.

Hello all! This Sunday (October 20th) is our first general member meeting! Meet us at 3PM at Chiles 128 to learn about K...
10/15/2024

Hello all! This Sunday (October 20th) is our first general member meeting!

Meet us at 3PM at Chiles 128 to learn about Kesem with a side of pizza and fun games (9-square)!

All are welcome, we would love to see you there 💚💙

We want to linger… a little longer 💙💚💛 That’s a wrap on Week 2 of Kesem Oregon! We had the best time and can’t wait to s...
09/04/2024

We want to linger… a little longer 💙💚💛 That’s a wrap on Week 2 of Kesem Oregon! We had the best time and can’t wait to see everyone next year! Until then… carry Kesem Magic with you wherever you may go ✨🐛

Coordinator Board applications are now open! Apply by August 12th using the link in our bio :)
07/30/2024

Coordinator Board applications are now open! Apply by August 12th using the link in our bio :)

We had an absolutely amazing first week of camp filled with kayaking, messy games, water games, campfires, 9 square, zip...
06/26/2024

We had an absolutely amazing first week of camp filled with kayaking, messy games, water games, campfires, 9 square, zip-lining and so much more! Thank you to everyone who made this week possible! Can’t wait for week 2!!💚💙
Thank you to our Camp Advisors, P-Mac, Pants and Meringue!! And thank you to our Health & Wellness Team, Curly, Tinkerbell, Phantom and Pokey! We could not have done it without you all!

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A little Giving Tuesday recap to say thank you to all those who showed up to support! We appreciate all the support whether it be donations, saying hello at the tabling, or following us on Instagram! We are still working towards our fundraising goal, so make sure to keep the energy up! Also a huge thank you to counselors who planned this whole day and brought the energy tabling. #givingtuesday #kesemoregon #kesem #oregon #universityoforegon #universityoforegonclub

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