Camp Kesem at the University of Miami, a chapter part of a nationwide community driven by passionate college student leaders that supports children through and beyond their parent’s cancer, is has announced plans for its spring fundraiser, Make the Magic. which will take place on Sunday, Apr. 22, at the Donna E. Shalala Student Center at the University of Miami. Tickets for the event are $55 and are available at http://bit.ly/2stEo6A.
During this year’s Make the Magic, guests will enjoy a catered dinner, cocktail hour, entertainment, and various prizes. Guests will also have the opportunity to partake in a silent auction and paddle raise. Funds raised during this annual fundraising night of dinner, philanthropy, and entertainment will help provide year-long peer support and send 60 children to camp.
The event will include a meal consisting of chicken milanese, penne pasta, a salad bar, and gourmet desserts, and some fun activities including creating your very own camp name and designing a personal luminary in-between taking fun pictures at the photo booth.
In the summer of 2017, more than 7,200 children attended free summer camps during over 100 weeklong sessions of Camp Kesem conducted at fun and exciting sites from coast-to-coast. Camp Kesem is organized locally in South Florida by dedicated students from the
University of Miami. This summer, Camp Kesem at the University of Miami will host 140 campers from July 28 until Aug. 3 and Aug. 4 until Aug. 12.
Over 5 million children have been impacted by a parent’s cancer and Camp Kesem is the largest national organization dedicated to this unique population. This camp experience and Kesem’s year-round support 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.
Children attending Camp Kesem at the University of Miami will participate in a host of fun activities including “cave” painting, kayaking, archery, music and drama programing, and more. Nightly “Cabin Chats” allow campers to open up to their peers and counselors.
Camp Kesem at the University of Miami is organized by dedicated students at the University of Miami who work yearlong to plan and fundraise for an impactful week of camp. Student volunteers and counselors experience leadership development and undergo extensive training prior to camp. Camp Kesem is provided free of charge to all participating families and is therefore supported by private donations and community support.
For more information on Camp Kesem, visit www.kesem.org, For more information about Camp Kesem at the University of Miami, visit www.campkesem.org/miami.
