Camp Kesem chapter coming to MSU in fall

STARKVILLE, Miss. (WCBI/PRESS RELEASE) – A camp that supports children impacted by their parent’s cancer is coming to Mississippi State University.

The new chapter comes to MSU through Camp Kesem’s “Chapter Expansion Campgain.” After 12 finalists were voted on for a new chapter, MSU came out in first place with over 7,100 votes.

Camp Kesem has 110 chapters nationwide. College student work with kids ages 6-18 through and beyond their parents’ cancer. The camp uses activities to help kids build confidence and communication skills, while connecting them to understanding peers.

The free week-long camp is funded through individual and corporate support and donations. In 2018, Camp Kessem was able to serve over 9,000 kids at no cost to their families.

MSU will offer its first camp in summer of 2020.

For more information, visit https://campkesem.org/