Peer support and a healthy dose of summer fun spark the Camp Kesem magic

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Camp Kesem is a national non-profit organization that offers free summer camps for children whose parents have cancer. The college-run organization provides peer support in the North Florida community. Throughout the school year, the organization fundraises to make the summer camp a life-changing experience. This summer camp aims to provide children from ages 5-18 with a break from the struggles they face at home.

About Cristina Santiago-Espinet

Cristina is a reporter for WUFT News who can be reached by calling 352-392-6397 or emailing news@wuft.org.

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