Last Friday, it was my pleasure to speak with Sarah Blumenfield of Camp Kesem. This camp is free of charge for children in families with a parent affected by cancer. They expect to serve 1,000 children in 22 camps this summer. Those numbers just astound me. 1,000 kids who get to run, play and sing camp songs this summer. 1,000 kids who get to hang out with other kids who know exactly how it feels to have a bald mommy, how it feels to live with the “c” word, how it feels to worry about losing a parent.
Speaking of parents, Camp Kesem provides a peace of mind for them too. imagine sending your child off to sleep-away camp and having him come home with new friends that wil be able to support and reassure like no one else, no matter what.
Hats off to you, Camp Kesem! May your “magic” continue for many more years.
