- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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20 people are interested
Camp Kesem- The Color Run: Throw Color For Kids
ORGANIZATION: Camp Kesem North Carolina
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- A group opportunity. Invite your friends.
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20 people are interested
Camp Kesem works to create a free, week-long summer camp to children who have a parent affected by cancer. We are having our largest event which is the Color Run 5k race taking place at Research Triangle Park. We need volunteers to stand at the kilometer markers and throw colors at the runners who go by. By volunteering, you help send a child affected by cancer to camp for free.
The camp serves to give these children worry-free and childlike fun since many struggle with the hardships of illness at home. Also, we create an environment supporting emotional recovery as the kids are surrounded by others who have had similar experiences with cancer.
More opportunities with Camp Kesem North Carolina
No additional volunteer opportunities at this time.
About Camp Kesem North Carolina
Location:
036 Bryan Center, P.O. Box 90834, Durham, NC 27708, US
Mission Statement
Camp Kesem recognizes and embraces the often-overlooked population of children affected by a parent’s cancer. Camp Kesem empowers college student leaders nationwide to create free, life-changing summer camps for children affected by a parent’s cancer.
Description
Since 2000, Camp Kesem has given children affected by a parent’s cancer the opportunity to just be kids, something many of them miss out on due to the hardships of illness at home. The ever-expanding Kesem community engages in camp activities like sports, arts and crafts, and drama to give campers a week of worry-free and childlike fun. Campers also participate in "Cabin Chats" with fellow campers and counselors, giving children the chance to share their experiences with each other. There are plenty of laughs and lots of emotional support, but Camp Kesem does not provide therapy. Being with others who have experienced similar pasts like losing a parent helps them find emotional support in each other, and it is the great fun that they have while there which makes Kesem a magical place for campers and counselors.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
10 Park DriveResearch Triangle Park, NC 27708
DATE POSTED
July 29, 2014
SKILLS
GOOD FOR
- Teens
- People 55+
- Group
REQUIREMENTS
N/A