Newswise — WASHINGTON (April 4, 2013) – The George Washington University branch of Camp Kesem, a non-profit dedicated to helping the children of cancer patients, will host its Fifth Annual Share the Magic Dinner and Silent Auction on Wed., April 17 at 6:30 p.m. The event will be co-sponsored by the George Washington Cancer Institute.
Share the Magic 2013 will feature a cocktail reception, three-course dinner, silent auction, and remarks from Camp Kesem participants. Auction items include signed sports memorabilia, tickets to amusement parks, and a stay at a local bed and breakfast. Tickets are $60.00 per person. All proceeds from the event benefit Camp Kesem GW’s 2013 summer camp program, which will host ninety children whose parents are past or present cancer patients.
"We understand that a cancer diagnosis impacts the entire family," said Mandi Pratt-Chapman, associate director of the GW Cancer Institute. "We are so pleased to co-sponsor Share the Magic to support the important work Camp Kesem is doing for children affected by cancer in our region."
WHEN: Wednesday, April 17, 2013 at 6:30 P.M.
WHERE: The George Washington University
City View Room
1957 E Street NW, 7th Floor
Washington, D.C. 20052
Foggy Bottom-GWU Metro (Orange and Blue lines)
RSVP: Open press. Media wishing to attend must RSVP at www.sharethemagic2013.eventbrite.com.
**Media**: For more information, contact Lisa Anderson at [email protected] or 202-994-3121.
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Camp Kesem GW provides a free summer camp for the children of cancer patients, where they can build self-esteem, form friendships, and learn how to positively cope with a loved one diagnosed with cancer. Camp Kesem focuses on providing a safe, fun, and free summer camp experience where kids can be kids, with the help of GW student volunteers who plan the camp program and work as camp counselors. A parent of two campers, ages 10 and 12, said that “Camp Kesem has been a life changing experience for [her] kids.” Camp Kesem GW’s summer 2013 camp program will take place August 18 – 23 at Camp Louise in Cascade, MD.
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