Alexander Garcia, a 23 year old Southern Arizona native, is an electrical fire survivor. Back in March of 2024, Alexander sustained a 56% body burn due to an electrical fire breaking out in his RV home. The fire occurred after plugging a device into an outlet in the home. After emergency services arrived, Alexander was […]
Plexus Worldwide is sponsoring our Festival of Tree’s this year! The Plexus team joined in our 2024 Lake Day for Camp Courage this summer, seeing all the amazing staff and campers. Arizona Burn Foundation is grateful for their engagement this year for the Festival of Tree’s – Video Sponsor- helping us to tell our story! […]
This past April 5-year-old Mia and her family were in a tragic car accident where two of her siblings and grandfather passed away. Mia, another sibling, and her mom were taken to the hospital for medical care. Mia sustained a broken leg as well as burns, going down her backside from her neck down to […]
The summer mercifully is starting to wind down. Arizona heat has once again set records and once again ABF has been there to support the families that have been impacted by these record-breaking hot months. As a supporter of ABF, you have allowed for families that have been impacted by a burn trauma to receive […]
We are excited to announce our upcoming Smoke Alarm Walks, offering a fantastic opportunity to engage with and support our community. This fall, we will be hosting eight walks across various locations in the valley, and we invite you to join us as a volunteer. Schedule: September 28th – Buckeye October 5th – Prescott Valley October 12th – […]
From August 2-4, we hosted our annual Camp Hope, a special weekend retreat for adult burn survivors aged 26 and over. This year’s camp housed 12 survivors and provided a unique opportunity for relaxation, connection, and personal growth. Campers engaged in game nights and participated in sessions designed to enhance their storytelling and response skills, […]
As we celebrate the 4th of July, I’m reminded of the spirit of independence and community that defines our great nation. This holiday brings families and friends together to celebrate, often with barbecues, parades, and of course, fireworks. While these traditions are cherished, they also present an opportunity for us to reflect on safety and […]
We are still beaming with pride over the success of Camp Courage! This year’s theme, “Olympics – Go for Gold,” inspired our campers to reach for the stars and strive for excellence in every aspect of their lives. Over 100 dedicated volunteers devoted their time to serving our young burn survivors, aged 6-19, through a […]
We are thrilled to announce that, thanks to a generous grant from FEMA, we have distributed over 100,000 copies of Milo and Moxie: Wildfire Prevention to children in six counties across the Western United States, all at no cost to the schools, fire departments, and families! The counties benefiting from this initiative are: Pima County, […]
Camp Courage: Olympics – Go for Gold 2024 has drawn to a close, but the memories and impact of this incredible week will resonate for a lifetime. Our young survivors embarked on a journey filled with adventure, self-discovery, and the power of community. As we reflect on the final days of camp, we’re filled with […]
