Dear Friends of ABF, As we close out the year, I want to take a moment to reflect on what your support has made possible. For 58 years, the Arizona Burn Foundation has stood as a bridge between hospital and home, walking alongside burn survivors and their families through every stage of healing. What begins […]
At this year’s Festival of Trees, we were honored to present Matt Cunningham with the Legacy Award, recognizing a lifetime of advocacy and compassion for burn survivors and their loved ones. Since 2001, Cunningham Law Firm has donated more than $2 million to the Arizona Burn Foundation. Their ongoing support makes it possible for ABF […]
The Arizona Burn Foundation (ABF), a leading nonprofit dedicated to improving the lives of burn survivors and their families, announces the retirement of its respected Chief Executive Officer, Rex Albright, effective Tuesday, December 16, 2025. After seven years of visionary leadership, Albright will step down, leaving a legacy of growth, innovation, and unwavering commitment to […]
Future Nurses and Community Champions This year, nursing students from Arizona State University’s Edson College of Nursing and Health Innovation are stepping outside the classroom, and beyond the walls of the hospital, to put their training into action where it matters most: in the homes of Arizona families. From Peoria to Tempe to Buckeye, more […]
Dear Friends of ABF, As I reflect on this past year, Ella and Nikki’s time together at IAFF’s International Burn Camp reminds me why our work matters. Two people, brought together by chance—Ella’s accident and Nikki’s passion for helping others—now united through the burn community and the support made possible by you. Their experience is […]
When 15-year-old Ella stepped onto the plane this October with Tempe Firefighter, Nikki, she was carrying more than a suitcase. She carried the resilience and courage that earned her the title of the Arizona Burn Foundation’s 2025 Camper of the Year and the perfect representative for ABF at the International Association of Firefighter’s (IAFF) International […]
The Arizona Burn Foundation (ABF), a nonprofit organization dedicated to improving the quality of life of burn survivors and their families while promoting burn prevention advocacy and education, is proud to announce the appointment of Ashley Hower as Chair of its Board of Directors. Ashley, chief marketing officer at Plexus Worldwide, spearheads global marketing initiatives […]
The Arizona Burn Foundation (ABF) is proud to announce the appointment of Ashley Hower as Chair of its Board of Directors. A longtime advocate and supporter of ABF’s mission, Ashley brings both professional expertise and personal passion to this leadership role. As Chief Marketing Officer at Plexus Worldwide, Ashley leads global marketing strategy, brand development, […]
Together for Safer Homes For years, the Arizona Burn Foundation (ABF) and the American Red Cross have partnered on a shared mission to prevent home fire tragedies and protect families across Arizona. This collaboration combines resources and volunteers to amplify efforts and impact, utilizing the strengths of both organizations—ABF’s community reach and the Red Cross’s […]
Armed with drills, ladders, and compassion, ABF, our partners and volunteers spend their Saturday mornings knocking on doors, installing alarms, and empowering their neighbors to keep their community safe. Each new smoke alarm represents not just safety — but hope. Hope that spreads from doorstep to doorstep as ABF and partners hit the ground in […]
