Recently, ABF, in partnership with the Diane & Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center – Valleywise Health, hosted the Western Region Burn Conference in Seattle, WA. The three-day event gathered more than 150 burn care professionals and industry experts from 13 western states. Renowned for its pioneering spirit and dedication to excellence, the Western United States […]
You know that special thing you love that you can’t wait to do again? For Bob, 72, it’s riding his motorcycle on Arizona’s scenic byways. The engine’s roar and the wind in his face remind him of flying F-14 Tomcat jet fighters in the Navy. But an accident in his backyard put all that at […]
Every year, camp is filled with unique and memorable moments. This year, one of ABF’s six-year-old campers was climbing a 30-foot ladder on the ropes course, and an eight-year-old camper was right behind her. The course, designed to build trust and connection, had both girls harnessed in with a team of safety volunteers on hand. […]
Dear Friends of ABF, As extreme heat takes over the Valley, we find ourselves in our busiest time of year. Beds at Arizona’s burn centers in Phoenix and Tucson are filling up as contact burns increase. This time of year, we see a rise in families needing support after loved ones have fallen on hot […]
For the past 25 years, Cunningham Law Firm has been a cornerstone of support for our organization. Their unwavering commitment has not only helped us achieve our goals but has also made a significant impact on our community. Their contributions have enabled us to host numerous events, including the recent Rim-to-Rim Grand Canyon hike, […]
In the early hours before sunrise on May 16, eleven determined individuals embarked on an extraordinary journey. At 2:30 AM, they set out to conquer the Grand Canyon’s North Rim to South Rim, a grueling 24-mile trek in just one day. While many groups from around the world attempt the Rim-to-Rim (R2R) hike, this group […]
Dear Friends of ABF, In this month’s newsletter, you will read about a resilient group of individuals wo inspire me every day. While they have always been a source of inspiration, I must admit I was initially hesitant when one of our board members, Jason, approached me with his idea. Jason, a burn survivor himself, […]
Diana and Jeff have known each other for 52 years, been together for 32 and married for 23. Like many long-term couples, they faced challenges that began to pull them apart. Diana’s accident in October 2023 was a turning point. She had been struggling with personal challenges, and one night, while Diana and Jeff were […]
We are delighted to share that Vanessa Moore, one of ABF’s Burn Care Support Coordinators, has been honored as one of PHOENIX Magazine’s Healthcare Heroes! Vanessa was recognized for the pivotal role she plays in connecting burn survivors and their families to vital services and resources during times of crisis, recovery and beyond. As part […]
Dear Friends of ABF, Since 2019, when I first joined the Arizona Burn Foundation as CEO, the number of burn survivors and their families that we assist has doubled, expanding our reach significantly. Additionally, we now host six camps and retreats and have increased our team from five to 12. This growth underscores the critical […]
