news Archives - Arizona Burn Foundation

October 16, 2025

ABF Featured on Arizona PBS: Expanding Our Reach Through Mercy Care Partnership

We’re proud to share that the Arizona Burn Foundation was recently featured on Arizona Horizon, a public affairs program on Arizona PBS. The segment spotlighted our new partnership with Mercy Care, made possible through a generous $125,000 Community Reinvestment Grant. This grant supports our Thrive Programs—services that help burn survivors and their families move from […]

July 14, 2025

Media Event: City of Phoenix Task Force Cracks Down on Aerial Fireworks

Earlier this month, ABF participated in the annual Fireworks Safety Media Event alongside the Phoenix Fire Department and several community partners. The event, part of a broader initiative by the City of Phoenix, which has established a new task force in collaboration with the Phoenix Fire and Phoenix Police Department to address the use and dangers […]

July 14, 2025

Western Region Burn Conference: Advancing Burn Care Together

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 […]

May 14, 2025

PHOENIX Magazine Announces 2025 Healthcare Heroes!

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 […]

April 16, 2025

CEO Corner April 2025

Dear Friends of ABF, I am incredibly proud of the Arizona Burn Foundation and the work we do. If we’ve ever spoken, you know how enthusiastic I am about our mission. Every week, I am inspired by our team, volunteers, and partners as they go door-to-door installing smoke alarms in vulnerable communities across Arizona. This […]

February 6, 2025

CEO Corner February 2025

We are deeply saddened by the recent firework tragedy in Aliamanu, Hawaii, on New Year’s Eve. As our most loyal supporters, I wanted to share an update on ABF’s role in supporting the affected families. Currently, five survivors are receiving expert care at the Diane and Bruce Halle Arizona Burn Center in Phoenix. Over the […]

January 8, 2025

CEO Corner January 2025

Happy New Year! I hope everyone was able to have fun with family and friends which filled the holiday season with warmth and joy. As we look forward into 2025, we are ABF see “Hope” for our burn community in Arizona. With the opportunity for our survivors to receive the support of ABF because of […]

July 4, 2024

CEO Corner July 2024

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 […]

June 6, 2024

CEO Corner June 2024

The experience at Camp Courage never disappoints. Young burn survivors who have faced tremendous trauma and sometimes feel alone in their struggles find a safe place to have fun again. During this week, they can also meet many other children facing similar challenges. It is a relief for them in many ways to find support […]

May 10, 2024

Safety Heroes in the Making with Milo & Moxie

The Arizona Burn Foundation (ABF) is excited to announce the completion of the first year of a three-year partnership with the Cartwright School District and the Phoenix Fire Department. This innovative program brings vital fire safety and burn prevention education directly into first grade classrooms. Over the past school year, ABF staff members, Phoenix firefighters, […]

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