On August 13, 2024, under the starlit sky of my home, four hours east of Phoenix, I was tending to my outdoor fire, something I did most nights. In a split second, my life changed. My cardigan sleeve caught fire, and as I tried to smother it, the flames spread swiftly from my sleeve to […]
On October 26th, ABF hosted our third annual Cottonwood Social Gathering in partnership with the Cottonwood Fire Department. Over 80 attendees enjoyed a day of fun and relaxation at the picturesque Dead Horse Ranch State Park. From horseback riding and ATV adventures to canoeing on the serene lake and creative crafting sessions, there was something […]
Join us for an exciting social gathering in Cottonwood, AZ on October 26th from 10:00 AM to 4:00 PM! We welcome survivors and their families to participate in a day filled with fun activities, including horseback riding, canoeing, bike riding, games, and a delicious lunch. A huge thanks to the Cottonwood Fire Department for generously […]
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 […]
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 […]
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, […]
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 […]
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 […]
This week is Camp Courage! Burn survivors aged 6-19 are gathering at Pine Summit Camp Site in Prescott for a week-long adventure filled with archery, arts & crafts, tie-dye, kickball, canoeing, mountain biking, and a host of other activities to keep these campers busy! We’re thrilled to hear all their stories when they return. With […]
This past weekend, we at the Arizona Burn Foundation had the honor of hosting our annual Camp Connection event, bringing together burn survivors and their significant others for a powerful couple of days focused on healing, support, and connection. Among the participants were Mia and her husband AJ, still navigating life after Mia suffered burn […]
