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 […]
This weekend, we have Camp Connection in Tucson, Arizona – our camp for burn survivors and their significant others! Couples will have the opportunity to connect with others and will experience group sessions on the topics of the Healing Process, Coping, Approaching Difficult Conversations, Communication Styles, and Rehearsing Your Response. They’ll also have a […]
We’ve just concluded our Spring session of Milo & Moxie classes in partnership with the Cartwright School District, under the auspices of our collaboration with the Phoenix Fire Department. Over the next three years, we’ll be guiding the same group of students through the Milo & Moxie curriculum each semester, meticulously tracking their progress in […]
Are you ready to embark on an unforgettable journey filled with camaraderie, adventure, and the spirit of champions? Arizona Burn Foundation invites burn survivors aged 6-19 to join us for an extraordinary experience at Camp Courage 2024 in Prescott, Arizona. Best of all, there’s no cost to you or your family! Camp Courage: A Place […]
In February, the Arizona Burn Foundation brought the spirit of resilience to Oracle, Arizona, hosting Camp Thrive for burn survivors ages 18-25! This marked the first time our camp ventured into Southern Arizona, and it was met with enthusiasm as 10 inspiring young adults surivovrs participated. Throughout the weekend, Camp Thrive provided a nurturing environment […]
