Samantha is a burn survivor who has been awarded the MacDonald Wood Scholarship for the second semester in a row. Here is her testimonial: When I was 14 years old, I was tested to see where I was academically speaking in comparison to my peers. I found out that although I was a freshman in […]
This weekend, we are launching our first year of Camp Hope as a focused, adult burn-survivor-only camp that is three days long in Chandler, Arizona! Camp is slotted to be fully-packed and the schedule will include sessions regarding confidence, nutrition, and pain management. We’re excited to see this group of burn survivors connect, grow, and […]
(or how I got burned by cooking oil) By: Wyley Myers I was still a day’s ride from my destination and had spent the night on the disused trail that led to my destination, the lair of the Cast Iron Dragon. I was up before the sun and was waiting for my pan to get […]
Are you an adult burn survivor? If so, you’re invited to Camp Hope! Camp Hope is designed for adult burn survivors (18+) to have a weekend focused on their personal well-being, confidence, and self-empowerment in a safe, understanding environment. There will be sessions regarding confidence, physical recovery, mental health, and addressing triggers. It will take […]
Every year at Camp Courage one camper and counselor are nominated to attend the International Burn Camp in Washington DC. in 2022 Jeremy was nominated to attend that year’s international camp along with Jeff as his counselor partner. A year later at Camp Courage 2023 Jeremy came back and was excited to share his experience […]
*Disclaimer: The content you are about to see contains some graphic images. Summary: Jason Nelson, shares his story of a life-changing accident with fire. On February 9, 2014, Jason was in a rental house he owned, replacing carpet and painting. He took a cigarette break in the garage, but when he lit the cigarette, there was […]
I hope this letter finds you well. I am writing to express my heartfelt gratitude for the unwavering support and assistance you have provided me since my release from the hospital and even before. Your organization has been an invaluable support system for me and my family, going above and beyond to lend a helping […]
Camp Courage starts this weekend and we are absolutely thrilled to welcome our campers back this year! Camp Courage is an extraordinary therapeutic camp designed exclusively for burn survivors aged 6 to 20 in beautiful Prescott, AZ. It is a week filled with unforgettable experiences, exciting adventures, and lifelong friendships. Best of all, our dedicated […]
When a loved one is injured in a fire, it can be a traumatic experience for everyone involved. In addition to the physical and emotional pain that the burn survivor is experiencing, their family and friends may also feel a sense of guilt. This guilt can be overwhelming and can make it difficult to cope […]
Camp Courage is only one month away and we are counting the days! This year’s Camp Courage theme is “Disney – The Most Magical Camp on Earth” and our team of volunteers are actively prepping all of the details to ensure it is truly a magical week for our young burn survivors. If you are […]
