The Cary & Fox River Grove Firefighters Associations will be hosting their annual Steven Macko Memorial Golf Outing. A portion of the proceeds will benefit Camp I Am Me's Summer Camp!

June 18-24, 2023 A special and unforgettable one-week camp experience for children and teenagers who have experienced injuries from burns. Through the generosity of donors, supporters, and volunteers, Camp I Am Me offers this summer camping opportunity at no-cost to campers; including lodging, meals, activities, and transportation to and from camp (YMCA Camp Duncan – Ingleside, […]

Date: June 21, 2023 Time: 1:30pm-4:00pm Location: YMCA Camp Duncan, Ingleside, IL The Camp I Am Me Summer Camp hosts an activity each year that continues to be camper favorite – Fun Fair! Presented by Johnson Controls, dozens of tents, games, and activities are set-up on the campground for everyone to enjoy. Carnival games, face […]

June 21, 2023  |  11:00am Illinois Fire Service! The Camp I Am Me Summer Camp Fire Apparatus Parade will once again be held for our campers! Supported by FSS Technologies, join us in celebrating Illinois’ camp for young burn survivors on Wednesday, June 21st and participate with more than 50 different fire service vehicles from across […]

In an effort to build off of in-person programs that are held throughout the year, the Camp I Am Me's virtual support group sessions allow adults to come together in a safe and accepting environment where they can feel comfortable sharing their experiences. However, this month's program is in-person! Engage with other adult burn survivors […]

Camp I Am Me is excited to offer this fun and exclusive opportunity to our camp family. Connect with other burn survivors, young and old, and their families while having an awesome time at the Peoria Chiefs Baseball game. Tickets (6 maximum) are available at no-cost. Availability is limited and are being offered first-come, first-serve.

The Phoenix Society’s World Burn Congress is an annual international conference that brings together more than 900 burn survivors, their families, care givers, burn care professionals, and firefighters. It is a forum for encouraging and facilitating the sharing of stories, providing support and increasing knowledge of burn recovery. For many it is the first opportunity to meet […]

Camp I Am Me is excited to offer this fun and exclusive opportunity to our camp family. Connect with other burn survivors, young and old, and their families while having an awesome time at the Schaumburg Boomers Game. Tickets (6 maximum) are available at no-cost. Availability is limited and are being offered first-come, first-serve.

Support Camp I Am Me programs by heading out to the ballpark and having some fun! Purchase your $16 ticket through the dedicated link and $6 will be donated back to Camp I Am Me.

Join one of our camper's family as they host their annual Camp I Am Me Sand Volleyball tournament at Hawthorne's Backyard. All proceeds will be donated to Camp I Am Me's burn survivor programs!

Each year Camp I Am Me presents awards for Corporate Responsibility, Life Safety, Special Recognition, as well as the coveted Wayne Luecht Memorial Award at the Annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon. Categories include Corporate Responsibility, Life Safety, Special Recognition, and the Wayne Luecht Memorial Award. Nominations can be submitted at any time, but must be […]

In an effort to build off of in-person programs that are held throughout the year, the Camp I Am Me's virtual support group sessions allow adults to come together in a safe and accepting environment where they can feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Engage with other adult burn survivors and caregivers of survivors during live […]

Supported by JHB Group, Inc., each year, nearly 50 volunteers join Camp I Am Me at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield to manage the Fire Service Tent and provide fire prevention education to fair-goers. The tent allows kids and adults to climb on fire engines and slide down firepoles while also receiving educational material on fire […]

Rain or shine, join the Red Knights Motorcycle Club - Chapter 23 as they host their 9th Annual Ride for Burn Camp!

The IAAI-Illinois Chapter will be hosting their annual Terrence Hoyle Memorial Golf Open to help raise funds for Camp I Am Me's Summer Camp!

In an effort to build off of in-person programs that are held throughout the year, Camp I Am Me adult virtual (and in-person) support group sessions allow adults to come together in a safe and accepting environment where they can feel comfortable sharing their experiences. However, this month's program is in-person! Engage with other adult […]

Join hundreds of members from the fire service and beyond at the 82nd annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon. The Fire Prevention Week Luncheon, presented by the Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board, will include a keynote presentation, gourmet lunch, networking, and a special gift for each attendee. The event also highlights and honors those who have […]

In an effort to build off of in-person programs that are held throughout the year, Camp I Am Me's virtual support group sessions allow adults to come together in a safe and accepting environment where they can feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Engage with other adult burn survivors and caregivers of survivors during live virtual […]

Save the Date!   Camp I Am Me offers this no-cost, family-friendly event to participants of Summer Camp and the entire Illinois burn survivor community. The Winter Extravaganza and luncheon will take place on Saturday, December 2nd in Woodridge and will include a wide variety of family-themed activities. The three-hour session is intended for both campers […]

In an effort to build off of in-person programs that are held throughout the year, Camp I Am Me's virtual support group sessions allow adults to come together in a safe and accepting environment where they can feel comfortable sharing their experiences. Engage with other adult burn survivors and caregivers of survivors during live virtual […]

The Above and Beyond Volunteer Award was established to honor individuals and groups for their priceless contributions in volunteerism and service on behalf of Camp I Am Me. This award is presented to annually at the “Friends of Camp I Am Me Awards Celebration,” which is held in March each year. Nominations are accepted on an ongoing basis, but must […]