• Steven Macko Memorial Golf Outing (Cary) – Fundraiser

    The Cary & Fox River Grove Firefighters Associations will be hosting their annual Steven Macko Memorial Golf Outing. A portion of the proceeds be donated to Camp I Am Me's Summer Camp to help create a memorable experience for young burn survivors from across the state!

  • Family Day at the White Sox Game (Chicago)

    Take me out to the ballgame! Through the support of the Chicago White Sox and the Chicago Fire Department, we are excited to offer tickets to the ball game! In addition to admission tickets, additional details are currently being worked on to enhance the experience for our burn survivor community and family members! tickets are […]

  • Mission BBQ’s Never Forget 9/11

    The MISSION BBQ in Downers Grove will be selling their 9/11 Never Forget Hometown Heroes Cup NOW through September 11th! With each cup sold, Mission BBQ will donate a portion of the sales to Camp I Am Me. Stop in and get your cup!

  • World Burn Congress Scholarship Application Deadline (Covington, KY)

    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 […]

  • America’s Gym 3rd Annual Charity Car Show (Wheeling) – Fundraiser

    Mark your calendars! The 3rd Annual America’s Gym Charity Car Show returns on Sunday, September 7, 2025, from 12–3 PM at America’s Gym in Wheeling, IL.

    Join America's Gym for an afternoon of stunning cars, community fun, and giving back. Every dollar raised will benefit Camp I Am Me by the Illinois Fire Safety Alliance.

  • 2025 Illinois Community Risk Reduction Conference (Joliet)

    Scheduled Speakers: Karen Berard-Reed – NFPA Stephen Hrustich – Vision 20/20 Dr. Farzaneh Masoud – Illinois Fire Service Institute Research Caitlyn Brennan – 100 Club of Illinois Christina Francis – Tesla Kevin Sehlmeyer – Michigan State Fire Marshal (ret) Philip Zaleski – Camp I Am Me & Peter Gripper - Buffalo Grove FD Nate Rice […]

  • Family Challenge Day Ziplining & Adventures (Lake Geneva, WI)

    Are you up for our zipline challenge? We’ll be spending two hours in the tree-top canopy of this 100-acre site amidst the beautiful fall colors. Experience Lake Geneva’s natural beauty with a bird’s-eye perspective. Challenge yourself to an aerial adventure alongside other Camp I Am Me families. While this activity is amazing it is also […]

  • Family Day Overnight at Great Wolf Lodge (Gurnee)

    It might be dreary and cold in November but that won't stop us from getting together and enjoying the awesome indoor water park kept at a warm 84 degrees year-round at Great Wolf Lodge in Gurnee. Enjoy a pizza lunch in our pool-side cabana before spending some time floating, swimming, sliding, and splashing around. There's […]

  • Survivor Support Group (Maywood)

    Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each month […]

  • Family Day – Clay Studio (Rockford)

    Join us for a very special Family Day at Inferno Clay Studio in Rockford, on Saturday, January 31st! Inferno Clay Studio is a women-led, artist-run, cooperative nonprofit organization committed to the longevity and accessibility of the ceramic arts in Rockford, Illinois. The studio hopes to cultivate a love for ceramic arts, help more artists grow […]

  • 2026 Summer Camp Request to Volunteer Deadline

    Requests to volunteer for the full week (8 days) of 2026’s Summer Camp Saturday, June 14–Saturday, June 20, 2026 Requests will be accepted for 2026’s camp through February 6, 2026. Those who submit, will receive additional information after that time. Questions about what a cabin counselor at a week of Camp I Am Me Summer […]

  • Survivor Support Group (Maywood)

    Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each […]

  • Warrior Scar Jewelry Workshop (Mount Prospect)

    A Post Traumatic Growth Experience - Create. Connect. Heal. The Healing Phoenix Arts Warrior Scar Jewelry Workshop is a one-day transformative program that honors your courage and personal journey. Burn survivors replicate a healed scar from a traumatic experience into a unique piece of fine silver jewelry. This powerful process offers survivors new perspectives on healing […]

  • Friends of Camp I Am Me Recognition Reception (Woodridge)

    Camp I Am Me supporters are cordially invited to join in celebrating some of the many outstanding supporters who have made a significant difference in the organization’s mission. Those who have exemplified volunteerism in addition to our “Diamond Level” contributors from 2025 will be recognized - Come and hear all about the great work they […]

  • Survivor Support Group (Maywood)

    Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each month […]

  • Family Day at the Challenge Park (Bloomington)

    From thrilling ninja warrior obstacles and high ropes courses to climbing walls, zip lines, and family-friendly fun for all ages, Iron Coyote Challenge Park is for everyone who wants to play, climb and conquer! Join Camp I Am Me families for a fun filled adventure at Iron Coyote Challenge Park in Bloomington. This venue will […]

  • Survivor Support Group (Maywood)

    Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each month […]

  • Camp Encourage Family Camp (Utica)

    Camp I Am Me’s newest support program, Camp Encourage, is a special weekend camp designed for burn survivors 0-6 and their families so they can better understand and heal physically, emotionally, and socially after a burn injury. Often parents or caregivers have questions as to what to expect as their young child grows, how to […]

  • Boot Day for Burn Survivors Rally Dates (Statewide) – Fundraiser

    Support & Empower Survivors Through Community Engagement Burn survivors live with the physical and emotional scars from the trauma of being burned, and through Camp I Am Me programming, they can access a range of opportunities to – over time – heal from the inside out. We ask for fire departments, organizations, companies, and others’ […]

  • Healing Wild Trip (Lake Tahoe, NV)

    Join Camp I Am Me as we head to Lake Tahoe for a healing adventure that helps us rediscover our voice. This trip is scheduled from May 16-22, 2026 and is available to burn survivors, ages 23 and older. Do you: - Have difficulty communicating the most important and deeply felt things? - Apologize for […]

  • Survivor Support Group (Maywood)

    Loyola Medicine's Links of Hope Support Group, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters, whether that be family or friends, are welcomed to participate in any session. During the meeting, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships, create new connections, and respond to questions. Each […]

  • Fire Service T-Shirt CAMPaign Commitment Deadline

    Click Here to Register! (see Survivor Support Opportunities section) Shirts will be available for purchase at Camp I Am Me Apparel Store from June 1-July 6, 2026 (www.IFSA.org/ways-to-give/apparel). Commitment Deadline: May 22, 2026.