In 2021, the From Tragedy to Triumph Foundation (FTTTF) created a school scholarship opportunity for the burn survivor community. The Caper Brown Memorial Scholarship, supported by Camp I Am Me, provides funds for those with financial need when they are accepted into an accredited post-secondary institution. This opportunity is made available to only those who […]
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Campers beginning to age out of Summer Camp and other survivors between the ages of 18-22 have a new opportunity to participate in a support program, as the engaging long weekend retreat aims to help young adults build self-esteem and focus on the next stage of their lives. Camp I Am Me is thrilled to
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Camp I Am Me is hosting its fourth annual Golf Classic at the Chevy Chase Country Club in Wheeling! Presented by Sprinkler Fitters Local 281, all funds raised through this event will directly support Illinois’ camp for young burn survivors. The Classic invites supporters, members of the fire service and fire service-related businesses to come together
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Big Thank You’s!: Servpro Team Zubricki, Amethyst Sky Salon, Karen Enzenbacher, Mary Kay, Ilanna Fiorenza, DJ Doc Patterson, and everyone that made 2024’s Camp I Am Me Summer Camp!!! What a year! To view all of the photographs from today, visit the Camp I Am Me Facebook page – and if you haven’t already – “Like”
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Big Thank You’s!: YMCA Camp Duncan Staff, Mother Nature! To view all of the photographs from today, visit the Camp I Am Me Facebook page – and if you haven’t already – “Like” us!
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Big Thank You’s!: All the participating fire departments and others that joined us to make for a great parade, Toy Box Connection, Lowes of Arlington Heights, Kona Ice of McHenry County, Contech (Parade Sponsor), Johnson Controls (Fun Fair Sponsor), Illinois Fire Service Administrative Professional (IFSAP), Illinois MABAS, The 501st, The Johnson Family, Zion Woman’s Club, Illinois
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Big Thank You’s!: Canine Therapy Corps, Culligan of Wheeling To view all of the photographs from today, visit the Camp I Am Me Facebook page – and if you haven’t already – “Like” us!
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Big Thank You’s!: All of our camp volunteers who make the magic happen! To view all of the photographs from today, visit the Camp I Am Me Facebook page – and if you haven’t already – “Like” us!
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Big Thank You’s!: Transportation volunteers (Chicago F.D., Rockford F.D., Stephen Clayton & co.), Camper Check-In Volunteers (IFSAP), the McAndrew Family, Burbank Food & Liquors, The Yard Foundation, Culligan Water (Wheeling), Leopardo Construction, Logistics Crew (Hoffman Estates FD), Health Center Staff, Snack Coordinator (Mr. Hospitality), Project Linus, EltaMD, Summer Camp Corporate Sponsors (Contech, Johnson Controls, ATI
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Are you passionate about fire safety education? Do you want to make a difference across the state? Then mark your calendars for Friday, August 16, 2024, and join us for a special event at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield! Every year, Camp I Am Me organizes a “Day at the Illinois State Fair,” where
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