Philip Zaleski

Summer Camp Blog – Tuesday, June 17th

Today’s Weather: 90 degrees, clear skies with sun, hot just like walking on Mars. Today’s Meal:Breakfast: French Toast, Bacon, BB Muffins, Yogurt, Cold/Hot Cereal, Milk, Juice, Fresh Fruit, Bananas.Lunch: Tacos – 100% Beef, Soft/Hard Shells, Black Beans, Tortilla Chips & Salsa, Salad Bars, Churros, Juice.Dinner: Chicken Fingers or Veggie Burger, Mac & Cheese, Corn, Rolls […]

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Summer Camp Blog – Monday, June 16th

Today’s Weather:83 degrees, hazy skies with sun and some humidity Today’s Meal:Breakfast: Waffles, Bacon, Strawberries, Apple Bread, Cereal, Yogurt, Grape Juice, Fresh Fruit, Bananas.Lunch: Sloppy Joes or Grilled Cheese, Coleslaw, Salad Bars, Watermelon, Juice.Dinner: Turkey, Mashed Potatoes, Green Bean, Corn Bread/Butter, Salad Bars, Pumpkin Pie w/Whipped Topping.Snack: Soft Pretzel with Cheese. Camper Activities:Horseback Riding, Pool,

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Summer Camp Blog – Sunday, June 15th

Today’s Weather:80 degrees, hazy skies with sun and some humidity Today’s Meal:Dinner: Lasagna, Garlic Bread Sticks, Mixed Vegetables, Salad Bar, TiramisuSnack: Rice Krispie Treats Camper Activities:Swim tests, All Camp Photo, Cosmic Campfire (all cabins welcome and campfire) Theme is Out of This World:What does it mean? We chose this to represent the infinite possibilities our

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Summer Camp Offers a Place of Healing for Burn Survivors

An empowering, week-long summer camp provides a safe, and judgement-free place for young burn survivors Mount Prospect, Illinois – For the past 34 years, Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance has helped young burn survivors throughout Illinois by providing a place of acceptance and healing at its yearly Summer Camp held at

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Smoke Alarm Save Highlights Importance of Working Smoke Alarms

Late in the evening on February 16th, a residential fire broke out in Greenville, IL and despite the devastation and damage to the home, a ray of light emerged – the first recorded smoke alarm save through the Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Program. Thanks to the proactive efforts of the Greenville Fire Protection District,

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First-Ever Statewide Smoke Alarm Installation Blitz Sees 5,000 Units Distributed to 70 FDs Across Illinois

In conjunction with the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal (OSFM) and the Illinois Community Risk Reduction Coalition Taskforce, Camp I Am Me launched the first-ever statewide smoke alarm installation blitz during the week of October 20th to align with Fire Prevention Month. From Highland Park to Du Quoin and Rock Island to Champaign,

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Camp I Am Me Welcomes Two Exceptional New Board Members

Camp I Am Me is thrilled to introduce its latest additions to the Board of Directors – Dave Roberts and Kim Payne. These two individuals, with their unique backgrounds and experience, will join the existing nine board members in guiding the organization towards the fulfillment of its mission. Meet Dave Roberts:Bringing over 25 years of

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Camp I Am Me Receives FEMA Assistance to Firefighter Grant Award of $299,047 to Support Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Program

Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance is proud to announce that it has been awarded a grant from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) through the Assistance to Firefighter Grant (AFG) program. This $299,047 grant will enable Camp I Am Me to purchase 16,000 10-year sealed battery

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Group holding up banner sign for Camp I Am Me Golf Classic

4th Annual Golf Classic to Take Place September 24th

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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