Recently, a group of young adult burn survivors aged 18 to 25, joined a group of adult mentors at YMCA Camp Benson in Mount Carroll IL for Camp I Am Me’s third annual Strive to Thrive: Beyond the Burns Young Adult Retreat. Learning sessions focused on adult topics such as Networking, Bringing Your Dreams to
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Even though the 36th annual Summer Camp will not be taking place until June of 2027, Camp I Am Me is already beginning to prepare for the signature event. Camp I Am Me’s Summer Camp is Illinois’ camp for young burn survivors which provides a special and unforgettable one-week experience for approximately 60 children a
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Camp I Am Me programs and events cannot succeed without the support of so many dedicated volunteers and groups. The priceless contributions provided have allowed the organization to support those affected by burn-related injuries for more than 30 years. To acknowledge these deserving individuals and groups for their volunteerism and service with Camp I Am Me, “Above & Beyond” Volunteer Award nominations are received throughout the year
Fire prevention starts with education and the Prevention Matters Grant is helping Illinois fire departments bring innovative, hands-on fire and life safety education directly to the communities they serve. Through this grant program, Camp I Am Me provides funding to fire departments for projects that strengthen community risk reduction, fire prevention, and public education efforts.
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Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire Safety Alliance and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal recognizes and congratulates the Buffalo Grove Fire Department for their outstanding contributions to fire safety education and the installation of 1,000 10-year battery smoke alarms through active participation in the Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Program. In doing
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Camp I Am Me is excited to announce that four college scholarships have been awarded to 2026 Summer Camp campers through the Phoenix Scholarship Program. This third year initiative aims to provide financial assistance to college-aged students who face significant economic barriers to post-secondary education and is done so through the extreme generosity of a
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Dear Jimothy, I’ve been hearing a lot about you lately. Some people noticed your unique appearance before they noticed you. They stared. They pointed. They shared photos. They wondered what happened. While many meant no harm, we imagine it must feel exhausting to have everyone focus on what makes you look different instead of who
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In 2021, the From Tragedy to Triumph Foundation (FTTTF) created a new school scholarship opportunity for the burn survivor community – the Caper Brown Memorial Scholarship. Supported by Camp I Am Me, funds are provided to those with financial need when they are accepted into an accredited post-secondary institution. This opportunity is made available to
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An engaging weekend for young adults ages 18-22 who have experienced injuries from burns. At Strive to Thrive, young adults will have the opportunity to build their self-esteem as they focus on the next stage of their lives. We will have open conversations about what adulthood may be like, and the challenges faced by any
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Illinois fire service, join Camp I Am Me, Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal, and Illinois Community Risk Reduction Coalition Taskforce for the third annual Be Alarmed! Smoke Alarm Installation Statewide Blitz. Join hundreds of departments from across the state to educate residents on the dangers of fire in the home and to ensure
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