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Caper Brown burn survivor on a boat

The Caper Brown Memorial Scholarship: Empowering Survivors to Pursue their Education

Education is an essential aspect of personal growth and success. However, for burn survivors, the journey towards academic achievement often comes with additional challenges and financial burdens. Fortunately, organizations From Tragedy to Triumph Foundation offer assistance through scholarships such as the Caper Brown Memorial Scholarship. The Caper Brown Memorial Scholarship, is designed to support survivors […]

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IL Survivors Head West for Young Adult Summit

Four young adult burn survivors had the opportunity to attend the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation’s Young Adult Summit.  This long weekend retreat is held at Ocean Pines Camp in beautiful Cambria, CA.  The weekend’s theme was ‘Survivor – Connect, Lead, Thrive”.  Survivors engaged in reality game show inspired challenges that gave the young adults the chance for to

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Announcing Camp I Am Me’s Newest Survivor Support Resource: The Lending Library

Camp I Am Me is excited to announce its newest resource, the Lending Library. At Camp I Am Me, it is believed that knowledge is power, especially when it comes to healing from trauma. This can be a complex and challenging process, which is why Camp I Am Me recognizes the importance of providing burn

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Enhanced Sponsorship Opportunities Available to Align with the Camp I Am Me Mission

It is with great excitement that Camp I Am Me announces a new and enhanced level of opportunities to businesses looking to align themselves with an impactful nonprofit organization. By supporting Camp I Am Me, businesses have the chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of burn survivors and their families, while also

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Pages of Healing Book Club

Self-compassion involves acting the same way towards yourself when you are having a difficult time, fail, or notice something you don’t like about yourself. Instead of just ignoring your pain with a “stiff upper lip” mentality, you stop to tell yourself “this is really difficult right now,” how can I comfort and care for myself in this moment?

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CIAM Winter Party: A Festive Celebration for the Burn Survivor Community

Camp I Am Me, the renowned summer camp for burn survivors, is excited to announce its upcoming Winter Party. This no-cost, end-of-year event is designed to bring together current and past participants of the Summer Camp program, as well as the entire burn survivor community.

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A Memorable Week of Adventures & Connections at International Burn Camp

Camper Tayvon and I had the incredible opportunity to attend a burn camp organized by the International Association of Fire Fighters (IAFF). It was a week filled with amazing experiences, from visiting fire stations and historical landmarks in Washington, D.C., to bonding with fellow survivors and exploring new friendships.

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