You are cordially invited to join Camp I Am Me in celebrating and acknowledging the incredible contributions of our top volunteers and donors. These outstanding individuals and organizations have made a significant difference in our mission of supporting burn survivors and promoting fire safety across the state. Their dedication and generosity deserve to be recognized, […]
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Camp I Am Me is excited to announce the dates for 2025 Summer Camp! The 34th annual “Burn Camp” will be taking place from Sunday, June 15th to Saturday, June 21st at YMCA Camp Duncan in Ingleside. Illinois’ camp for young burn survivors provides a special and unforgettable one-week experience for children and teenagers, ages 7-20, who
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Even though the 33rd annual Summer Camp will not be taking place until June of 2024, 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 year.
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On the weekend of October 11-14, a group of young adult burn survivors gathered in rustic Mount Carroll for the first ever Strive to Thrive: Beyond the Burns Young Adult Retreat. The long weekend program drew participants from Illinois, Iowa, Indiana, Texas, and California and against the beautiful backdrop of rocky bluffs and rolling hillsides,
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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
An empowering, week-long summer camp provides a safe, and judgement-free place for young burn survivors Mount Prospect, Illinois – For the past 33 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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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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August 19th was the IFSA Day at the State Fair, in which the Alliance hosts volunteers at the fire service tent to promote fire safety and burn prevention to fair-goers. This year, nearly 40 volunteers from all across the state, and beyond, were in attendance to help promote the mission of the organization.
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