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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260201
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SUMMARY:Camp I Am Me License Plate Sales (Statewide) - Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:Learn more and purchase your plates here!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/license-plates/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260409
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260410
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
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SUMMARY:Summer Camp Q&A Webinar
DESCRIPTION:Camper parents! Want to learn more about Illinois’ camp for young burn survivors? Join us for a virtual question and answer session. Whether you are thinking of sending your camper for the first time\, or your child comes each year but you want to learn more about their experience\, join us for a Summer Camp overview and get your questions and concerns answered! \nSession topics will be highlighted by Camp Planning Committee members\, including Camp I Am Me Board Members and Staff. We welcome all questions\, including the application process\, volunteers\, housing\, activities\, health concerns\, and more!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/camp-webinar-3/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260411
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260412
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
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SUMMARY:Family Day at the Challenge Park (Bloomington)
DESCRIPTION:From thrilling ninja warrior obstacles and high ropes courses to climbing walls\, zip lines\, and family-friendly fun for all ages\, Iron Coyote Challenge Park is for everyone who wants to play\, climb and conquer! \nJoin Camp I Am Me families for a fun filled adventure at Iron Coyote Challenge Park in Bloomington. This venue will encourage you to push yourself while also having a good time doing all kinds of physical activities indoors. Challenge yourself and others\, overcome obstacles and make great memories. \nA pizza lunch is included in this event. \nParticipation Notes: \n\nSix people max per family\n6 years and older.\nHarnessed activities require participants to be at least 48” tall.\nAccess to high ropes requires a minimum height of 52” to do so without a parent.\n275-pound weight limit on high ropes\, speed walls\, speed ladders\, leap of faith and speed bag.\nChildren 48” and under will not be allowed to access the Climbing Zone\, Ropes Course\, or Bouldering Wall.\nChildren under 40 pounds will not be able to participate on speed walls\, speed ladders\, leap of faith\, and speed bag.\nWaivers are required for every person whether participating in any activities or not.\n\n \nCamp I Am Me Family Day events are no-cost support programs available to burn survivors of all ages and their family members*. \nThe events provide opportunities to socialize with other burn survivors – young and old\, adult peer support to assist parents and caregivers\, and time for families to spend with others overcoming similar challenges – all while enjoying various family-friendly activities in a fun atmosphere. Many of the programs include admission tickets\, events\, special activities\, and family goodie bags. \n*Family Day is available to burn survivors and to their immediate family members (parent/spouse/siblings/children & caregivers).
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/iron-coyote/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260421
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260422
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230117T194636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T205733Z
UID:1701-1776729600-1776815999@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Support Group (Maywood)
DESCRIPTION:Loyola Medicine’s Links of Hope Support Group\, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters\, whether that be family or friends\, are welcomed to participate in any session. \nDuring the meeting\, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships\, create new connections\, and respond to questions. Each month there will be a specific discussion topic related to burn injuries and recovery. \nApril Topic:  \nThe group meets the third Tuesday of every month\, 6:30pm start time – come to one\, come to them all – you decide.\nPizza provided by Camp I Am Me. \nAddress:\nLoyola University Medical Center\n2160 S. 1st Avenue\nMaywood\, IL 60153 \nDirections:\nPark in the parking garage located at the south end of the hospital. Take the East (Gift Shop) elevator to the 7th floor – the Burn Unit. The conference room is room #7313.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/support-group-april/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260424
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260427
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260102T194807Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T194807Z
UID:3311-1776988800-1777247999@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Camp Encourage Family Camp (Utica)
DESCRIPTION:Camp I Am Me’s newest support program\, Camp Encourage\, is a special weekend camp designed for burn survivors 0-6 and their families so they can better understand and heal physically\, emotionally\, and socially after a burn injury. \nOften parents or caregivers have questions as to what to expect as their young child grows\, how to support them\, and how to help them flourish. \nCamp Encourage\, presented by the Haage Family Foundation\, will be filled with fun activities like arts and crafts\, games\, waterpark fun and family free time\, along with learning sessions for parents and caregivers that will include a burn survivor family Q&A panel. \nIt’s a unique opportunity for families to continue their social and emotional healing process while also connecting with other families who share a similar experience. \nThis therapeutic camp\, held in a safe and non-judgmental environment\, will provide families with a community of support and coping skills they will be able to incorporate well beyond camp. \nLearning Session Topics Include:\nParenting a Child After a Traumatic Injury\nRehearsing Your Response\nAddressing Parental Guilt\nAdjustments After a Burn Injury \nActivities Include:\nArts & Crafts\nGames\nScavenger Hunt\nWaterpark\nFamily Free Time\nAnd more! \nCamp Encourage will take place April 24 – April 26\, 2026 at Grand Bear Lodge in Utica\, IL. All costs for families are covered as a result of the generous support of Camp I Am Me donors and sponsors.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/family-camp/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260505
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260508
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20241218T194143Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T174547Z
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SUMMARY:Boot Day for Burn Survivors Rally Dates (Fundraiser)
DESCRIPTION:Support & Empower Survivors Through Community Engagement\nBurn survivors live with the physical and emotional scars from the trauma of being burned\, and through Camp I Am Me programming\, they can access a range of opportunities to – over time – heal from the inside out. \nWe ask for fire departments\, organizations\, companies\, and others’ support and help so that we can continue to provide our yearly Summer Camp\, burn survivor programs\, Family Days\, adult support groups\, and other events and activities that help survivors to be able to say\, “I am me\,” despite their scars. \nHow can you help? Your organization can host a Boot Day for Burn Survivors Campaign\, and hopefully\, as a tradition moving forward to help Camp I Am Me continue to provide programs at no cost to survivors and their families. \nCamp I Am Me is continually working to increase our reach so that all burn survivors in Illinois and beyond are aware of our supportive and empowering programs. Your participation in this fundraising will help us achieve this end. \nLearn more by clicking HERE!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/spring-boot-day/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260516
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260112T191216Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260209T165948Z
UID:3359-1778889600-1779494399@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Healing Wild Trip (Lake Tahoe\, NV)
DESCRIPTION:Join Camp I Am Me as we head to Lake Tahoe for a healing adventure that helps us rediscover our voice. This trip is scheduled from May 16-22\, 2026 and is available to burn survivors\, ages 23 and older. \nDo you:\n– Have difficulty communicating the most important and deeply felt things?\n– Apologize for existing and find yourself shrinking in conversations to avoid “taking up space”?\n– Keep your opinions to yourself\, instinctively agreeing to do so just to keep the peace?\n– Feel conflicted and finding yourself waiting for permission to speak\, to want\, to be? \nThese are all remnants of a traumatic experience. Your nervous system is focused on survival.  And often times\, even after the traumatic event has passed\, many individuals find that they have lost their voice. They do not feel empowered to speak up for themselves. They report feeling silenced\, alone\, uncomfortable\, and afraid to give voice to what is most important. \nThis can occur in all kinds of everyday situations including in a doctor’s office\, in the workplace\, at a child’s school\, with a bank or utility company\, making a big purchase\, contacting elected officials\, conversations with family\, the list is endless. Not having a voice shows up as knowing we have something to say but not saying it. When we don’t speak up\, it leaves us exhausted and overwhelmed. We feel like we are always backing down and giving in. \nOn this trip we are going to learn how to reclaim our voice by learning how to speak up for the voiceless. We’ll be working with American Wild Horse Conservation (AWHC)\, one of the groups fighting to protect wild horses.  They will teach us the issues facing wild herds\, and the positive/proven ways they are allowing the wild horses to be heard. They will explain how they work to push for protections\, and what it means to stand up for a future that includes wild horses.  We’ll even get to visit rangeland where wild horses still roam while feeling the healing benefits of awe and wonder. \nIn addition to the incredible teachings from AWHC\, there will be time dedicated to hike\, bike\, kayak\, and explore all the many naturally beautiful places in the area. Along with these activities\, there will be time for reflection\, and gathering as a group to discuss what we’ve learned\, and how we can apply it to our daily lives. Beneath the forest of pine trees\, the starry night sky\, and along the vast lakeshore\, we’ll have moments to share\, connect\, and challenge ourselves with what it means to reignite our desire for self-expression and self-advocacy. \nThe week will challenge you to release what’s holding you back and keeping you quiet\, while also encouraging you to grow forward into who you would most like to become. \nThe Healing Wild Trip takes place May 16-22\, 2026 in the Lake Tahoe\, NV-area. All costs for participants are covered as a result of the generous support of Camp I Am Me donors and sponsors. \nAttendees must have a Real ID or Passport for flights.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/healing-wild-trip/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260519
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260520
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230117T195351Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T205823Z
UID:1703-1779148800-1779235199@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Support Group (Maywood)
DESCRIPTION:Loyola Medicine’s Links of Hope Support Group\, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters\, whether that be family or friends\, are welcomed to participate in any session. \nDuring the meeting\, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships\, create new connections\, and respond to questions. Each month there will be a specific discussion topic related to burn injuries and recovery. \nMay Topic:  \nThe group meets the third Tuesday of every month\, 6:30pm start time – come to one\, come to them all – you decide.\nPizza provided by Camp I Am Me. \nAddress:\nLoyola University Medical Center\n2160 S. 1st Avenue\nMaywood\, IL 60153 \nDirections:\nPark in the parking garage located at the south end of the hospital. Take the East (Gift Shop) elevator to the 7th floor – the Burn Unit. The conference room is room #7313.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/support-group-may/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260522
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260523
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20241118T201334Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T200027Z
UID:2847-1779408000-1779494399@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Fire Service T-Shirt CAMPaign Commitment Deadline
DESCRIPTION:Click Here to Register!\n(see Survivor Support Opportunities section) \nShirts will be available for purchase at Camp I Am Me Apparel Store from June 1-July 6\, 2026 (www.IFSA.org/ways-to-give/apparel).\nCommitment Deadline: May 22\, 2026.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/shirt-campaign/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260529
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260531
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260320T133352Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T133352Z
UID:3485-1780012800-1780185599@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Smok'n in the Park BBQ Competition (Smithton) - Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/smokn-in-the-park-bbq-competition-smithton-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260601
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230117T194948Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T163252Z
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SUMMARY:Caper Brown Memorial Scholarship Application Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The From Tragedy to Triumph Foundation (FTTTF) has an 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. \nRequirements\nThis scholarship opportunity is being made available to any current or former Camp I Am Me Summer Camp Camper who meets the FTTTF criteria\, including being a burn survivor\, have suffered severe frostbite\, and/or have been treated in a Burn Unit for a soft tissue injury. \nAdditional Requirements\n\nResident of Illinois\, Indiana\, or Iowa\nHave an injury or illness that was treated in a Burn Unit\nMust be a high school senior or have a high school diploma\n\nAwards will be based on the required essay\, academic performance\, community service\, economic need\, career/life aspirations and the impact your burn injury had on your life. A scholarship will be awarded for a one-year period\, July 1\, 2025 through June 30\, 2026\, to be applied toward tuition\, fees\, and other school related expenses. The scholarship will be paid directly to the recipient’s school. \nApplication Period\n\nApplication Available – March\nApplication Submission Deadline – June 1\nScholarship Awards Banquet – July\n\nHow to Apply\nVisit the From Tragedy to Triumph Foundation website. \nFrom Tragedy to Triumph Foundation Mission\nTo provide support to burn survivors and their families. When a loved one goes through a life changing tragedy\, it affects the entire family. We all strive to find normalcy again. What we realize after any tragedy is that once we survive\, we begin living a “new normal” life. \nFor scholarship submissions and questions\, email: Scholarship@FTTTF.org. \n 
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/caper-brown-scholarship/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260602
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260603
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260224T161317Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T161317Z
UID:3450-1780358400-1780444799@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Illinois Burn Prevention Golf Invitational (Romeoville) - Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/illinois-burn-prevention-golf-invitational-romeoville-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260606
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260607
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260320T155435Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260320T155532Z
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SUMMARY:Rockford Fire 911 3K Run (Rockford) - Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Rockford Fire Department welcomes you to participate in the 21st Annual Rockford Fire Department 911 – 3K Run/Walk. \nThis event was formed to bring Fire and Medical prevention education to our community. 911 is symbolic in alerting your emergency and allows us to educate adults and children with its purpose. As you notice\, our start time also carries the same significance (9:11am).  Proceeds are utilized to educate our community in fire prevention\, safety\, and risk reduction. Many age groups from toddlers to senior citizens will benefit from our programs. Rockford Fire has direct contact with over 60\,000 people per year and reach many more through the use of social media and public service announcements. Rockford Fire utilizes many training aids to provide fire and medical education to our community. \nIn addition to fire safety education\, part of the proceeds of this event will be used to fund Camp I Am Me’s Summer Camp. The CIAM has held this special and unforgettable camping experience for young children who have sustained burns\, providing them with a safe and non-judgmental atmosphere to help build their self-confidence and self-esteem. We thank you for your support.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/rockford-fire/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260613
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260224T144805Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260224T145132Z
UID:3447-1781308800-1781395199@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Bucks for Burn Camp No Glove Softball Tournament (Chicago) - Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:The Bucks for Burn Camp No Glove Softball Tournament is back — and it’s time to swing big for an even bigger cause! \nLeave the leather at home\, bring your A-game (or at least your best trash talk 😉)\, and help send incredible burn survivors to Camp I Am Me for a life-changing week of camp. \nBig hits. Bigger laughs. Biggest impact. \nWho’s ready to play ball for burn camp? 🥎🔥
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/bucks-for-burn-camp-no-glove-softball-tournament-chicago-fundraiser/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260614
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260621
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230131T212928Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250902T140828Z
UID:1856-1781395200-1781999999@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp (Ingleside)
DESCRIPTION:A special and unforgettable one-week camp experience for children and teenagers who have experienced injuries from burns. Through the generosity of donors\, supporters\, and volunteers\, Camp I Am Me offers this summer camping opportunity at no-cost to campers; including lodging\, meals\, activities\, and transportation to and from camp (YMCA Camp Duncan – Ingleside\, IL). \nNo other Camp I Am Me program has received greater attention from the fire service\, medical community\, general public and the media than Summer Camp. Camp provides the setting for child burn survivors to share their common experiences while being able to play and not feel self-conscious about their scars. The benefits to the campers – physical\, psychological\, and emotional – have been enough to inspire a long list of eager volunteers and contributors. \nCamper Applications will be emailed/mailed to camper parents/guardians in early 2026. If you have a child that is Summer Camp eligible\, be sure to contact the Camp I Am Me office to ensure you receive a Camper Application Form. \nQuestions? Call the Camp I Am Me office at 847-390-0911 or email Program Coordinator\, Leslie Metcalf at lmetcalf@ifsa.org.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/summer-camp/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20240102T212459Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164524Z
UID:1854-1781654400-1781740799@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp Fun Fair (Ingleside) - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Date: June 17\, 2026\nTime: 1:30pm-4:00pm\nLocation: YMCA Camp Duncan\, Ingleside\, IL \nThe Camp I Am Me Summer Camp hosts an activity each year that continues to be camper favorite – Fun Fair! Presented by Johnson Controls\, dozens of tents\, games\, and activities are set-up on the campground for everyone to enjoy. Carnival games\, face and hair painting\, dunk tanks\, bounce houses\, prizes\, and much more make for one of the highlights of Illinois’ camp for young burn survivors. \nA camp activity of this enormity does not just happen though. Volunteers are needed to help manage the tents and then break-down the stations. This is a great opportunity for individuals\, groups\, or corporate participation to help make a memory of a lifetime for the campers\, and oneself – your support is welcomed! \nInterested in Assisting? \nComplete the form below no later than no later than Friday\, June 5\, 2026. \n\nNote: Please understand that Fun Fair activities are for the campers to participate in. Also\, children attending to assist in a volunteer-role must be at least 16 years of age.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/fun-fair/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260617
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260618
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20240102T212704Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T164231Z
UID:1855-1781654400-1781740799@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Summer Camp F.D. Parade (Ingleside) - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:June 17\, 2026  |  11:00am\n\n\n\nIllinois Fire Service! We invite and encourage you to participate in the Camp I Am Me Summer Camp Fire Apparatus Parade\, a special activity. The parade brings together over 50 fire service vehicles from across the state to celebrate and honor the resilience of these young campers. \nShow your support by joining this camper-favorite activity\, where trucks\, engines\, and command vehicles can display their lights and sirens as they navigate the campground. Your participation will not only bring joy and excitement to the campers but also serve as a meaningful way to show your dedication to their well-being and recovery. \nParade Notes \n\nLunch will be provided upon the conclusion of the parade. Fire department  personnel are encouraged to stick around and join campers and volunteers for an outdoor barbeque meal!\nCamp Address – YMCA Camp Duncan\, 32405 N. Hwy. 12\, Ingleside\, Illinois.\n\n\n\nSchedule \n\nVehicle Lineup  –  10:15am\nParade Start  –  11:00am\nLunch  –  11:45am\n\n 
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/parade/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260705
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260706
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20240327T155504Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260311T191649Z
UID:2497-1783209600-1783295999@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Family Day at the Race Track (Joliet)
DESCRIPTION:Start your engines\, Camp I Am Me families! \nOn Sunday\, July 5th we’ll head to the Chicagoland Speedway in Joliet to view NASCAR’s return to the track! \nDrive fast and finish first is the goal. \nFeel the rumbling thunder at the start\, witness speed and strategy as drivers work their magic in a tight field of competitors and cheer them on while they ‘bump and run’\, avoid ‘kissing the wall’\, or ‘cut a tire’ while vying for the win in this 267 lap/400-mile race. \nFrom a Camp I Am Me group photo opportunity in Victory Lane before the race\, to lots of race day fun at the track before the start\, to enjoying the hijinks and track mastery as a group in the grandstand\, this event is made for those with a need for speed. \nGrandstand gates open at 11:30 a.m. Race starts at 5:00 p.m. \nTickets are limited\, require the ability to be downloaded to a cell phone\, and are non-transferable and nonrefundable once distributed. \nSave-the-Date! Registration to Open in April! \nCamp I Am Me Family Day events are no-cost support programs available to burn survivors of all ages and their family members*. \nThe events provide opportunities to socialize with other burn survivors – young and old\, adult peer support to assist parents and caregivers\, and time for families to spend with others overcoming similar challenges – all while enjoying various family-friendly activities in a fun atmosphere. Many of the programs include admission tickets\, events\, special activities\, and family goodie bags. \n*Family Day is available to burn survivors and to their immediate family members (parent/spouse/siblings/children & caregivers).
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/nascar/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260709
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260710
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20260107T174016Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260107T174016Z
UID:3333-1783555200-1783641599@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Young Adult Meet-Up (Oak Brook)
DESCRIPTION:SAVE-THE-DATE \nA meet-up is in the works for our young adult burn survivors at Pinstripes in Oak Brook. \nMore information coming soon!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/meet-up/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260721
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260722
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20241115T172231Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T205952Z
UID:2835-1784592000-1784678399@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Support Group (Maywood)
DESCRIPTION:Loyola Medicine’s Links of Hope Support Group\, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters\, whether that be family or friends\, are welcomed to participate in any session. \nDuring the meeting\, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships\, create new connections\, and respond to questions. Each month there will be a specific discussion topic related to burn injuries and recovery. \nJuly Topic:  \nThe group meets the third Tuesday of every month\, 6:30pm start time – come to one\, come to them all – you decide.\nPizza provided by Camp I Am Me. \nAddress:\nLoyola University Medical Center\n2160 S. 1st Avenue\nMaywood\, IL 60153 \nDirections:\nPark in the parking garage located at the south end of the hospital. Take the East (Gift Shop) elevator to the 7th floor – the Burn Unit. The conference room is room #7313.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/support-group-july/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260815
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260816
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230202T134841Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T165241Z
UID:1872-1786752000-1786838399@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Fire Prevention Week Luncheon Award Nomination Deadline
DESCRIPTION:The annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon in October includes a keynote presentation\, gourmet lunch\, and networking. The event also highlights and honors those who have gone above and beyond in fire safety and burn prevention\, as each year Camp I Am Me receives nominations and presents awards for various categories. \nEach year Camp I Am Me presents awards to nominated individuals\, groups\, firefighters\, life safety educators\, and others for their tremendous efforts in promoting fire safety and burn prevention with their given community. Award recipients are highlighted at the annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon. Award categories include Corporate Responsibility\, Life Safety\, Special Recognition\, and the coveted Wayne Luecht Memorial Award. \nNominations can be submitted at any time\, but must be received no later than August 15th to be considered for the current year. \nClick here for category details and to nominate a deserving individual or group!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/fpwl-award-nomination/
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260818
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260819
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230117T200219Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T210023Z
UID:1705-1787011200-1787097599@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Support Group (Maywood)
DESCRIPTION:Loyola Medicine’s Links of Hope Support Group\, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters\, whether that be family or friends\, are welcomed to participate in any session. \nDuring the meeting\, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships\, create new connections\, and respond to questions. Each month there will be a specific discussion topic related to burn injuries and recovery. \nAugust Topic:  \nThe group meets the third Tuesday of every month\, 6:30pm start time – come to one\, come to them all – you decide.\nPizza provided by Camp I Am Me. \nAddress:\nLoyola University Medical Center\n2160 S. 1st Avenue\nMaywood\, IL 60153 \nDirections:\nPark in the parking garage located at the south end of the hospital. Take the East (Gift Shop) elevator to the 7th floor – the Burn Unit. The conference room is room #7313.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/support-group-august/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260821
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260822
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230131T184456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T170024Z
UID:1817-1787270400-1787356799@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Day at the State Fair (Springfield) - Volunteer Opportunity
DESCRIPTION:Each year\, nearly 50 volunteers join Camp I Am Me at the Illinois State Fair in Springfield to manage the Fire Service Tent and provide fire prevention education to fair-goers. \nThe tent allows kids and adults to climb on fire engines and slide down firepoles while also receiving educational material on fire safety through various stations and activities. \nHelp us reduce the number children and adults that attend the Camp I Am Me burn survivor support programs by helping make a difference in fire safety education. Invite your spouse\, friends\, and children – they are welcome to attend too! It’s also a great community service opportunity for Explorers\, Boy Scouts\, Girl Scouts and other youth groups. \nThe hours of tent operation are from 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Volunteers are requested to work two 1.5-hour shifts\, allowing three hours of the day to be spent enjoying the various fair activities and events. \nIf you are not able to drive directly to the State Fair\, Camp I Am Me provides a suburban Chicago pick-up/drop-off location for the day’s event:\n\nThe bus will depart promptly from Northwest Homer Fire Protection District Station #1 (143rd Street & I-355) at 6:15 a.m.\nThe bus leaves Springfield to return home by 5:00 p.m. and expected return time is approximately 8:00 p.m.\n\nVolunteers are provided snacks and drinks in the morning and evening on the bus\, a State Fair admission ticket\, parking pass (if driving personal vehicle)\, lunch\, and a Camp I Am Me t-shirt. \nClick Here to Register to Volunteer
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/state-fair/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260915
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230323T190527Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T210057Z
UID:1969-1789430400-1789516799@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Support Group (Maywood)
DESCRIPTION:Loyola Medicine’s Links of Hope Support Group\, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters\, whether that be family or friends\, are welcomed to participate in any session. \nDuring the meeting\, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships\, create new connections\, and respond to questions. Each month there will be a specific discussion topic related to burn injuries and recovery. \nSeptember Topic:  \nThe group meets the third Tuesday of every month\, 6:30pm start time – come to one\, come to them all – you decide.\nPizza provided by Camp I Am Me. \nAddress:\nLoyola University Medical Center\n2160 S. 1st Avenue\nMaywood\, IL 60153 \nDirections:\nPark in the parking garage located at the south end of the hospital. Take the East (Gift Shop) elevator to the 7th floor – the Burn Unit. The conference room is room #7313.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/support-group-september/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260916
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260917
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230131T202703Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T170233Z
UID:1844-1789516800-1789603199@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:6th Annual Camp I Am Me Golf Classic (Wheeling) - Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:SAVE-THE-DATE! \nCamp I Am Me is hosting its sixth 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 for fun\, networking\, and raising funds to help those affected by burn-related injuries. \nREGISTRATION OPENS IN JULY!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/golf-classic/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20260922
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20260925
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20240220T160916Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T174628Z
UID:2438-1790035200-1790294399@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Boot Day for Burn Survivors Rally Dates (Statewide)
DESCRIPTION:Support & Empower Survivors Through Community Engagement\nBurn survivors live with the physical and emotional scars from the trauma of being burned\, and through Camp I Am Me programming\, they can access a range of opportunities to – over time – heal from the inside out. \nWe ask for fire departments\, organizations\, companies\, and others’ support and help so that we can continue to provide our yearly Summer Camp\, burn survivor programs\, Family Days\, adult support groups\, and other events and activities that help survivors to be able to say\, “I am me\,” despite their scars. \nHow can you help? Your organization can host a Boot Day for Burn Survivors Campaign\, and hopefully\, as a tradition moving forward to help Camp I Am Me continue to provide programs at no cost to survivors and their families. \nCamp I Am Me is continually working to increase our reach so that all burn survivors in Illinois and beyond are aware of our supportive and empowering programs. Your participation in this fundraising will help us achieve this end. \nLearn more by clicking HERE!
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/fall-boot-day/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261008
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230202T123707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T171414Z
UID:1868-1791417600-1791503999@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:85th Annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon (Woodridge)
DESCRIPTION:Join hundreds of members from the fire service and beyond at the 85th annual Fire Prevention Week Luncheon\, hosted by Camp I Am Me by Illinois Fire  Safety Alliance. The program\, which is supported by the Northern Illinois Fire Sprinkler Advisory Board\, includes gourmet lunch\, networking opportunities\, and a keynote address. The event also highlights and honors those across Illinois who have gone above and beyond in their fire safety and burn prevention efforts\, as each year Camp I Am Me receives nominations and presents awards in various categories. \nThe Fire Prevention Week Luncheon will take place on Thursday\, October 8\, 2026 from 10:00am-1:30pm. The event will be held at Bobak’s Signature Events\, located at 6440 Double Eagle Drive\, Woodridge\, Illinois. \nKeynote Presentation coming soon. \n 
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/fpwl/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261009
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261013
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20240708T144544Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260128T204254Z
UID:2675-1791504000-1791849599@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Strive to Thrive: Young Adult Retreat (Mt. Carroll)
DESCRIPTION:An engaging weekend for young adults ages 18-25 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 young person\, be it self-confidence\, applying for a job\, creating a resume\, learning about body positivity\, relationships\, or conflict resolution. Strive to Thrive provides a safe space to reinforce each participant’s belief in themselves as they transition from young person to adulthood. \nDue to the generosity of our supporters this program is offered at no cost to participants\, including transportation\, lodging\, meals\, and activities. Transportation options will be either self-drive or van pickup (10/9)/drop-off (10/12) in Oak Lawn\, IL or Schaumburg\, IL. \nLocation: YMCA Camp Benson in Mount Carroll\, Illinois\, 10 miles east of the Mississippi River\, is located on 113 sprawling acres\, complete with a beautiful forest of deciduous trees\, and the meandering Wakarusa River winding through it.  This is a picture-perfect setting for being outdoors while experiencing the healing power of nature. \nMission: The mission of Strive to Thrive: Beyond the Burns is to provide a safe\, healthy\, supervised environment for young adults ages 18-25 who have experienced burn injuries to empower and prepare themselves for adulthood. \nActivities: Retreat activities will include traditional camp activities such as board games\, campfires\, kayaks\, crafts\, horseback riding\, journaling\, nature walks\, and more! We’ll also have sit-down educational sessions to address the specific topics listed above and we’ll provide opportunities for open mic time for participants to share their respective journeys. \nStaff: This retreat is staffed by volunteers\, including social workers\, fire service personnel\, medical community personnel\, teachers and other professionals. The qualified staff also volunteer for our summer camp\, and has undergone various professional development\, and orientation sessions designed to prepare them for the specific needs of burn survivors.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/young-adult-retreat/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261018
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261025
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20241118T210446Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260105T172714Z
UID:2855-1792281600-1792886399@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Statewide Smoke Alarm Installation Blitz
DESCRIPTION:Illinois fire service\, join Camp I Am Me and the Office of the Illinois State Fire Marshal 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 there are working smoke alarms properly installed within your community – and what better time than during National Fire Prevention Month. \nActive Be Alarmed! departments simply need to acknowledge they will participate in installing alarms the week of October 18th by completing the registration form. Departments not currently enrolled in the Be Alarmed! Program can also complete the form\, but will need to register to become an active member of the program before alarms can be distributed. \nBulk amounts of alarms will be delivered to participating departments based on the size and scope of the department’s blitz. Camp I Am Me staff will work with departments to ensure appropriate amounts of supplies are received prior to October 18th. Alarms received through this specific request are expected to be installed during the October 18-24\, 2026 timeframe to the best of the department’s abilities. Statewide data will be provided to participating departments upon the conclusion of the blitz week.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/blitz/
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20261020
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20261021
DTSTAMP:20260404T072927
CREATED:20230117T200310Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260102T210126Z
UID:1706-1792454400-1792540799@www.ifsa.org
SUMMARY:Survivor Support Group (Maywood)
DESCRIPTION:Loyola Medicine’s Links of Hope Support Group\, is made available specifically for the burn survivor community. Survivors of all ages and their supporters\, whether that be family or friends\, are welcomed to participate in any session. \nDuring the meeting\, there will be an opportunity to renew friendships\, create new connections\, and respond to questions. Each month there will be a specific discussion topic related to burn injuries and recovery. \nOctober Topic:  \nThe group meets the third Tuesday of every month\, 6:30pm start time – come to one\, come to them all – you decide.\nPizza provided by Camp I Am Me. \nAddress:\nLoyola University Medical Center\n2160 S. 1st Avenue\nMaywood\, IL 60153 \nDirections:\nPark in the parking garage located at the south end of the hospital. Take the East (Gift Shop) elevator to the 7th floor – the Burn Unit. The conference room is room #7313.
URL:https://www.ifsa.org/events/support-group-october/
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