Every year, the Phoenix Society’s World Burn Congress – an annual, international conference – welcomes hundreds of burn survivors, their families, caregivers, burn-care professionals, and firefighters. The Burn Institute offers […]
The San Diego County Fire Chiefs’ Association and the Burn Institute Auxiliary joined together to raise funds for the fire and burn prevention education and burn survivor support programs of […]
This empowering three-day weekend revolves around self-discovery and peer-based support. The Adult Retreat is available for burn survivors 25 years and older. This retreat provides a venue where participants can: […]
As we wind down the Summer, the Burn Institute will be having an End of Summer Picnic Potluck open to all burn survivors and their families. Join us for a […]
The Burn Institute is teaming up with San Diego Fire-Rescue Department to bring holiday joy to local burn survivors and their families. If you are interested in registering for our […]
Join us for our first burn survivor meet-up of the year! We invite you to make a difference in our community by installing smoke alarms and carbon monoxide detectors in […]
Every year, we host a spirited 5K to support our organization and promote Burn Awareness Week (February 1-7, 2020). This family-friendly run is being held on Saturday, February 1 at De Anza Cove on Mission Bay. The event will showcase community partners, including local fire service, as part of our Burn Prevention Expo and focus […]
What began 20 years ago as a grassroots effort backed by the fire service, the Burn Institute’s countywide Boot Drive has become a hallmark fundraiser for the organization, raising an […]
Each year, the Imperial Valley Expo extends free admission to local burn survivors and their families. We invite you to meet and bond with fellow survivors while having fun at the fair! Interested families can reach out to Paola Rangel at prangel@burninstitute.org or call 760-355-3175 to learn more and RSVP.
Storytelling is an important force in healing from a burn injury. The Open Mic Community Event Series is open to anyone who identifies as a survivor of a burn injury and their loved ones. It is an open space to share personal accounts, stories, and create empowerment and unity among the burn community. To attend […]
