Spirit of Courage Award: Christian Lara
California Highway Patrol Officer Christian Lara and his partner were driving along I-8 on November 30. By chance they took a different patrol route along the freeway that night. Near
Spirit of Courage Award: Bryce Greschke
Bryce Greschke, Storm Water Supervisor for the City of Poway, was on his way to work after the holiday on July 5. He stopped when he noticed significant debris on
Spirit of Courage Award: Khrystina Gimeno
Corporal Khrystina Gimeno was dispatched from the San Diego Sheriff’s Department to assist with local evacuations from a growing wildfire engulfing homes on a very hot summer afternoon on August
Spirit of Courage Award: Alfredo Berumen
Alfredo Berumen was on his way to work early in the morning on March 7, 2022, on I-8 when he saw smoke on the horizon as the sun was coming
Derek’s Journey
2022 marked 50 years of Burn Institute service. As we reflect over the past year, we are reminded of how fortunate we are to have an outstanding cadre of volunteers,
Meet Sofie
You must meet Sofie. She is the most energetic, caring, polite, and independent young lady. One look at her beaming face and you’ll understand what makes her so special. We
Malia’s Story
Malia has a loving and active family. As with many siblings, she and her brothers play and goof around with each other. Several years ago, her brother tried to balance
2022 Demolition Derby
On June 12, 2022, 17 firefighters from 13 departments came together to crash cars for the Burn Institute at the Firefighter Demolition Derby! Congrats to our 2022 Firefighter Demolition Derby