May 2023
Spirit of Courage Awards
Each year, the Burn Institute pays tribute to a special set of local heroes. These heroes risked their lives in an effort to save another person from burn injury or death. In 1974, members of a local support group for burn survivors, Burns Recovered, approached the Burn Institute with the idea of honoring these courageous citizens. Many of the burn survivors were rescued by such brave individuals. Naturally, they wanted to express their strong appreciation publicly. The Burn Institute supported…
Find out more »June 2023
2023 Fire and Safety Expo & Firefighter Demolition Derby
The Burn Institute’s 31th Annual Fire & Safety Expo and Firefighter Demolition Derby will take place Sunday, June 12, 2022 during the San Diego County Fair. This highly anticipated annual event includes firefighting and safety demonstrations, a fire-and-burn-prevention pavilion, and of course, the Firefighter Demolition Derby. Schedule of Free Events 11:00 a.m. Free CPR training, safety education, activities for the kids, derby car viewing— Visit teams in the pits 11am-12:30pm 1:00 p.m. Burn Run Fire Truck Parade & Opening Ceremonies…
Find out more »September 2023
2023 Chiefs’ Golf Classic
The San Diego County Fire Chiefs’ Association will raise funds for the fire and burn prevention education and burn survivor support programs of the Burn Institute. The Chiefs’ Golf Classic will take place on Monday, September 25th at the Rancho Bernardo Inn Golf Course and is sure to be a great day of golf with fire chiefs, as well as corporate and community leaders. Sponsorship and golfing information coming soon. Please contact us at thaviland@burninstitute.org or call 858-541-2277 with questions…
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