Our deep commitment to supporting burn survivors goes back to the very beginnings of our organization. In more than three decades of work, we have discovered over and over that those with life-altering burn injuries are victors – not victims. From bike rides and golf invitationals to youth leadership opportunities and our signature Summer Camp for Burn-Injured Youth, we work tirelessly – and in partnership with Burn Centers across the state – to deliver much needed continuation of care that help those we serve to not just survive but thrive.
Burn Survivors: join our private Facebook group for more information on Burn Survivor Support programming.
Summer Camp for Burn Injured YouthOur Summer Camp for Burn Injured Youth, or “Burn Camp” for short, is a free, week-long, overnight summer camp experience for kids with life-changing burn injuries to grow their lifelong support system, continue to heal from the emotional trauma of their burns, and just be a kid. The dedication and participation of more than 100 burn survivors and volunteers makes this camp special for everyone who attends.
Our 30th annual Burn Camp will be held from August 11th-17th, 2024 at Camp Timber-lee in East Troy, WI. Each year our Steering Committee works year-round to plan a new Burn Camp theme that makes each child’s experience fresh, unique, and more impactful. The theme for this year’s Burn Camp is “Cruising through 30 Years of Friendship and Memories” with activities for the week revolving around a race cars, bikes, and more! During the week, campers will cruise along the road of three decades of shared experiences, emphasizing the importance of friendship and the power of cherished memories in the healing journey.
“Burn Camp is a life changing opportunity for burn survivors. During camp I learned that I am not a victim of my circumstances, but that I am a victor.”
– Sam P. (Camp graduate & current camp staff)
Burn Camp | Ages 7-17 | August 11th-17th, 2024
Explorer’s Day Camp | Ages 3-6 | August 14th, 2024
Young Adult Leadership Program (YALP) | Ages 18-21 | August 11th-17th, 2024
Camper Registration
Explorer’s Day Registration Form
Other Forms
*A Medical Form is required for each individual camper*
Camp Medical Form – Online Form
Staff Applications
Please consider making a difference in the lives of young burn survivors by joining our Burn Camp volunteer staff. Must be at least 22 years old.
New Full Week Volunteer Application
Returning Full Week Volunteer Application
New and Returning Individual Day Volunteer Application
PFFWCF’s Leadership Retreat for Young Adult Burn Survivors is held in the Wisconsin Dells area each year with young adult burn survivors (ages 17-25) from all across Wisconsin attending. The focus of this weekend is service leadership that provides burn survivors with the tools and skills needed to overcome obstacles in their lives and thrive as leaders in their communities.
This year’s Leadership Retreat for Young Adult Burn Survivors was held from Friday, June 28th to Sunday, June 30th, 2024. Wisconsin burn survivors were 17-25 are invited to join us at Kalahari Resort in Wisconsin Dells for a weekend of fun, friendship, and growth.
Please contact Katie@pffwcf.org with questions.
Join us in celebrating the remarkable legacy of Doc Schneider, a beacon of compassion and dedication in the realm of burn care. For over thirty years, Doc served as the Medical Director and chairman of the Department of Surgery at St. Mary’s Hospital, where his tireless efforts touched the lives of countless Burn Center patients. However, it was in his involvement with the Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation’s Summer Camp for Burn Injured Youth where Doc’s profound impact truly shone.
We are pleased to provide scholarships to burn survivors who attend or have attended our programming. This scholarship is open to burn survivors who have participated in PFFWCF’s Burn Survivor Support programming and are continuing their education or training in any way, whether through a post-secondary technical or training program, a 2-year or 4-year college institution, or another program that furthers education or career-readiness in some way.
For more information and to apply, please click here.
The PFFWCF, along with our partners, provides support and collaboration with Wisconsin Burn Centers. Our goal is to ensure the best treatments and outcomes possible; as well as, improving continuity into our programming.
Pictured are members of the UW Burn Board at The Overture Center for the Arts in Madison during Burn Awareness Week. The Overture Center turned their lights red to help us create awareness about Burn Awareness Week.
Applications are program specific and will be posted here when available.
