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.
The Professional Fire Fighters of Wisconsin Charitable Foundation’s Summer Camp for Burn Injured Youth, or “Burn Camp” for short, is a free, week-long, overnight summer camp experience for kids who have sustained a burn injury to grow their lifelong support system, continue to heal from the emotional trauma of their burns, and just be a kid. During the week, campers build their resilience through having fun outdoors, emphasizing the importance of friendship and the power of cherished memories in the healing journey. The participation and dedication of our volunteers makes this camp special for everyone who attends.
Our 33rd annual Burn Camp will be held from August 14-21, 2027 at Lutherdale Bible Camp just outside of Elkhorn, WI. Lutherdale is Burn Camp’s new home. Our first year at Lutherdale in 2026 brought new surroundings and opportunities while preserving the friendships, traditions, and sense of belonging that have defined Burn Camp for more than three decades.
Burn Camp | Ages 7-17 | August 14-21, 2027
COMING SOON!
Volunteer Staff Applications will Open Spring, 2026!
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.
