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05/06/2008 Boot Drive Gearing Up with 62 Locations
05/05/2008 City of San Diego, North County Join Boot Drive Effort
04/23/2008 Help Firefighters “Give Burns the Boot” - May 7th
03/05/2008 Spring Forward & Save a Life
02/27/2008 FREE Smoke Alarms for Seniors!
02/15/2008 Burn Institute CEO Wins National Award

Fire Escape Plan
There certainly is no time for mistakes when a fire strikes. Create an escape plan for your family and know what should be avoided. more
Take the Online Challenge
The Burn Institute's Online Challenge is a fun place to test your knowledge about basic fire and burn safety. more
Camp Beyond The Scars
Camp Beyond The Scars for burn-injured children is one of the Burn Institute's most notable programs - learn how you can be part of this rewarding camp program. more
Volunteer!
Make a positive impact in your community and volunteer for the Burn Institute - volunteer opportunities are as unique as the individual. more

Please visit our wildfire page for general tips. Download the evacuation tips (PDF) or the complete wildfire guide (PDF) for more in depth wildfire information.

Brought to you by Grossmont Healthcare District:
FEMA Disaster Assistance Process (PDF)

 

Varshock Fund
In its ongoing mission to support burn survivors and their families, the Burn Institute has created the Varshock Fund, designed to assist 15-year-old burn survivor Richard Varshock with support and special needs. Donate now

 

Emergency Needs Fund
This ongoing Burn Institute fund provides burn survivors and their families the help they need during their long physical and emotional road to recovery. Donate now

 

 

San Diego Heroes Poster
In the aftermath of the 2007 Wildfires, former San Diego Padre and popular artist, Gene Locklear, felt compelled to commemorate local firefighters.

To purchase, call the Burn Institute at (858) 541-2277.


Firefighter Night at the Padres
May 10, 2008

The Padres pay tribute to the fire service with pre-game ceremonies - this includes hundreds of firefighters lining the first and third base paths while a firefighter sings the national anthem. A special fire service tribute video is shown on the Jumbotron and a young burn survivor throws out the first pitch. The Burn Institute sells a select number of Padre tickets and a portion of the proceeds benefit the Burn Institute. more


Give Burns the Boot Drive
May 7, 2008

This countywide firefighter boot drive is sponsored by the San Diego - Imperial County Fire Fighters Advisory Council to the Burn Institute. Firefighters collect donations in their boots during the morning and evening commutes. This is the Burn Institute's largest one-day fundraiser of the year. more


Upcoming Events
May 7, 2008
Give Burns the Boot ! more
May 10, 2008
Firefighter Night at the Padres more
May 22, 2008
35th Annual Spirit of Courage Awards Banquet more



Juvenile Firesetter Conference
Town & Country Resort, San Diego
Sept. 25-26, 2008
Cost: $225*
(*Early Bird Registration Ends Aug. 15)

For more information, contact Aida Flores, Burn Institute Director of Program Services 858-541-2277, Ext. 13 or .