Burn Bulletin

On September 8th, I shared this video message through the Alisa Ann Ruch Burn Foundation social media accounts. For me, September is a time of remembrance of my burn injury and the journey I have taken these past 24 years. It is also a time when I remember the foundation’s namesake, Alisa Ann, as another birthday passes without her. While I’m saddened by the fact that Alisa did not survive her burn injury, I am grateful for the foundation that emerged from the tragedy. My road to recovery was filled with support and love from this foundation. I am honored to be an AARBF volunteer and member of the Board of Directors. Today, I am asking you to make a donation in honor of Alisa Ann and the foundation that has helped countless survivors and their families over the past 53 years. It can be whatever amount is significant for you. Maybe it’s $10 for your 10th burniversary or $64 for how old Alisa would have been.

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Thank you for watching my video and making a difference in the lives of burn survivors!

The Getaway Family Camp 2024 was absolutely fantastic. We had a blast making core memories with everyone. AARBF hosted 35 families and 15 staff/volunteers at Camp Oakhurst this past Labor Day weekend, bringing the total to 164 amazing people. We are so thankful to all the families and volunteers who chose to spend their holiday weekend with us.

There were so many exciting outdoor activities like archery, swimming, giant swing, rock climbing, high ropes, support groups, kids/teens club, open mic, bingo, and dancing with families from all over California and Nevada.

Our Community Partners, Firefighters of Southern Nevada Burn Foundation made it possible for Nevada families to join us for this event.

We are so appreciative for our incredible group of volunteers that made this weekend run so smoothly and fun. Thank you; Apollo, D, Buddy, Chop Suey, Moose, Kappa, Viper, Lenny, Pinecone, Figgy, Ricky Rescue, Hydra, Shred, Mee Mee, and Kika. Your hard work and dedication truly made it a weekend to remember.

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Back by popular demand we will be holding another “ALL CHAMP CAMP COUNSELOR REUNION”.

The event will start at 2pm and end around 8pm.

Date:  Saturday August 24, 2024

Time:   2pm-8pm

Location:  Morgan Hill, CA

Cost:  $20 per person, spouses and kids are invited.

Additional information: Plan on there being group skits, songs, and several other surprises throughout the event. Please wear an old Champ Camp shirt. There are several hotels in the area if you want to stay in town. We are in need of several volunteers for this event.  If you would like to help, let us know. If you have contact with any past counselors, please feel free to pass this information to us.

RSVP BY August 20th along with your current contact phone and email info.Contact Beanie 650-438-9173, SandraEZsmith@gmail.com

Friday, September 13: The NorCal Fire Prevention Officers Association’s 14th Annual Golf Tournament & Banquet will be held at the Paradise Valley Golf Course in Fairfield, CA.

Tuesday, October 8: The SoCal Golf Tournament returns to the Black Gold Country Club in Yorba Linda, CA.

Watch our social media for registration announcements.