Serving the Burn 
Community since 1973

Dedicated to assuring the best possible burn treatment, recovery, and prevention programs are available to our community.

Survivor Support

Recovery programs for burn survivors and firefighters

Supporting the physical, social, and emotional well-being of those affected by burn injuries.

Survivor Support

Special events and fundraisers

Join us for a variety of events and fundraisers to help raise awareness and funds for FFBI.

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​Firefighters "Fill the Boot for Burns" Boot Drive

Donations collected during Boot Drives are used to improve burn treatment and fund life-altering burn recovery programs.

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Our Mission

The Firefighters Burn Institute is a non-profit 501(c)3 organization founded by Sacramento Fire Captain Cliff Haskell and the Sacramento Area Fire Fighters, Local 522 in 1973 for the purpose of establishing a local burn treatment facility; providing recovery programs for burn survivors; promoting fire and burn prevention through public education; funding education for medical burn team professionals, firefighters, and burn survivors; and supporting burn treatment and rehabilitation research.

Programs and Services

A variety of programs for burn survivors and Firefighters.

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Support Groups

A place where burn survivors & their loved ones come together to support one another in their recovery.
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Recovery Programs

From camps and retreats to reintegration and emotional support, we are with you every step of the way.
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Prevention & Education

FFBI provides public education focused on fire prevention and safety through educational resources and community events.
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Scholarships

Monetary and academic support for burn survivors, firefighters, and burn team professionals.
Survivor Support

Upcoming Events

February 2 - 8, 2025

National Burn Awareness Week

National Burn Awareness Week is an important annual observance dedicated to educating the public about burn prevention and safety.

National Burn Awareness Week Details
February 5 - 8, 2025

Firefighters “Fill the Boot for Burns” Boot Drive

Hundreds of firefighters volunteer each year to collect donations in their boots during the annual “Fill the Boot for Burns” fundraiser.

Firefighters “Fill the Boot for Burns” Boot Drive Details
Wednesday, March 12, 2025

Youth Firesetter Program​

The Youth Firesetter Program (YFP) is an intervention program for youth (ages 5-17) who demonstrate a tendency to misuse fire. The program is led by fire, probation, burn and healthcare professionals who provide a coordinated effort in helping youth firesetters and their families receive the assistance they need through assessments, psychological referrals, and education.

Youth Firesetter Program​ Details
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Burn Camps

Firefighters Kids Camp and Little Heroes Family Burn Camp both encourage healing, personal growth, and character development, and have well-trained burn care and recovery professionals, as well as FFBI staff, to assist campers and their families with understanding and coping with the physical and emotional challenges associated with burn recovery

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Show Your Support

Your gift will help to provide recovery programs for burn survivors; promote fire and burn prevention through public education; fund education for medical burn team professionals, firefighters, and burn survivors; and support burn treatment and rehabilitation research.

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Get in touch.

Questions? We’d love to hear from you! Send us a message and we’ll respond as soon as possible.

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Inclusion, Equality, and Diversity

FFBI is committed to promoting a culture of inclusion, equality and diversity within our organization and for those we serve. We believe every person should feel valued, respected and connected to our mission. Together, we continue to build an inclusive environment that encourages, supports, and celebrates the diversity of our burn community.