All serious burns can have devastating consequences whether the harm happens in a house fire caused by a careless smoker, or a military vehicle fuel fed fire caused by an insurgent's explosive device. The consequences are similar: Excruciatingly painful wounds which require multiple surgeries, lengthy rehabilitation, and psychological care. The patient is usually left with physical disfigurement, and deep emotional scars. The burn survivor requires more resources and follow-up than almost any other type of injury.

The Burn Advocate Network's mission is to support burn survivors be they children, young men and women who are combat wounded, or the elderly as they face the challenges of recovery, rehabilitation, and reintegration.

The key to optimal recovery for burn survivors is access to health care including medical, surgical, and psychiatric care. Where that treatment is withheld we will fight for the individual or group that has been denied that basic right. Where disability or damages are wrongfully denied or delayed we provide solutions to facilitate recovery. We recognize that without funds for treatment, a return to a stable and productive life is usually not possible.

Burn Camps provide an effective means to help young burn survivors cope with their painful new world. The respite they offer from the cruel treatment kids receive can change their entire outlook on life. We support burn camps around the country by sending them recreational equipment and volunteers. We raise money to allow them to reach more burn survivor children and provide them with more therapeutic activities. We also help them raise funds to add additional weeks to their programs.

Children’s Surgical Missions relieve the suffering of the most vulnerable of burn survivors, children who live in countries where there are few medical resources . Burn Advocates Network supports their goals by providing funds and procuring surgical equipment for their life changing mission.

Come join us in our important work.