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GFBF Community + Connection
2021-08-24 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-27 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-04-02 08:00 - 17:00 UTC | Georgia
We recognize this is a time of uncertainty with the global landscape currently dominated by COVID-19; but we do know this – connection and community can make a huge difference and we are creating online opportunities for conversation while maintaining the recommended distance and focus on staying healthy!

GFBF Talks 13
2021-08-10 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-07-13 19:00 - 20:00 | Georgia
We recognize this is a time of uncertainty with the global landscape currently dominated by COVID-19; but we do know this – connection and community can make a huge difference and we are creating online opportunities for conversation while maintaining the recommended distance and focus on staying healthy!

Join us live at https://zoom.us/j/92303996211 or visit our Youtube Channel to catch up on previous videos!

GFBF Community + Connection: Camp Oo-U-La Reunion
2021-06-29 19:00 - 20:00 | Georgia
Join us for a special Community + Connection: Camp Oo-U-La Reunion! We would love to have former campers and volunteers to reconnect, share memories, and provide life updates! This is for any camp family members age 18 and older.
We recognize this is a time of uncertainty with the global landscape currently dominated by COVID-19; but we do know this – connection and community can make a huge difference and we are creating online opportunities for conversation while maintaining the recommended distance and focus on staying healthy!

GFBF Talks 12
2021-06-08 19:00 - 20:00 | Georgia

GFBF Community + Connection
2021-05-25 19:00 - 20:00, 2021-04-27 19:00 - 20:00 | Georgia
Join us for an hour of community and connection!
We recognize this is a time of uncertainty with the global landscape currently dominated by COVID-19; but we do know this – connection and community can make a huge difference and we are creating online opportunities for conversation while maintaining the recommended distance and focus on staying healthy!

Central Georgia Firefighters Ball
2021-05-15 19:00 - 23:30 | Museum of Avaition – Robins AFB, 1942 Heritage Blvd, Warner Robins, GA, 31098, United States
3rd Annual Central Georgia Firefighters Ball held in Warner Robins
7:00 – 8:00 PM: Meet and Greet – Cocktail Hour
8:00 – 9:00 PM: Formal Dinner
9:00 PM – 12:00 AM: Music and Dancing
Events of the evening will include:
*Catered Formal Dinner
*Silent Auction & 50/50 raffle items
*DJ & Dancing
Proceeds will go towards the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation & Next Years Ball

Central Georgia Stair Climb
2021-05-15 08:00 - 12:00 | Best Western Plus at Rigby’s Water World, 1056 GA-96, Warner Robins, GA, 31088, United States
Open to the public!
This is the third year for the Climb and 2019 hosted 101 Climbers from all over the southern states who climbed a total of 110 flights to Honor the 343 firefighters lost in 9/11.

Each participant will receive a shirt and limited edition 2021 challenge coin.

GFBF Talks 11
2021-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Georgia

GFBF Talks 10
2021-05-11 19:00 - 20:00 | Georgia
We recognize this is a time of uncertainty with the global landscape currently dominated by COVID-19; but we do know this – connection and community can make a huge difference and we are creating online opportunities for conversation while maintaining the recommended distance and focus on staying healthy!

Join us live on Zoom or visit our Youtube Channel to catch up on previous videos!

Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association Cornhole Tournament
2021-04-02 18:00 - 22:00 | Ironshield Brewing, 457 N Chestnut Street, Lawrenceville, GA, 30046, United States
Peach State Cornhole is excited to announce the Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association Cornhole Tournament! Come out and support the brave men and women who help to protect us! This amazing event will raise funds for the GFSA and Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation. Don’t miss out on your chance to give back to these heroes of our communities and throw some bags while you are at it!
The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association is a non-profit organization who’s main objectives are to promote, educate and influence legislation for the fire sprinkler industry. This event will be raising money for the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation. Their mission is to partner with the fire service and burn care community to provide fire safety and prevention education, support medical facilities and assist burn survivors in their recovery.

Prizes will be awarded to 1st, 2nd, and 3rd place. In addition, a raffle will be held during tournament to giveaway some great prizes to help fundraise!
Cost: $50/Team. *Walk-ups welcome from 5:00 PM – 5:30 PM on April 2 for $60/Team.
Registration: Players must register in advance to guarantee spot in the tournament. Teams must register in advance to guarantee spot in the tournament. (*Walk-up registration available, but spots could be limited.)

Roster: Teams must have at least 2 players.

Format: Doubles (2v2 Game Format) – Single Game//Double Elimination Bracket Tournament (teams are guaranteed 2 games). All games are played to 21 points. Bracket will be seeded on a random draw basis. All match-ups will be played by standard Peach State Cornhole rules. You can review the complete list of rules for more details.

Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association's Spring Bass Fishing Tournament
2021-03-27 | Berry’s Boat Dock at Jackson Lake, 330 Waters Bridge Circle, Covington, 30014, United States
The Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association will be hosting a bass fishing tournament at Berry’s Boat Dock in Covington, GA this Spring! This event will be raising funds for the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation.

Entry fee is $120 per boat and includes a raffle ticket. We will have cash prizes for the winners and will be holding a raffle during the weigh-in and cookout.

Please join us by filling out the entry form below (or www.georgiafiresprinkler.org) and returning to rebecca.malone@coreandmain.com or bring with you the day of the event.

Click here for the Tournament Entry Form

Baldwin County Fire Rescue Golf Tournament
2020-10-02 08:00 - 17:00 | The Club at Lake Sinclair, 3700 Sinclair Dam Rd NE, Milledgeville, GA, 31061, United States
Join Baldwin County Fire Rescue for the 9th Annual Golf Tournament benefiting Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation on Friday, October 2 at The Club at Lake Sinclair.
Click here for the tournament flyer!

GFBF Talks Episode 6
2020-08-26 00:00 - 01:00 | Georgia
Save the date – details and information coming soon!

2020 Central Georgia Firefighters Ball
2020-05-09 19:00 - 23:30 | Museum of Avaition – Robins AFB, 1942 Heritage Blvd, Warner Robins, GA, 31098, United States
3rd Annual Central Georgia Firefighters Ball held in Warner Robins
Proceeds raised from the Firefighter’s Ball will be donated to the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation to be used for Camp Oo-U-La in June 2020. We appreciate everyone’s support to make this a yearly fundraiser. To purchase your tickets, use the link below or click here!

7-8PM: Meet & Greet- Cocktail Hour
8-9PM: Formal Dinner
9PM-12AM: Music & Dancing

Events of the evening will include:

Catered Formal Dinner
Silent Auction & 50/50 raffle items
DJ & Dancing

We will be scheduling a date during the first week of June and inviting everyone when we head to the summer camp in Winder, GA to present the check.
Hotel for 2020 Firefighter’s Ball: Courtyard by Marriott located in Warner Robins, GA is the host hotel and book by 04/17/20 to access the group rate. Click here for the group rate!

Firefighters Recognition Day Luncheon
2020-02-04 12:00 - 14:00 | Georgia State University Ballroom, Georgia State University, 33 GIlmer Street, Atlanta, GA, 30302, United States
All fire service personnel are invited to attend as the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation honors Georgia’s outstanding fire service!
Join us as we celebrate and hear inspirational stories from burn survivors impacted by the generosity of firefighters.
We also take this opportunity to acknowledge departments who supported us through the “Give Burns The Boot”® campaign in 2019. We do hope that a representative will be able to join us to receive an award for your participation!
The luncheon is held at Georgia State University Student Center. Seating is limited to 350 and available on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you have any questions, please call our office at 404-320-6223.

Holiday Party at Grady Burn Center
2019-12-19 17:00 - 19:00 | Grady Burn Center, 80 Jesse Hill Jr Drive SE, Atlanta, GA, 30303, United States
Please join us as we celebrate the holiday season with patients, families, and staff at Grady Burn Center! There is a catered meal for staff and family members, along with spreading holiday cheer!
Grady Burn Center is located on 3rd Floor, West Tower – B Wing. Parking is available in the deck next to the main hospital entrance.

It Takes a Village, The Journey from Victim to Survivor
2019-12-07 13:30 - 15:00 | Rich Hart Global, 2030 Powers Ferry Road SE, Suite 270, Atlanta, GA, 30339, United States
The Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation is cordially extending an invitation to attend a motivational presentation by Dennis J. Gardin, Executive Director of the GFBF. Burned over 70% of his body as a child in a horrific gasoline explosion, resulting in an extensive hospitalization and agonizing long-term medical treatments, he will share his inspirational story of successfully navigating the storms along his journey from Burn Victim to Burn Survivor, and how it truly “Takes a Village” of caring & supportive people to overcome any of life’s challenges we may encounter to achieve a fulfilling life of purpose.
This event is free & open to the public and scheduled as a LIVE RECORDING. Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation (GFBF) reserves the right to use any photograph/video taken at any event sponsored by GFBF, without the expressed written permission of those included within the photograph/video. GFBF may use the photograph/video in publications or other media material produced, used or contracted by GFBF including but not limited to: brochures, invitations, books, newspapers, magazines, television, websites, etc.
Dennis anticipates this program to be entertaining, educational & inspirational, and everyone is invited to join us for an afternoon of renewed hope and appreciation for this gift of life…

Burn Survivors Family Weekend
2019-09-20 - 2019-09-22 | Camp Twin Lakes Will-A-Way, 210 S. Broad Street, Winder, GA, 30680, United States
This weekend provides a unique opportunity for families to connect with others who share common experiences associated with burn trauma (both burn injured and non-burn injured) and acknowledges the voice of those who may not have experienced the physical burn injury but are closely connected to the trauma. We welcome attendees of all ages and leave the definition of family up to you! The only expectation is that someone attending the program sustained a burn injury, but this individual can bring family of their own choosing, young and old, up to a total of five individuals. Please note: at least one legal parent/guardian must be present throughout the entire weekend if minors are present, and they also assume full responsibility for supervising them at all times.

Summer Camp Oo-U-La
2019-06-02 - 2019-06-07 | Camp Twin Lakes Will-A-Way, 210 S. Broad Street, Winder, GA, 30680, United States
Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation provides camp at no cost to burn‐injured children and their sibling(s). Eligible campers are Georgia residents age 7 to 17 who sustained a burn injury that required treatment or hospitalization at a burn center, or non‐Georgia residents who were treated in a Georgia burn center, and their siblings. We partner with Camp Twin Lakes to host camp at their Will‐A-Way facility in Winder, GA. Transportation is offered from three locations across the state.
Camp offers burn-injured children and their siblings opportunities to grow together in their recovery—both physical and emotional—and in their relationship with one another, all while experiencing the fun, friendships, and freedom that you can only find at camp!

Georgia Fire Sprinkler Association's 2nd Annual Bass Tournament
2019-05-25 06:30 - 15:00 | Berry’s Boat Dock at Jackson Lake, 330 Waters Bridge Circle, Covington, 30014, United States
Join us for the 2nd Annual GFSA Bass Tournament on Saturday, May 25! A portion of proceeds will benefit the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation.
Entry Fee $120 Per Boat, 70% Payback, 100% Big Fish
Cash/check/credit card accepted in advance and day of the event.
Send registration and to pay in advance, contact Rebecca Malone at rebecca.malone@coreandmain.com or bring with you the day of the event.
Please contact Brad Boswell or Allen Cagle with questions.
Tournament Rules Apply.
Click here for registration flyer!

Young Adult Burn Survivors Retreat
2019-05-16 - 2019-05-20 | Camp Dream Warm Springs, GA, 6135 Roosevelt Hwy, Warm Springs, GA, 31830, United States
The transition from adolescence to adulthood can be a challenging time for everyone. Having experienced a burn injury the challenges can be even more trying. Therefore, partnering burn survivor support agencies would like to offer this program for young adults, ages 18-25, to provide a mechanism of emotional support with others who have shared similar experiences. The Young Adult Burn Survivors Retreat provides the opportunity for peer-focused support and an empowering journey towards self-discovery.
Burn survivor support agencies from California, New York, and Georgia have collaborated once again to offer a very special program addressing issues faced by young adult burn survivors by providing a peer-based support retreat.
The Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation is hosting the retreat May 16-19, 2019 at the Camp Dream facility inside Roosevelt Warm Springs in Warm Springs, Georgia.

The deadline for applications is TBD. We will notify applicants by TBD regarding their participation.
Please note: You are responsible for your own transportation arrangements to and from the retreat.

Central Georgia Firefighters Ball
2019-05-03 19:00 | Macon Marriott City Center, 240 Coliseum Dr, Macon, GA, 31217, United States
You are cordially invited to the Second Annual Central Georgia Firefighters Ball!

Meet and Greet: 7:00PM-8:00PM
Formal Dinner: 8:00PM-9:00PM
Music and Dancing: 9:00PM-12:00AM

Events of the evening will include:

Catered Formal Dinner
Silent Auction and 50/50 Raffle Items
DJ and Dancing

Tickets are $60 for one and $110 for a couple; dress is Class A or Class B for firefighters and dress/gown and suit and ties for guest. The proceeds will benefit Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation and next year’s ball.

Firefighter Recognition Luncheon
2019-02-05 12:00 - 13:30 | Georgia State University Ballroom, Georgia State University, 33 GIlmer Street, Atlanta, GA, 30302, United States
Honoring Georgia’s Outstanding Fire Service
Join us on Tuesday, February 5, 2019, at Approximately 12 Noon (begins prior to the official ceremonies held at the Georgia State Capitol) at Georgia State University Student Center Ballroom, Downtown Atlanta. All fire service personnel are invited to attend the luncheon, as the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation welcomes this occasion to honor members of Georgia’s outstanding fire service. We also take this opportunity to acknowledge those departments who supported us through our annual “Give Burns The Boot”® campaign. If your department participated in our 2018 boot drive campaign, we do hope that a representative will be able to join us to receive your award.
Seating is limited to 300 and available on a first-come-first-serve basis. If you have any questions, please call the GFBF office at 404-320-6223.

Holiday Party at Grady Burn Center
2018-12-20 16:00 - 18:00 | Georgia
Join us to celebrate the holiday season with staff and patients at Grady Burn Center on Thursday, December 20 from 4-6PM. We look forward to sharing holiday cheer together!

Holiday Decorating at Grady Burn Center
2018-12-07 10:00 - 12:00 | Grady Burn Center, 80 Jesse Hill Jr Drive SE, Atlanta, GA, 30303, United States
We are bringing holiday cheer to Grady Burn Center and would love for you to join us! We will bring the supplies – all you need to bring is your holiday spirit!
Grady Burn Center is located on 3rd Floor, West Tower – B Wing. Parking is available in the deck next to the main hospital entrance.

Baldwin County Fire Rescue's 7th Annual Golf Tournament
2018-10-05 08:00 - 15:00 | Little Fishing Creek Golf Course, 65 Highway 22 West, Milledgeville, GA, 31061, United States
Join Baldwin County Fire Rescue’s 7th annual golf tournament benefitting the Georgia Firefighters Burn Foundation on October 5, 2018!
Use this link for registration and sponsorship: Registration and sponsorship form
