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Burn Prevention Network (BPN) is thrilled to welcome Kyla Bender as the new Prevention Outreach Coordinator for the Lehigh Valley! Kyla brings a wealth of experience, a passion for education, and a deep connection to the local community that make her an excellent addition to the BPN team. Kyla’s journey with BPN began several years […]

Did you know Thanksgiving is the #1 day for house fires in the U.S.? Between cooking mishaps, crowded kitchens, and unattended stoves, the risk is higher than ever. We are thankful to partner with our fire friends to provide safety information to the community. Please feel free to use these social media posts on your […]

We are thrilled to welcome Channel Kearse to the Burn Prevention Network family as our new Outreach Coordinator for Northeast Pennsylvania! With a strong background in community development and a passion for connecting with others, Channel brings energy and experience to her new role. A Journey Rooted in Community  Channel’s journey to BPN began with […]

As the fire burning on Blue Mountain in Lehigh Township, PA, reminds us, burn bans are more than just rules — they’re crucial measures that help protect our environment, homes, and lives. But what exactly is a burn ban, and why are they so essential? A burn ban is a legal restriction that temporarily prohibits […]

Burn Prevention Network staff, volunteers, campers, and their families are BLOWN AWAY by the outpouring of support of Camp Susquehanna, a program of the Burn Prevention Network which provides in-person summer camp and year-round activities for kids who have been seriously burned. Burn Prevention Network offers this camp experience to children and their families at […]

While tedious paperwork, double-checking numbers, adhering to compliance rules, and meticulously inputting gifts into databases might not seem like the most enjoyable parts of Burn Prevention Network’s mission, we recognize that being financially accountable to donors is crucial to our mission of reducing the risk of burns and empowering burn survivors. BPN staff enjoy watching […]

The Burn Prevention Network (BPN) recently appointed three new members to its board of directors. Those joining the board are Ariel Aballay, MD, FACS – Medical Director of the West Penn Burn Center, Allegheny Health Network; Emily Goldman, MSW, LSW, a burn survivor and social worker; and Vanessa Hartline, Director of Cash Management at PPL […]

Meet the Woelkers Family, where volunteering is a cherished tradition! Mickey and Leo Woelkers have been dedicated volunteers at Camp Susquehanna for many years. Leo, affectionately known as our “Chauffeur,” and Mickey, an integral part of our Fun Squad, imparting knowledge in our science sessions. Leo also serves as a valuable member of the BPN […]

Courage is something that lives in our hearts, not in our minds. If you want proof, talk to Elliye and Miles, two siblings who literally walked through fire to save others. Their story reveals an extraordinary capacity within the human spirit to manifest courage almost beyond comprehension. On the night of January 12th, 2022, their […]

For over two decades, Marcia Levinson, previous director of Burn Prevention Network’s Camp Susquehanna, dedicated herself to a remarkable mission: to foster an environment where young burn survivors could not only find solace and have fun but also learn to enhance their self-image and personal development. Her visionary leadership and unwavering commitment left a lasting […]