Empowering Burn Survivors and Families Scholarship

Burn Survivors of New England (BSONE), a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, is proud to offer partial and full scholarships to attend the 2025 Phoenix World Burn Congress (WBC)—the world’s largest gathering for burn survivors, families, and professionals. This transformative event fosters healing, connection, and empowerment through shared experiences, workshops, and peer support.

If you are a burn survivor or caregiver who resides in New England, this scholarship would help you take the next step in your recovery journey.

Scholarship Details: Who Can Apply

To qualify, applicants must meet the following criteria:

Be a burn survivor, parent of a burn survivor, or family member/caregiver actively involved in the survivor’s recovery. First-time attendees will be given preference.
Reside in New England (scholarships are not available to applicants outside New England or the U.S.).
Have been treated overnight in a burn center.
Be 18 years of age or older.

Additional notes:

A REAL ID and credit/debit card are required to apply (used for hotel incidentals not covered by the scholarship).
Caregivers accompanying burn survivors must complete their own application and meet all eligibility requirements.

Scholarship Packages

Full Scholarship Package

Flight: Round-trip airfare to/from Cincinnati/Northern Kentucky Airport (CVG).
Hotel: Three -night stay at a nearby hotel.
Registration: Early bird registration for the Phoenix WBC

Partial Scholarship Package

Registration only: Early bird conference registration (Travel, lodging, and incidental expenses are not included)

Application Requirements

To apply, applicants must:

Complete the BSONE Scholarship Application form (downloadable below).
Submit all required documentation, including:
1. Copy of a valid REAL ID.
2. Doctor’s clearance for travel (if the burn injury occurred within the last two years or physical therapy is ongoing).
3. Article submission (first time and returning attendees): A 125-250 word reflection. See article submission guide.
4. Signed consent and liability waivers.
Ensure that caregivers traveling with the recipient submit their own application.

Article Submission Guide

Introduction: Briefly introduce yourself:

Who you are (burn survivor, caregiver, family member, etc.).
Where you’re from and your connection to the burn survivor community.

Your Burn Experience: Share your story:

How did the burn injury happen?
How has the experience impacted your life or the life of your loved one (physically, emotionally, or socially)?
What challenges have you faced during recovery or caregiving?

Why You Want to Attend the Phoenix WBC: Why attending this conference is important to you:

What do you hope to learn or achieve?
Are there specific workshops, peer support groups, or activities you are interested in?
How do you think the experience will help you in your recovery or caregiving journey?

Your Goals After Attending: Reflect on how you plan to use what you learned?

Will you bring new knowledge or hope back to your local community?
How do you plan to use this opportunity to grow or support others?

Closing

End with a hopeful and positive message about your excitement for the opportunity.

How to Apply

Download and complete the scholarship application using the link below.

Mail your completed application, along with all required documentation, to:

Burn Survivors of New England
C/O Scholarship Committee
PO Box 541535
Waltham, MA 02454

Application Deadline

All applications must be postmarked by May 1, 2025.

Why Attend the Phoenix World Burn Congress?

Held from November 12–14, 2025, at the Northern Kentucky Convention Center, this life-changing event brings together burn survivors, families, and professionals to share experiences and foster healing.

Learn more about the event at the Phoenix World Burn Congress Website.

Download the Application

Click below to download the BSONE Scholarship Application.

Burn Survivors of New England is committed to supporting, empowering, and building active and engaged lives of burn survivors and their families.

Empowering Burn Survivors and Families Scholarship

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