Celebrate a Journey. Honor a Legacy. Support What’s Next.
Phoenix Society for Burn Survivors invites you to celebrate the burn survivor journey of Howard Tellepsen and honor his legacy with a gift supporting survivors and their loved ones.
About Phoenix RISE
As part of the 2026 Phoenix RISE Awards, celebrating Resilience, Inspiration, Support, and Empowerment, Phoenix Society will honor the journeys of Howard Tellepsen and Kechi Okwuchi and recognize their dedication to the burn survivor community.
For more than five decades, Howard’s story has shown resilience, leadership, and a strong commitment to giving back. As one of Houston’s most prominent business and philanthropic leaders, his impact goes beyond his own experience, helping to strengthen community and support others on their path.
Phoenix RISE will also launch Phoenix Society’s 50th Anniversary Year, celebrating five decades of connection, community, and support for those affected by burn injury.
Honor Howard & Make an Impact
In recognition of Howard’s journey and legacy, we invite you to make a gift in his honor to support Phoenix Society’s mission. Your donation ensures burn survivors and their loved ones can access resources, peer support, and community, not just in the early days after injury but throughout their lifetime.
Because of you, more survivors will find connection when they feel isolated, support when they need it most, and a community that understands.
Interested in sponsoring the event? Please contact Rick Suhrbier at rsuhrbier@phoenix-society.org.