Retrieving Freedom, Inc.

11/29/2025

Hey St. Louis friends!

Make plans to stop by The Holiday Boutique at Saint Justin Martyr Catholic Church on Wednesday, November 20, starting at 5:30 PM!

Meet Roxy and Lola, two remarkable young girls who spent their summer creating beautiful handmade bracelets to support Retrieving Freedom, Inc. Every bracelet sold helps train and place Service Dogs for Veterans with disabilities and children with autism—at no cost to their families.

In their words:
“We chose to support Retrieving Freedom because we believe in the amazing bond between people and animals... Our goal is to show that even as students, we can make a big impact through kindness, creativity, and compassion.”

Shop, show your support, and witness the power of compassion in action. 💙🐾

11/28/2025

As you shop this Black Friday, we hope you will keep Retrieving Freedom in mind.

Many of the supplies our dogs and facilities use every day can be purchased directly through our Amazon Wish List, and items can be shipped straight to us. Your support helps us continue training and placing Service Dogs with Veterans with disabilities and children with autism at no cost to the families we serve.

Every item makes a difference for our dogs in training.
Thank you for supporting our mission.

Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HYDD1XEG0LMK/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

11/27/2025

This Thanksgiving, our hearts are full.

Every trained Service Dog, every successful placement, and every life changed is possible because of you. Our supporters, volunteers, donors, and community partners make this mission a reality. Your generosity allows us to provide Service Dogs to Veterans with disabilities and children with autism at no cost to the families we serve.

Today, we say thank you.
🦃 Thank you for believing in this mission.
🦃 Thank you for cheering on our dogs.
🦃 Thank you for helping create hope.

Happy Thanksgiving from all of us at Retrieving Freedom.

11/25/2025

Save the date for Giving Tuesday. This annual day of generosity plays an important role in helping Retrieving Freedom train and place Service Dogs for Veterans with disabilities and children with autism.

Service Dogs require more than two years of specialized training, expert care, and ongoing support before they are ready to be placed at no cost to our clients. Your support helps us reach more individuals who are waiting for a life-changing partnership.

Mark your calendar and join us for a powerful day of impact.

You can give today and start the momentum at retrievingfreedom.org/giving-tuesday

11/24/2025

Black Friday is almost here, and SDiT Lasso wants to remind you that giving can be just as fun as getting.

As you make your holiday shopping plans, consider supporting Retrieving Freedom by picking up an item from our Amazon Wish List. These supplies help dogs like Lasso learn, grow, and prepare for their future work with Veterans with disabilities and children with autism.

Every gift, big or small, makes an impact.
Thank you for keeping our mission in mind this season.

Amazon Wish List: https://www.amazon.com/hz/wishlist/ls/HYDD1XEG0LMK/ref=hz_ls_biz_ex

11/22/2025

Racing for a Cause: Thank You, State Fair Speedway

We are grateful to State Fair Speedway for choosing Retrieving Freedom as the beneficiary of this year’s charity race and for their generous $1,000 donation in support of our mission.

This year’s race was dedicated to Barbara Hayden, honoring her longstanding commitment to the Missouri State Fair and Sedalia’s dirt track community. With more than 3,500 fans in attendance, the event continued its tradition of bringing people together for a meaningful cause.

Thank you to the Speedway organizers, sponsors, and the volunteers who supported us during the event. Your generosity helps us continue placing Service Dogs with Veterans with disabilities and children with autism at no cost to the families we serve.

Read more about this generous donation at: retrievingfreedom.org/post/state-fair-speedway-donates-to-rfi

11/20/2025

Thank you, Real America Media Foundation
We were honored to welcome the Real America Media Foundation to our November Open House Tour. During their visit, they generously donated $500 to support the training and placement of Service Dogs for Veterans with disabilities and children with autism.

We are grateful for their commitment to our mission and for helping create life-changing partnerships that bring independence, confidence, and hope to the people we serve.
Thank you for making a meaningful difference.

11/17/2025

$18,981 Raised for RFI

A huge thank you to the BTC Bank customers who support Retrieving Freedom through the Mascot Debit Card Program. Over the past year, more than 250,000 swipes were made with the Retrieving Freedom card, with 7.5 cents from every swipe helping fund our mission to place Service Dogs with Veterans with disabilities and children with autism.

The check was presented at the Sedalia Area Chamber of Commerce breakfast, and we are incredibly grateful for every customer who chose a card that gives back.

Want your own custom debit card that supports RFI with every purchase?
Learn more at retrievingfreedom.org/debit-card

Pictured: Brandon Butler (RFI CEO), Laura Erganian (RFI Community Relations Specialist), Gena Strathman (BTC Sedalia Branch Manager), Sara Meek (BTC Assistant Marketing Director), Cindy Peck (BTC Sedalia Branch Coordinator), Ashlyn Snyder (RFI Program Coordinator), SDiT Forrest, and Wendy Loges (BTC Chief of Strategic Growth & Public Affairs).

11/15/2025

Meet Brian and his Service Dog, Roulette!
This incredible team works side by side through every adventure, from life on the farm to road trips in the RV. Roulette has quickly become part of the family and is even getting ready to set sail on her very first cruise.

Together, they show how Service Dogs bring comfort, confidence, and independence to the lives of those they serve. 💛🐾

Read their story and support more partnerships like Brian and Roulette’s: retrievingfreedom.org

11/13/2025

In honor of World Kindness Day, we’re sharing a story that reminds us what kindness in action truly looks like.

When Norah was matched with her Service Dog, Porter, her world began to open up in ways her family once thought impossible. Porter now joins her everywhere, from speech therapy and school assemblies to her sisters’ volleyball games, bringing comfort, calm, and confidence with every step.

Her mom shared, “Simply put, he makes every part of her day better and easier.”

This is the power of compassion, connection, and the incredible impact a Service Dog can make.

Read more about Norah and Porter here: https://www.retrievingfreedom.org/post/norah-and-porter-a-life-changing-partnership

11/11/2025

This Veterans Day, we’re celebrating Braxton and his Service Dog, Elton.

Braxton, a proud Veteran, knew firsthand the difference a Service Dog can make. After training his first Service Dog, Niko, on his own, Braxton recognized it was time to find his next partner when Niko began to slow down. He reached out to Retrieving Freedom to continue the journey toward greater independence and stability.

When Braxton met Elton, the bond was instant. The two have become an incredible team, and Elton has even become best friends with Niko. Watching Elton step into his new role with enthusiasm and heart has been inspiring.

A heartfelt thank-you to Chive Charities for their generosity in helping make this placement possible. Partnerships like Braxton and Elton’s remind us what our mission is all about — honoring Veterans by giving them the tools and support they deserve.

Read more and support placements like these at https://www.retrievingfreedom.org/post/braxton-and-elton

11/11/2025

It’s almost dinner time, and we’ve got the perfect plan for your meal!

Join us today for the Veterans Day Pizza Hut Fundraiser in K**b Noster. From 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM, 20% of your order will go directly to support Retrieving Freedom, Inc. and their mission to provide Service Dogs at no cost to Veterans and children with autism.

Dine-in, carry-out, or delivery—all you have to do is mention Retrieving Freedom when you order.

📍 552 N State St, K**b Noster, MO
🕓 4:00 PM – 8:00 PM
🔗 https://www.groupraise.com/events/314354

A simple dinner can make a meaningful difference. Grab your pizza, honor our Veterans, and help support a mission that changes lives.

Commit to Eat in support of Retrieving Freedom, Inc at Pizza Hut on Nov 11