Fundraisers & Events

Available Now Until Supplies Last - Sneak Peek Here

The first edition of the IST “Feasts & Flavors Collection of Recipes” Cookbook has been released. Filled with favorite recipes of Veterans, First-Responders, friends and supporters of IST are a reflection of who we are at IST. Because it takes a village to support each other, and no one can do it all alone. Some of the photos included are of IST teams and their rescue dogs. This cookbook is now available to the public for $10 each for purchase. Please contact ibisempertraining@gmail.com to order yours before supplies run out.

The Ibi Semper Cookbook, Volume 2 is here with 108 pages full of recipes, photos of our dog teams, a full page of favorite book recommendations, as well as a couple of pages with dog recipes. We have expanded our partnerships to support our teams, which means even more wonderful family favorites. Get your book for $20 each before they are gone. You can order by emailing ibisempertraining@gmail.com with the number of books, your contact information and method of payment. We accept credit cards, Venmo and PayPal. Thank you for your support for our Service Dog teams.

November 8th at 6pm - Brunswick Elks Lodge, 665 Brunswick Rd, Troy

Doors open at 6pm, event starts at 6:30pm until 9pm.

Our last fundraiser for 2025 is WOOF WARRIORS Trivia Night! Please join us for a very fun evening at the Brunswick Elks Lodge with family, friends or co-workers. You can join an existing group and register as an individual for $20 or sign up as a team of 5-6 people for $100. Pre-registration with team names and number of participants is highly recommended prior to the event at ibisempertraining@gmail.com.

November 15th at 8:30am to 4pm - Albany Law School

During this event, Veterans will be able to speak to local attorneys for free limited-scope counseling, gain access to valuable resources and enjoy a complimentary meal. Please register at https://bit.ly/42zeltu or email kgregory@albanylaw.org

November 16th at 12pm to 4pm - Rotterdam Elks Lodge #2157

Free to attend. Military Veteran Service Organizations & Agencies will be setting up tables to share information & resources available. Speakers: Peter and Zach Clouse, Major General Fergal Foley (Retired), Major Denise Sherman (Retired) and Andrew “Doc” Berry, APA Fellow. Please bring canned goods and personal care items or gently used coats. Ibi Semper will be tabling from 2-4pm

November 16th at 9am to 1pm - Saratoga-Wilton Elks Lodge #161 - 1 Elks Lane

Saratoga-Wilton Elks #161 will host a Stand-Down for Veterans at our lodge. Exhibitors will provide free Haircuts, Medical/Dental screening, Veterans benefits, Food, Clothing, Toiletries, Housing opportunities, Financial Assistance, and much more. Event is for all veterans, Veteran Networking, and the Community that supports Veterans.

For more information, please call Dom Dominguez: 808-352-6477.

July 2026 - St. Louis, MO

The annual conference consists of two full days of conference formatting for administrative, veterans & first responders, mental health & dog training tracks. Join us July 2026, at the St. Charles Convention Center in St. Louis, Missouri. This year, we are also including seminars & workshops prior to our conference.