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.

June 21st at 7:30am and 9am - CrossFit for the People, 24A Lishakill Rd, Albany

Get pumped and start the day with a friendly group of people! Bring your family, friends, co-workers and other like-minded people for a great way to get ready for your day. Two sessions - at 7:30am and at 9am on June 21st. Be there or be square. Thank you for your continued support!

August 2nd (Rain Date 9th) - 10am - KSU at 12pm - Brunswick Harley-Davidson

Please join us for our 5th annual PTS & Service Dog Awareness motorcycle ride at Brunswick Harley Davidson. You will be able to enjoy vendors, entertainment and we will have lunch and raffles at our end destination. You will support a Veterans & First Responders program that improves the lives of humans, as well as shelter dogs. Our Vendors are either Veteran owned businesses, benefitting Veterans or dogs. Ride and or stop by backing a worthy cause that supports your local community. Thank you.

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.

May 27th - Joseph L. Bruno Stadium - Troy

Take the family out to the ballpark for an enjoyable game of baseball and support mental health for our community. Stop by the Ibi Semper vendor table for information on Service Dogs and mental health.

May 31st at 9am to 4:30pm - Celtic Hall, 430 New Karner Rd, Albany

This conference creates opportunities for women Veterans to connect, engage and grow by providing resources, building relationships and support.

May 31st - June 1st - Chestertown, NY

This year we have two days of funky time with the Adirondack Woof Stock for a great family event with lots of animals and activities. Stop by our table and possibly meet one of our dog teams.

June 4th from 9am to 2pm - Albany Legislative Office

This event features a woman veteran resolution and recognition in the Assembly Chamber, program with keynote speaker, vendors, and lunch.

June 7th from 11am to 7pm - Colonie Center

Concluding National Pet Appreciation Week (PAW) June 1-7, 2025, at Colonie Center, shop with your pet June 7th, 2025! Show your pup some love and take them for a little getaway to Colonie Center. Stop by the Ibi Semper vendor table and get your treat bags (while supplies last) from other event vendors. Several tenants throughout the mall will have pet treats and watering stations.

June 7th - 2pm to 5pm - HVCC - Bulmer Center Auditorium

Sonya Ward, Founder & Trainer for Ibi Semper Training, Inc., will facilitate a PTSD Workshop and explain the services she provides for free to Vets & First Responders. Some of her graduates, with their Service Dogs, will be present. The Workshop also includes the viewing of a documentary, “By My Side.” It has appeared in 40+ film festivals, won 10 awards, and has had over 25 community screenings! Also, Andrew S. Berry, Ph.D., Psy.D., ABPP - a subject matter expert on PTSD - will give a riveting one hour presentation followed by a Panel Discussion with other local resource providers. A boxed meal will be provided and a special Tour of The Wall That Heals will be conducted. Registration is required.

June 28th - Central Park - Schenectady

Hosted by Patriot Hills of NY, this event is a community favorite with lots of activities, music, vendors and more for the whole family.

July 13th - 16th, 2025 - 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 Tuesday, July 15-16, 2025, at the St. Charles Convention Center in St. Louis, Missouri. This year, we are also including seminars & workshops prior to our conference. A 1-day Cynopraxic Training Principles Seminar with Steven Lindsay will take place on Sunday, Jul 13, 2025, and on Monday, July 14, 2025, there will be a Mental Health First Aid Workshop & Pet Tech Dog CPR & First Aid Certification.