In the January 2026 Mission in Motion  newsletter, you’ll see how your support continues to guide our Service Dogs’ journeys and transform lives. We are thankful to share these stories with you.

Explore our December Newsletter for heartwarming placement stories, exciting training updates, and this year’s Giving Tuesday results. You will also find important year-end giving opportunities and see how your generosity continues to change lives as we close out 2025.

Retrieving Freedom is excited to celebrate the success of Matt and his Service Dog, Zander, who have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a placed team.

This year’s Giving Tuesday was an extraordinary demonstration of what this community can accomplish together. Thanks to your kindness and support, we raised $11,344 in individual gifts , along with an additional $2,500 through generous matches provided by an anonymous donor. Our final Giving Tuesday total is $13,844. . Every dollar raised goes directly toward training and placing Service Dogs for Veterans with disabilities and children with autism. These partnerships bring st

The roar of engines and the spirit of community came together once again as the historic State Fair Speedway celebrated its 9th consecutive year of racing for a cause. With more than 3,500 fans filling the stands, organizers Larry McCown and Randy Combs were proud to dedicate the 2025 race to the memory of Barbara Hayden, honoring her years of support for the Missouri State Fair and her unwavering dedication to preserving the legacy of Sedalia dirt track racing. Since its rev

Retrieving Freedom is honored to share the incredible impact of BTC Bank’s Mascot Debit Card Program.

Retrieving Freedom is thrilled to share the exciting news that Braxton and his Service Dog, Elton, are now officially a placed team!

November is a season of gratitude, and we’re thankful for the continued support that fuels our mission. This month, we’re sharing exciting training updates, community events, and stories that show the impact of your generosity.

Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate another incredible milestone. Daniel and his Service Dog, Wrangler, have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a working team! Since joining Daniel’s family, Wrangler has quickly proven to be a blessing in every way. He is fitting right in on the Avegalio farm, where life is full of energy, laughter, and plenty of animal friends. Wrangler has bonded closely with Daniel’s kids, who absolutely adore him, and he has also

Retrieving Freedom is thrilled to announce that Norah and her Service Dog, Porter, have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a placed team! Before Porter came into her life, Norah often found daily routines and outings overwhelming. Attending her big sister’s volleyball games, for example, wasn’t possible. Now, with Porter by her side, Norah can participate in those moments—feeling calm, confident, and supported. Porter loves being near her, and Norah finds

This fall, our team celebrated a very special moment in our in-house breeding program. Gretta’s maternity shoot in October  captured her calm, loving spirit and the excitement surrounding the new life she was about to bring into the world. These photos marked the beginning of a journey that would soon grow our mission in the most heartwarming way. A Beautiful Arrival Shortly after her maternity shoot, Gretta welcomed eight beautiful and healthy puppies , and we could not be m

Retrieving Freedom is proud to celebrate a wonderful milestone— Hudson and his Service Dog, Fiji, have officially passed their Public Access Test and are now a placed team! From the moment they met, it was clear Hudson and Fiji shared something special. The two quickly bonded over their love of watching trucks and trains—two of Hudson’s favorite things—and have become inseparable ever since. Whether exploring together or taking on everyday routines, Fiji has been by Hudson’s

Retrieving Freedom, Inc. recently took center stage on American Dream TV , as host Cindy Curd  visited the Sedalia, Missouri campus to learn how this life-changing organization trains Service Dogs for Veterans with disabilities  and children with autism . From the moment Cindy arrived, she was greeted by wagging tails, heartfelt stories, and a mission that reaches far beyond the kennels. Freedom Through Retrievers CEO Brandon Butler  shared how the organization began with a s

Explore RFI’s October 2025 Newsletter. This month we’re celebrating Thea and her new Service Dog, Skittle, sharing important training updates, a special note from Brandon, and much more.

Retrieving Freedom is thrilled to announce the new partnership of Thea and her Service Dog, Skittle. From the very beginning, it was clear these two were meant to be together.

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Retrieving Freedom, Inc. is excited to welcome Ottens Outdoor Power Equipment as our newest Platinum Business Alliance Member. With a generous pledge of $100,000, Ottens is helping us train, care for, and place Service Dogs with Veterans with disabilities and children with autism.

The 6th Annual Wings for Wags was a night to remember. Thanks to overwhelming community support, Retrieving Freedom raised more than $34,000, officially breaking all previous event records.

Explore RFI’s September 2025 Newsletter. Meet Opal and Cory in our latest placement, see a leadership update on Kyle Cory-Yaeggi, and find tour dates for third Tuesday demonstrations in Sedalia and Waverly. Preview the Duck Call Auction and Wings for Wags, check our Amazon Wish List, and explore our new website to see how your support changes lives.

In a powerful demonstration of commitment to community and service, CFM Insurance has officially joined Retrieving Freedom’s Business Alliance as a Platinum Member, marking a new chapter in their mission to give