A record-breaking Wings for Wags. Three new Business Alliance partners. One new Veteran team ready to ride together. This month’s Mission in Motion is full of the moments that remind us why this mission matters, and the people making every one of them possible. From Eric and his Service Dog Kitty, to the donors and partners carrying our work forward, to the Service Dogs stepping into their next chapter in our College Impact Programs, this edition is a celebration of a season

One new placement. One new story of what a Service Dog can do. This month's Mission in Motion celebrates Eli and Idexx, a new Autism Program team already changing daily life for their family. Alongside their story, we are honoring September as Service Dog Month, welcoming a class of new arrivals to the program, thanking the community volunteers and whelping hosts making it all possible, and celebrating the outings, birthdays, and everyday moments that shape our future Service

Four new placements. Four new stories of what a Service Dog can do. This month's Mission in Motion is full of the moments your support makes possible, from Paige and Copper to Roman and Kita, Lexi and Holland, and Matthew and Hansen.

What does preparation look like? Sometimes it is a puppy taking her first taste of solid food. Sometimes it is a Service Dog moving from one training stage to the next. Sometimes it is a child stepping into calm because a trained partner is finally by his side.

What does freedom look like? Sometimes it is a Veteran walking into a crowded room with a steady partner at his side.

What does it look like when a Service Dog changes a life? Sometimes it's a Veteran finally getting a full night's sleep. Sometimes it's the moment a partner steps in before a hard moment takes hold. In this month's Mission in Motion, we're sharing two new Veteran placements, the partnership shaping a future Service Dog named Penny, and the everyday moments that prove your support is working.

What does it look like when a Service Dog changes a life? Sometimes it’s a child finding the confidence to keep going. Sometimes it’s a new team stepping into the world together for the first time. In this month’s Mission in Motion, we’re sharing powerful stories of new beginnings, meaningful impact, and the role you play in making it all possible.

Our March Mission in Motion newsletter is packed with momentum. From an urgent call for more Puppy Raisers to major training milestones, advocacy at the Capitol, and a closer look at life inside our training facilities, you’ll see how lives are moving closer to change every single day.

As we move through the early months of the year, we’re excited to share the progress, stories, and moments that continue to drive our mission forward. The February Mission In Motion newsletter highlights the training, advocacy, and life-changing partnerships made possible through your continued support.

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.

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.

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.

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.