2013 NWA Turkey Trot
The sixth annual 5K run and one-mile Fun Walk race time begins at 8 a.m. at Arvest Ballpark in Springdale. More than 1,000 people are expected to attend. The event is sponsored by Sheep Dog Impact Assistance and the Springdale Police Department. “This is our second biggest fundraiser of the year and could grow into our biggest fundraiser in coming years,” said Sgt. Maj. Lance Nutt, President and Founder of S.D.I.A.
Sheep Dog Hunt 2013
Our first Sheep Dog Hunt, sponsored by Pro Trucks of Siloam Springs, AR, was an amazing experience for all that attended. SDIA and Pro Trucks teamed up to sponsor two Wounded Warrior Sheep Dogs, Cpl Nick Perales and Sgt Jason Shaw, for a three day hunt in northwest Texas. The Pro Trucks and Turkey Creek Ranch team did a phenomenal job entertaining Nick and Jason, along with our two “spoiled” SDIA staff members, John Pope and Ty Shelley, who attended as sponsors.
Super Spartan 2013
Our 2013 Super Spartan Race in central Virginia was an experience not soon to be forgotten by the many Sheep Dogs and supporters that ran the race with us. The camaraderie, challenging Spartan Race, and the gorgeous views of the surrounding Virginia countryside made this one of our most memorable events to date. We could not be more proud of the Sheep Dog/Wounded Warrior members, guests and supporters that ran the race with us. We met some amazing people along the route, and always, the support shown by fellow racers makes these adventure races even more rewarding.
Patriot Day 2013
Join us on Sept 7th in honoring the daily service and sacrifice made by so many of our nations Sheep Dogs. Show your support for our military, law enforcement, fire & rescue, and EMS personnel. Spend the day with your family learning more about the men and women protecting us on a daily basis, use this as an opportunity to say Thank You.
Honoring Our Nation’s Heroes
In a partnership between New Creature and Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA), a special vehicle wrap is being created to honor service members & first responders, past and present, by portraying photos of them on a specially designed vehicle. This vehicle will be on display at multiple SDIA events and community outreach programs throughout the year.
Moore, Ok and St. Louis Disaster Relief Missions
This Spring brought with it several wild tornado outbreaks. Moore and central Oklahoma took the brunt of this seasons storms, with other communities like St. Louis, MO receiving extensive damage as well. In Moore, OK a giant tornado, a mile wide or more, tore through the Oklahoma City suburb, flattening homes and destroying lives. At least 23 people were killed because of this storm. SDIA had teams on the ground in Moore within 24 hours of the the tornado touching down. Three Sheep Dog Chapters & Teams sent personnel and supplies into the community of Moore.
A Memorable Memorial Day Weekend
Flag Planting at national cemeteries on Memorial Day weekend are quickly becoming a proud tradition for the members, volunteers, and supporters of Sheep Dog Impact Assistance. Saturday, May 25th was one of those memorable days, a day of learning and remembering. It is important that we never forget the sacrifice made by so many of our nations finest, and opportunities like this will ensure that we never do.
Disaster Relief in Moore, OK
MOORE, Oklahoma
A giant tornado, a mile wide or more, tore through this Oklahoma City suburb Monday afternoon, flattening homes, flinging cars through the air and crushing at least two schools packed with children.
At least 51 people were killed in the storm, according to a spokesperson for the Oklahoma City medical examiner.
As most of you already know, the events of Monday afternoon leave us devastated as we watch the devastation outside of Oklahoma City unfold. The massive tornadoes that ripped through the city of Moore and the Oklahoma City region have left a community shattered, and in desperate search for faith and loved ones.
SDIA Members Honored for Distinguished Service
Two of our northwest Arkansas members were recently presented with the Distinguished Service Award. This is the highest annual award presented by the Springdale, AR Police Department. SDIA is extremely proud of Detectives Robert Hendrix and Matt Ray for receiving this award. These two Sheep Dogs are a shining example of the good our Law Enforcement men and women perform on a daily basis. Their selfless dedication to duty and community has led to a tremendous amount of success overall for the Springdale Police Dept.
SDIA, Sgt Marshall Kennedy, and Homes for Our Troops
SDIA is teaming up with Homes for Our Troops to support the needs of Sgt Marshall Kennedy and his beautiful family. We will be helping with the landscaping plan for Sgt Marshall Kennedy’s home in Farmington, AR and need your help. Join Homes for Our Troops and the SDIA Team on May 18, 2013 to help spread mulch, install sod and clean the interior of this home.