NOW FORMING: SDIA Disaster Response Mission Quick Reaction Force (QRF)
SDIA is forming a Disaster Response Mission Quick Reaction Force and seeking experienced leaders to support deployments nationwide.
Heroes Ranch Launches On-Site Equine Arena
SDIA launches its on-site Equine Engagement Center at Heroes Ranch, expanding Warrior PATHH and creating more time for healing and post-traumatic growth.
Get Off the Couch in January: Community, Courage, and a Really Good Burger 🍔🔥
January is already proving that local impact happens when good people show up and sometimes when they show up hungry.
A Burger With a Mission at Spark's Burger Co.
This month, Spark’s Burger Co. rolled out a special January burger, the Get Off the Couch Burger, and it is doing more than satisfying cravings. With its bold roasted jalapeño and onion spread, it is a flavor-forward reminder that community support can be delicious.
Even better, 20% of the proceeds from this burger go directly to support Sheep Dog Impact Assistance local activities. That means every bite helps Veterans and First Responders get off the couch and back into purpose, connection, and continued service.
👉 Pro tip: This burger is only available through the end of January, so consider this your official nudge.
Ambassador Spotlight: Leading From the Front
Local impact like this does not happen by accident. It happens because Ambassadors step up, rally partners, and...
Continued Service in Northwest Arkansas: Volunteers Needed for Young Marines Program
A local youth mentorship program in Northwest Arkansas needs volunteers to continue serving at-risk youth. Learn how Continued Service can make an impact close to home.
Meet the Team: Welcoming New Faces to the SDIA National Staff
Meet the newest members of the Sheep Dog Impact Assistance National Staff. Learn how these leaders are expanding support for Veterans, First Responders, and their families nationwide.
2025 Impact Report: How Sheep Dog Impact Assistance Is Building Post-Traumatic Growth in 2026
As we step into a new year, Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) is reflecting on a monumental 2025 and looking ahead with purpose, clarity, and momentum.
This past year was defined by action, connection, and measurable healing. From Outdoor Adventures to Warrior PATHH, from continued service to leadership development, SDIA continued its mission to help our nation’s Veterans and First Responders Get Off The Couch™ and rediscover purpose through peer-driven connection.
2025: A Year of Growth, Service, and Measurable Impact
In 2025, SDIA served thousands of Sheep Dogs across the country through programs designed to restore belonging, confidence, and direction after trauma.
Our core programs continued to expand:
Outdoor Adventures, reconnecting participants with camaraderie, nature, and themselves
Warrior PATHH, guiding Sheep Dogs from post-traumatic stress toward post-traumatic growth
Continued Service and Disaster Response, empowering Sheep Dogs to keep serving their communities
Heroes Ranch,...
Merry Christmas from Heroes Ranch
From all of us at Heroes Ranch and Sheep Dog Impact Assistance, we wish you a Merry Christmas filled with peace, warmth, and renewed purpose.
Give the Gift of Warrior PATHH
Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) is a national nonprofit dedicated to engaging, assisting, and empowering veterans and first responders through Outdoor Adventures, Warrior PATHH, Continued Service, and family-focused programming, all grounded in Post-Traumatic Growth.
Sheep Dog of the Year Award: Honoring Extraordinary Service
Each year, Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) proudly recognizes individuals who exemplify the very best of service, sacrifice, and leadership through the Sheep Dog of the Year Award. This prestigious honor celebrates military members, veterans, and first responders who have gone above and beyond in service to their communities and their country.
The Sheep Dog of the Year Award is more than recognition for a single moment of heroism. While extraordinary incidents are considered, special emphasis is placed on a sustained record of character, commitment, and impact throughout a career.
What It Means to Be a Sheep Dog
A “Sheep Dog” is someone who willingly steps forward when others step back. These are individuals who protect, serve, and lead with courage, often at great personal cost. The Sheep Dog of the Year Award honors those who embody SDIA’s core mission to Engage, Assist, and Empower our nation’s heroes and inspire others to do the same.
Award...
💻 CYBER WEEK SALE: Shop, Save & Support Our Nation’s Heroes!
Whoops… we missed Cyber Monday, so now you get CYBER WEEK!That means 30% OFF all Sheep Dog Impact Assistance (SDIA) gear through Friday, December 12!
This is your chance to grab the perfect Christmas gifts for the Sheep Dogs in your life, and every purchase helps support veterans and first responders across the nation.
🛒 Shop Now: https://shop.sheepdogia.org
🎁 Gifts That Give Back
From hoodies and tees to hats, patches, and tumblers, your SDIA gear isn’t just apparel; it’s a statement.Every item sold directly supports Sheep Dog Impact Assistance programs, including:
🏔 Outdoor Adventures that get veterans and first responders off the couch and back into purpose.
💪 Warrior PATHH, a proven post-traumatic growth program that helps turn struggle into strength.
🐴 Heroes Ranch projects, including our new Equine Arena for therapy and training.
💖 HomeFront, empowering spouses and families to grow alongside their Sheep Dogs.
So when you check out with your favorite new gear, you’re also fueling real...