October 2025 marked a turning point for seven remarkable service dogs… After months of training and transformation, they found their forever partners—and we celebrated their new beginnings with a moving graduation at Zionsville Town Hall. The room was filled with gratitude, goodbyes, and the promise of lives forever changed.

From decades of silence to a life renewed with purpose, Air Force Veteran Thomas Hutchings found healing, hope, and connection—thanks to a service dog named Billy.

From milk routes to paw prints, this inspiring story traces a family legacy of service—now carried forward by Stoops Freightliner–Western Star and a four-legged trainee named Bob.

Jeff, a former ICAN handler at the Correctional Industrial Facility, shares how the program empowered him to embrace a life of service and transformation.

In a heartwarming tribute to Fort Wayne’s “people’s mayor,” a yellow Labrador puppy named Henry begins his journey as a service dog—carrying forward Tom Henry’s legacy of compassion, community, and lifelong service.

At DOZ, accounting is just the beginning—this purpose-driven firm channels its heart into philanthropy, empowering employees to serve, give, and uplift communities nationwide. From sponsoring service dogs and ICAN events, DOZ proves that when business meets compassion, the impact is unforgettable.

This October, ICAN’s Fall Team Training at Pendleton Correctional Facility marks the beginning of life-changing partnerships between service dogs and their new handlers. You can help make this transformative week unforgettable by donating gift cards that provide meals, travel, and essential supplies for the teams as they embark on their journey together.

When Anne Greenfield met her ICAN service dogs Tygh and later Louie, she gained more than assistance—she found strength, freedom, and unconditional love. Their extraordinary bond proves that sometimes the greatest support comes on four paws and with a heart full of devotion.

When chronic pain left John Rowe isolated and struggling, a yellow Labrador named Terri stepped in—not just as a service dog, but as a lifeline. Discover how their extraordinary bond, forged through ICAN’s unique training program, turned everyday challenges into moments of hope and independence.

At ICAN, a special group of dogs known as Ambassador Dogs, are playing an important role in spreading the life-changing mission of the organization throughout the community.  

A regal Yellow Labrador named Royal is transforming the halls of Ira Jones Middle School in in Plainfield, Illinois.

Heart of the Mission is ICAN’s monthly giving program—and it’s so much more than a donation. It's your opportunity to make a meaningful, year-round impact on the lives of Indiana children, adults, and Veterans living with disabilities, as well as incarcerated individuals working to change their futures. 

Lori and Bill Sonner, operating partners of DeBrand Fine Chocolates of Indianapolis, recently had an unforgettable experience—reuniting with ICAN Toffee, the incredible service dog they once sponsored, and meeting her client, Emily. It was a heartwarming moment that brought their journey full circle, showcasing the profound impact of their support in a truly meaningful way.

At ICAN, every service dog embarks on their journey with purpose—one that begins even before birth. As part of our dedicated breeding program, ICAN dogs are carefully nurtured to ensure they grow into healthy, high-quality service animals, ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of Hoosiers in need.

We're thrilled to share that four of our amazing service dogs in training have officially found their FURever partners as of April 2025!

To celebrate this milestone, a formal graduation ceremony was held at Zionsville Town Hall, where volunteers and sponsors had the special opportunity to see these incredible dogs one last time—dogs whose leashes they supported along the way.

ICAN's "Puppy Love Year-Round" program is bringing joy to workplaces like The National Bank of Indianapolis. Heartwarming visits from service dogs-in-training help employees relax and connect, while supporting a mission that transforms lives.

A few months after ICAN client Jeff was partnered with his psychiatric service dog Nana, he reconnected with Nana’s former sponsors, Rebecca Bolon and David Padrick. Having generously supported Nana during her two years of training, they were delighted to witness the positive impact she has had on Jeff’s life.

Over a year after ICAN client Michelle was paired with her facility dog Max, a touching reunion took place with Max’s former sponsor, ParkIndy. Having generously supported Max throughout his two years of training, ParkIndy was thrilled to see the remarkable difference he has made in the lives of participants at Outside the Box.

Fifteen months after ICAN client Kevin was matched with his service dog Dolly, they had a heartfelt reunion with Dolly's former sponsors, Lynn and Joe Newkirk. The Newkirks had generously supported Dolly during her two years of training and were overjoyed to witness the profound impact she had made on Kevin's life.

In 2023, Amy Johnson and her family had recently lost their beloved dog, Harrison, after 13 years together. Amy knew she wasn’t ready to get another pet dog, but she missed the presence of a dog in her home. That’s when her coworker suggested she look into volunteering with ICAN. After some research, Amy knew she wanted to start volunteering right away.