We extend our deepest gratitude for your unwavering support of the Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs.

Your dedication and generosity—along with the incredible efforts of our volunteers and donors—continue to move our mission forward each day. With your support, we are able to enhance the lives of people who are blind, have low vision, or are living with disabilities beyond blindness.

As a token of our appreciation, we are pleased to invite you and your loved ones to this year’s Recognition Day at The Rinx at Hauppauge. This special event is our way of celebrating you, your family, and the remarkable dogs who make our work possible. Due to the exciting construction of our new building, this year’s celebration will be held off campus.

We hope you will join us for a fun and memorable day together. The event will include free ice skating, a special lunch, and a variety of activities for children, making it a wonderful opportunity for everyone to enjoy.

Thank you for your continued support, enthusiasm, and commitment to our mission. We are truly grateful and look forward to celebrating with you.

Warm regards,

John Miller
President and Chief Executive Officer

 

Activities

ALL LIONS CLUB MEMBERS SHOULD ARRIVE AT 9:00AM
Lions ceremony to begin at 10:00AM

Golf carts available to shuttle guests

Registration & Lunch Begins:

11:00 a.m.   
 

Activities Include:

  • Recognition Ceremony
  • Ice skating from 12:30 pm - 2:30 pm
  • Community Vendor Tents
  • Children's Activities

Parking Information

Both lots E and F are allocated for Guide Dog Foundation and America's VetDogs volunteers and employees. Golf carts will be made available for those who need additional support getting to and from the event space and the parking lots. 



RSVP:

Please RSVP by May 15, 2026 only if you can attend - CLICK HERE TO RSVP 

 Please email Jennifer.Friedman@GuideDog.org with questions.

Please note: Only active program dogs are allowed.

No personal pets, please.
*If it is a warm day, older dogs or young puppies might not be able to cope with the crowds and heat.