2026 Thomas Carmody Christmas School Scholarships

The IBRBS Scholarship Committee is proud to announce the 2026 application availability for the Thomas Carmody Christmas School Scholarship. Named in memory of our dedicated long-time Membership Officer, Tom Carmody, these scholarships serve as a premier member benefit to help you grow and refine your skills as a professional Christmas character. Each year, the committee…

IBRBS Annual Report

The Board of Directors is pleased to share the Annual Report for the October 1, 2024 – September 30, 2025 fiscal year. An Annual Report is an organization’s report to its members, describing its activities and finances. In this Annual Report, you will find highlights of what IBRBS accomplished during FY24-25, a report of its…

2026 Election Ballots have been sent

Voting for your Board of Directors is one of the most important benefits of IBRBS membership, with your voice shaping this organization. Our Bylaws state the Election Committee is responsible for publishing and distributing Ballots to the membership, and ultimately reporting the results of the vote to the Board of Directors. For 2026, seven candidates…

Here are your 2026 Candidates for the IBRBS Board of Directors

Voting for your Board of Directors is one of the most important benefits of IBRBS membership, with your voice shaping this organization. Our Bylaws state the Election Committee is responsible for publishing and distributing Ballots to the membership, and ultimately reporting the results of the vote to the Board of Directors and membership. For 2026, seven candidates are running for one of four…

2025 Insurance and Background Checks Are Available!

Stay connected with the world’s largest community of Santas, Mrs. Clauses, Elves, and Christmas professionals. By renewing now, you’ll secure access to two levels of top-notch entertainer’s liability insurance ($2M or $4M coverage), as well as optional riders to cover assistants, other characters, and costumes and props, plus several included coverages. We’re pleased to share no increase in premiums from the 2024-2025…

Mentor Moments: Learn and Grow…Let Knowledge Flow

IBRBS is pleased to meet members’ request for education with a NEW benefit: Mentor Moments – exceptional training exclusively available to IBRBS members. Mentor Moments fosters growth, collaboration, and skill-building through online sessions that are both interactive and enriching.  Mentor Moments is a monthly online session (January-October) led by a respected Christmas educator who shares…