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Serving Veterans.
Building Community.
Saving Lives.

Freedom System exists to reduce Veteran suicide through camaraderie, purpose, and meaningful connection.

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About FreedomSystem.org

Learn about our mission, our story, and the community behind FreedomSystem.org.

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Our Story

How FreedomSystem.org began and why the mission continues.

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Mission & Vision

The purpose and direction that guide our work.

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Leadership

Meet the team helping move the mission forward.

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Board of Directors

Meet the board serving and stewarding the organization.

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Financial Transparency

See how your support is stewarded responsibly.

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Partners

Meet the Veteran nonprofits and civilian partners working alongside our mission.

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Every event is an opportunity to connect, serve, and strengthen the Veteran community. Find your next opportunity to get involved.

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4 Vets by Vets – Peer to Peer Group

Tuesday, Sep 8 - 6:30 PM

Concord Fire Department

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Three Big Events

Battle of the Bands

Jun 20 · 6:00 PM

VFW Post 985

Veteran BBQ

Oct 10 · 11:00 AM

Ox Bow Park

Remember

Nov 7 · 5:00 PM

Northern Indiana Event Center

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Warriors of Faith – Bible Study Group

VFW Post 985

 Sep 22

4 Vets by Vets – Peer to Peer Group

Concord Fire Department

 Sep 26

Freedom Riders | Road Biking Club

Abshire Park

 Oct 10

Freedom Riders | Road Biking Club

Abshire Park

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Articles, Veteran stories, leadership insights, faith resources, and practical knowledge written to strengthen our community.

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Veteran stories, practical resources, and articles designed to strengthen purpose and community.

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Veterans

Transition, purpose, camaraderie, and life.

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Mental Health

Healing, resilience, and encouragement.

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Biblical encouragement, Warriors of Faith, and devotionals.

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The Common Veterans

Real Stories.
Real Veterans.
Real Talk.

The Common Veterans Podcast brings Veterans together for honest conversations about service, transition, faith, failure, humor, healing, and life after the uniform.

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The Common Veterans Podcast

Conversations rooted in shared experience, honesty, and the mission to remind Veterans they are not alone.

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Our Mission

Together,
We Are Stronger.

Programs that build connection, purpose, and hope for Veterans.

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MTB
Association

Hit the trails.
Find your tribe.
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Freedom
Riders

Two wheels.
One mission.
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4 Vets
By Vets

Peer support that
makes a difference.
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Warriors
of Faith

Faith. Fellowship.
Strength.
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Common Veterans
Podcast

Real stories.
Real Veterans.
Alpha Nerds Guild

Alpha Nerds
Guild

Precision training.
Purpose driven.

Upcoming Next Event 4 Vets by Vets – Peer to Peer Group Sep 8 - 6:30 PM Concord Fire Department View Event New Latest Podcast Season 4: Episode 13: We Didn’t... 7 days ago Every Veteran served in the military. But we didn’t... Listen Featured Featured Program FSO: Freedom Riders View Program Join the FSO Road Cycling Association, a Veterans-f... Learn More
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Military-inspired apparel and Freedom System gear.

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Browse the full collection of Freedom System apparel.

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EVERY MISSION HAS AN ORIGIN.

Common Veterans Podcast

REAL VETERANS.
REAL STORIES.

Honest conversations about service, life, and everything in between.
We share the stories that build connection and bring hope.

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LATEST EPISODE

Season 4: Episode 13: We Didn't Serve the Same War
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Season 4: Episode 13: We Didn't Serve the Same War

The Common Veterans Podcast

Every Veteran served in the military. But we didn’t all serve in the same military.In Season 4, Episode 13 of the Common Veterans Podcast, the crew sits down with Vietnam Veteran Bob Evans for a raw, funny, and at times heavy conversation about how military…

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Episode 9: The Silent Ranks

When the Calls Stop Coming Military service creates bonds unlike any other. We train together, deploy together, struggle together, and celebrate together. There is…
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MEET THE COMMON VETERANS

THE COMMON VETERANS

The Common Veterans, featuring Col. Dr. Fred Schlorke, Chief Sgt. Major Jeff Schrock (retired Air Force), Tony Buoscio (ex-Navy), and Sgt. Kenneth Holmes (former Army), joined FreedomSystem.org in 2015, aiding veterans’ lives. Jeff manages HR, Kenny as President, collectively aiming to empower fellow Veterans.

JEFF SCHROCK

U.S. AIR FORCE

Jeff Shrock, a dedicated figure with over 30 years in Goshen law enforcement and 33+ military service years, prioritizes public safety, displays exceptional leadership, and supports veterans’ welfare.

KENNY HOLMES

U.S. ARMY INFANTRY

Meet Kenny Holmes, a US Army Infantryman blending backgrounds in social work, marketing, and education. Join us as we delve into his diverse experiences and insights on life, service, leadership, and humour..

TONY BUOSCIO

U.S. Navy Aviation Boatwain’s Mate

Meet Tony Buoscio, an Elkhart-based Network Administrator at Wieland Designs. Formerly an Aviation Boatswain’s Mate in the US Navy, and a dedicated student across various institutions.

Fred Schlorke

U.S. Army Doctor

Colonel Dr. Fred Schlorke, a distinguished leader with over three decades in the US Army, embodies exceptional leadership, strategic thinking, and interpersonal finesse as a respected scholar and family man.

Vicki Molnar

U.S. Air Force B1 Bomber Team

Vicki served 20 years in the U.S. Air Force, leading aircraft maintenance teams that kept missions flying and Airmen safe. Known as “Mama Bear,” she’s dedicated to supporting fellow Veterans as they transition.

CASEY HENDRICKSON

U.S. ARMY INFANTRY

Formerly from Las Vegas, NV, Casey is now the local syndicated military voice on 95.3 MNC in Michiana. Airing Monday to Friday, 1500-1800, he discusses politics, his military history, and life in the Midwest. He has two daughters that are his pride.  

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