Mark Schmitz, Gold Star father of U.S. Marine Lance Corporal Jared Schmitz, joins guest host Dan Buck to discuss the mission and progress of The Freedom 13. Schmitz outlines the organization's retreat project on 171 acres in Bourbon, Missouri, designed to construct 13 homes honoring the military service members lost at Abbey Gate during the 2021 Afghanistan withdrawal. The interview details upcoming project milestones, including a Phase 1 groundbreaking ceremony, community fundraising events, monthly recurring donation programs, and volunteer workdays providing peer camaraderie for local military veterans and first responders.
For donation details or event registration, visit The Freedom 13 Information Portal.
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