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Military Spouses

Untapped Potential: Military Spouses Ready For Work

Military life is unpredictable -  just like running a small business.

Frequent moves. Long deployments. Inconsistent schedules. For military spouses, these realities make traditional careers nearly impossible to maintain.

Nearly 35% are unemployed, despite actively seeking work. Why?

Barriers like unaffordable childcare and limited job markets on or near the base they are stationed.

In fact, 51% say their military connection has held them back from getting a job or promotion. Frequent moves to new duty stations and the hardship of living far from family support compounds the problem. Spouse under and unemployment is a leading reason some service members leave the military altogether.

It’s time to tap into this powerful, overlooked workforce.

At Freedom Makers, we’re connecting small business owners with highly capable, motivated military spouses who are eager for flexible, meaningful work.

Multi-Tasking Ninjas

Smart. Capable. Adaptable.

• 89% of military spouses have college experience
• 30% hold a four-year degree
• 15% have advanced degrees

Military spouses thrive under pressure. They're used to navigating constant change due to relocations, deployments, and shifting schedules, and they still get the job done. They’re not just resilient, they’re resourceful.

They plan, organize, communicate, and solve problems in high-stakes, fast-changing environments—skills that translate directly into value for small business owners. They have a service mindset, a strong work ethic, and a desire for meaningful, flexible work.

Military spouses are eager for meaningful work. They are ready to support your business with professionalism, heart, and hustle.

“I have skills that are useful and needed. Sometimes as a spouse we can't always work in our preferred field, so we feel lost. Freedom Makers gives so many of us a sense of purpose and opportunity that we so often miss in this life "we signed up for." I love the flexibility of my job and the diverse opportunities that are available. I also love my clients. I have been shown nothing but patience, kindness and warmth from them.

Katie M.

Army Spouse

"The Freedom Maker community is a vast number of military spouses like myself. I love being able to make my own schedule and being available for my kids. It's so much easier for me to plan summer vacations or spring break getaways when I don't have to worry about taking off work. I can coordinate with my client ahead of time and still be able to volunteer. Freedom Makers have given military spouses an opportunity to work with our unprecedented circumstances."

Kia C.

Navy Spouse

"First and foremost, I love the flexibility! Being able to still be present for my family while also pursuing a career is such a blessing. I also enjoy the variety I have with my clients. Each client has different needs and tasks for me, so each day is a little different. Plus, FMVS also does a wonderful job preparing new Freedom Makers for opportunities and supporting those of us that already have clients."

Debbie H.

Marine Corps Spouse

"I have been with Freedom Makers 2.5 years and have done a few different things for clients. I love that each of my clients is able to see me for who I am as a military spouse, mom, and a professional. It has truly given me a chance to do what I love to do again and that is working with people in different capacities. I truly enjoy virtual assistant work and Freedom Makers has made that possible!"

Abby C.

Army Spouse