The Iron Compass

The Iron Compass The Iron Compass is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting veterans navigating mental health challenges.

Through motorcycle rides, fellowship, grants, and community support, we help veterans rediscover purpose, connection, and strength.

09/02/2026

Meet the Compass Wednesday: Meet Chris.

This week, Chris talks about veteran mental health, checking on the people around you, and why “I’m good” doesn’t always mean someone is okay.

It’s a longer video, but it’s worth the listen.

Check on your people. Then check again.

**MISSION MONDAY | COMPASS CHECK****STEP 3: ASK TWICE**“How are you doing?”“I’m fine.”Most of us have had that conversat...
08/31/2026

**MISSION MONDAY | COMPASS CHECK**

**STEP 3: ASK TWICE**

“How are you doing?”

“I’m fine.”

Most of us have had that conversation. And most of us have probably said “I’m fine” when we weren’t.

If something feels off, ask again.

**“No, really. How are you doing?”**

Then listen.

You don’t have to push for answers or try to fix anything. Just make it clear you’re not asking to be polite. You actually want to know.

Sometimes it takes being asked twice before someone realizes it’s okay to give an honest answer.

So if your gut tells you something isn’t right, don’t be afraid to ask again.

**Check on your people. Then check again.**

Mission • Purpose • Community

08/28/2026

⭐Roadside Question Friday⭐

You get one extra hour added to your day with zero responsibilities.😍

What are you doing with it? Comment below 👇

MISSION MONDAY | COMPASS CHECKSTEP 2: MAKE THE CALLEver thought about calling someone, then talked yourself out of it be...
08/24/2026

MISSION MONDAY | COMPASS CHECK

STEP 2: MAKE THE CALL

Ever thought about calling someone, then talked yourself out of it because you didn’t know what to say?
Don’t overthink it.
You don’t need a reason. You don’t need to have some big conversation planned.
📱Call and say, “Hey, just checking in. How’ve you been?”
Send a text that says, “You crossed my mind today. Everything good?”
Or ask if they want to grab a bite.

The important part is making the effort!
You never know how much a simple call or text might mean to someone that day. 🥰

Make the call. Send the text.
Check on your people. Then check again.

Mission • Purpose • Community

08/21/2026

*Roadside Question Friday*

What’s one piece of advice you’ve carried with you over the years?

Drop it in the comments. 👇 You never know who might need to hear it today.

08/19/2026

Meet the Compass Wednesday: Meet Scott, our Events Director.

Scott served 10 years in the Marine Corps and now helps bring our events to life from start to finish.

In this week’s Meet the Compass, Scott shares a little about why he joined The Iron Compass, what the Welcome Home Ride meant to him, and why supporting veteran mental health is so important.

We’re grateful to have him on the team and helping us continue building something that brings veterans, families, and our community together.

Mission. Purpose. Community.
https://theironcompass.org/wear-the-mission

MISSION MONDAY | COMPASS CHECKSTEP 1: WHO HAVEN’T YOU HEARD FROM?Think about someone you haven’t heard from in a while.M...
08/17/2026

MISSION MONDAY | COMPASS CHECK

STEP 1: WHO HAVEN’T YOU HEARD FROM?

Think about someone you haven’t heard from in a while.

Maybe it’s a buddy who hasn’t been around lately. A veteran you keep meaning to call. A friend who’s gone quiet. Or that person who always says they’re doing fine.

Reach out to one of them today.

It doesn’t have to turn into a deep conversation. You don’t need the perfect words. A simple, “Hey, I was thinking about you. How’ve you been?” is enough.

Sometimes we get busy. Days turn into weeks, and before we know it, it’s been way too long since we checked in.

So today, pick your person and reach out.

Who haven’t you heard from lately?

Check on your people. Then check again.

Mission • Purpose • Community

08/14/2026

⭐️Roadside Question Friday⭐️

What’s one little thing that can turn a bad day around?

Your favorite meal, music, a phone call, getting outside, seeing someone you care about?

What’s yours? Comment below 👇

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Clive, IA
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