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Impact Aid: Funding That Positively Impacts Education Services for Military Kids

Impact Aid: Funding That Positively Impacts Education Services for Military Kids

Sep 30, 2024

Military families should fill out the Impact Aid form with their child’s school district to ensure their school receives much-needed funding.

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TRICARE Young Adult: What You Need to Know

TRICARE Young Adult: What You Need to Know

May 13, 2024

The cost of Tricare Young Adult health insurance has military families paying higher premiums than their civilian counterparts. We are pushing for change.

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C.E.O. Chat with Besa Pinchotti

C.E.O. Chat with Besa Pinchotti

Oct 20, 2023

Besa Pinchotti, CEO of the National Military Family Association is back with her October CEO Chat. Find out what she has to say.

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There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block

There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block

Oct 5, 2023

Senator Tuberville continues to block promotions. NMFA is asking Senate Majority Leader to bring the nominations to the floor for a vote.

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What Can You Expect from the Veterans Administration (VA) in a Shutdown?

What Can You Expect from the Veterans Administration (VA) in a Shutdown?

Sep 28, 2023

While we don’t yet have guidance from DoD, here’s what we know from VA.

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Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk

Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk

Sep 27, 2023

Military families should have the security of knowing that their children have enough to eat, especially because they sacrifice so much.

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NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Edith Smith

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Edith Smith

Sep 7, 2023

NMFA recognizes Edith Smith as a pioneer in the advocacy work of military families and as a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

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NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Senator Tammy Duckworth

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Senator Tammy Duckworth

Sep 5, 2023

NMFA recognizes Senator Tammy Duckworth as a champion of military families and recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

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OPC Impact Stories – August 2023

OPC Impact Stories – August 2023

Aug 28, 2023

NMFA makes a lasting impact on military kids with Operation Purple Camp! See why campers, Lucas and Myah, say it is awesome.

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OPC Impact Stories – July 2023

OPC Impact Stories – July 2023

Jul 27, 2023

Operation Purple Camp impacts military kids in some of the best ways. Listen to Evelyn and Kendall talk about their experiences.

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NMFA At A Glance

Overview of NMFA’s mission & impact.
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Mission

Identifying & solving unique military life challenges.
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Research + Insights

Data-driven insights informing advocacy & programs.
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Leadership + Staff

Experts guiding NMFA’s mission & strategy.
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State Of The Military Family

Annual summit addressing military family challenges.
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Supporters

Corporate & individual supporter recognition.
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Video Newsletters

Monthly video newsletters with family insights.
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Financials

Nonprofit financial transparency: reports, audits, tax documents.
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Testimonials

Stories highlighting impact of support programs.
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Press

Latest news, announcements, & media resources.
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Careers

Flexible, collaborative workplace strengthening military families.
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Bloom Military Teen Program

Inspiring military teens through storytelling & community.
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Operation Purple® Camp

Free camps supporting military kids’ well-being.
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Operation Purple® Summer Challenge

Family fun, adventure, STEM, & connection.
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Spouse Scholarships + Careers

Education, career, & business funding opportunities.
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Adoption

Adoption information & benefits for military families.
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Deployment

Guidance for before, during, after deployment.
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Kids Education

Tools for navigating military child education.
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Military Family News

News & updates affecting military families.
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Leave Options for Military Families

Explains Paid Family Leave & eligibility.
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Relocation + PCS

Resources easing military PCS moving stress.
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Child Care

Child care challenges & support priorities.
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EFMP + Special Needs

Support, referrals, & services for families.
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Licensing + Certification

Military spouse licensing challenges & resources.
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Separation + Divorce

Military separation & divorce resources.
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Policy Issues

Highlighting & acting on family priorities.
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Ways To Give

Give now to strengthen military families.
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Planned Giving

Planned gifts sustain support for families.
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More Than A Spouse

Celebrating military spouses’ strengths, stories, empowerment.
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Military Teens Vote

Empowering teen voices in elections process.
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