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NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

Dec 18, 2023

Military Spouse Employment Provisions Include Assistance For Telework, Student Loan Repayment, and Certifications

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NDAA Update: Mental Healthcare and Extended Benefits

NDAA Update: Mental Healthcare and Extended Benefits

Dec 15, 2023

NMFA has advocated for better mental healthcare benefits for years, and FY24 NDAA includes provisions for it.

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NDAA Update: 2024 NDAA Reflects Financial Provisions to Help Military Families

NDAA Update: 2024 NDAA Reflects Financial Provisions to Help Military Families

Dec 14, 2023

NMFA provides a quick snapshot of what you’ll find in the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act, including increases in pay and allowances.

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Will the Au Pair Program Continue to be an Affordable Option for Military Families?

Will the Au Pair Program Continue to be an Affordable Option for Military Families?

Dec 5, 2023

The au pair program strengthens more than just the military families it serves; it enables military families to learn about the world and its people through vitally important cultural exchange.

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April 2021 Video Newsletter

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Winter 2021 Video Newsletter

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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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Military Family Voting

Voting guidance for military families.
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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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