Explore key takeaways from Breakfast & Belonging: Understanding the Military Teen Experience, hosted by the National Military Family Association in partnership with National University’s Sanford Harmony Program, and discover the findings of the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey.
NMFA and Buffett Early Childhood Institute brought military child care solutions to Capitol Hill, highlighting research, advocacy, and policy recommendations.
Operation Purple® Camp is underway across the country, bringing military kids together for a summer of adventure, friendship, and belonging. Discover how campers are making memories, building confidence, and finding community.
Celebrate America’s 250th birthday with A Capitol Fourth on PBS. Enjoy patriotic performances, military tributes, and a historic fireworks finale.
As America marks 250 years, we reflect on the generations of military families who have strengthened our nation through service, sacrifice, resilience, and unwavering support.
Discover the impact of NMFA programs and how they help military kids build confidence, military spouses pursue their goals, and families find connection and support.
Meet Ashley Stack, a military spouse who founded Transition Toys, a volunteer-led program supporting military children and families in Naples, Italy.
PCS orders can arrive in weeks, but childcare waitlists can stretch for months. Hear directly from military families about the challenges of finding childcare during a move and how it affects careers, finances, and daily life.
Military spouses bring their voices to Capitol Hill, Operation Purple programs open for summer, and NMFA highlights why stable funding is critical for military families.
Military families bring expertise, resilience, and community strength wherever they go. Learn why supporting them is a shared responsibility and how their impact reaches far beyond the base.
