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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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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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Communication is Key with Military Teens

Communication is Key with Military Teens

Jul 11, 2023

Parents of military teens often face challenges in understanding the growing pains of their teens, so we’ve gathered tips to help open the lines of communication.

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Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families

Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families

May 16, 2023

Army unveils new child care pilot program for Guard and Reserve families with plans to expand.

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Highs and Woes of EFMP: My Military Family Experience

Highs and Woes of EFMP: My Military Family Experience

May 8, 2023

Military Families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program need support, representation, and their stories heard.

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NMFA Advocates for Universal Pre-K in OCONUS Locations

NMFA Advocates for Universal Pre-K in OCONUS Locations

Feb 27, 2023

In a recent letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin we urged DoD to implement a universal Pre-K program at OCONUS DoDEA schools.

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Get Ready: Operation Purple Camp is Coming!

Get Ready: Operation Purple Camp is Coming!

Feb 15, 2023

NMFA is looking for military kids to attend our 2023 Operation Purple Camp featuring nine weeks at eight locations.

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Latest Child Care Provisions Show Promise for Military Families

Latest Child Care Provisions Show Promise for Military Families

Jan 30, 2023

Military families have been telling us for years about how hard it can be to find affordable, high-quality critical child care.

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NMFA’s 2022 Year in Review: Military Family Programs

NMFA’s 2022 Year in Review: Military Family Programs

Jan 17, 2023

Our work in 2022 continued to bring greater recognition that military family well-being is a key component of force readiness.

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From Military Child to Military Spouse – How Patriot Day Serves as a Pledge to Remember

From Military Child to Military Spouse – How Patriot Day Serves as a Pledge to Remember

Sep 8, 2022

For me, the events of September 11, 2001, will always be remembered as the day my high school teacher spoke of—the day you will never forget.

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Government Shutdown Update: No End in Sight

The ongoing government shutdown continues with no resolution in sight, placing financial strain on military and veteran families. Find updated support resources and share your story.

Shutdown Impact Series: Healthcare Uncertainty for Military Families

Military families share how the government shutdown is disrupting access to health care, TRICARE services, and vital medical support.

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