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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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What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

Sep 26, 2023

While we hope a government shutdown can be avoided, NMFA has been on the Hill and working with DoD to get as much helpful information as we can.

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NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes

Sep 15, 2023

NMFA recognizes David Nokes as a valuable ally to military families and a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

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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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NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families

NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families

Aug 21, 2023

NMFA provides its thoughts on the current state of the NDAA with a letter to conferees as the House and Senate move to finalize it.

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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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What We Know About Military Family Child Care

What We Know About Military Family Child Care

Jul 25, 2023

Child care cost and availability are struggles for many military families. Could the Family Child Care Program benefit your family?

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Quality of Life Panel Formed with Military Families Top of Mind

Quality of Life Panel Formed with Military Families Top of Mind

Jul 5, 2023

The House Armed Services Committee has established a Quality of Life Panel to do a comprehensive review of issues impacting military families.

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