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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 | Child Care, Featured News, Food Insecurity, Mental Health/Well-being, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouses

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.

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

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

Sep 15, 2023 | Events-Awards, Featured News

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

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

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

Sep 7, 2023 | Events-Awards, Featured News

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.

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 | Events-Awards, Featured News

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

OPC Impact Stories – August 2023

OPC Impact Stories – August 2023

Aug 28, 2023 | Featured News, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens, Operation Purple Programs, Wounded Caregivers

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

NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families

NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families

Aug 21, 2023 | Defense Budget/NDAA, Featured News

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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April 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

This issue features our Purple Up sweepstakes, Operation Purple® Summer Challenge registration, student support for military families, and ongoing PCS struggles.

PCS Moves: GHC Breakdown & Status Update

Military families face ongoing struggles with the Department of Defense’s Global Household Goods Contract, leading to delays, missed pickups, and financial strain.

Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

The “Charity Challenge” project at Wadsworth Middle School inspires students to advocate for causes such as supporting military families.

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