A new bill aims to modernize the au pair program, emphasizing its importance in meeting the unique child care needs of military families.
Impact Aid: Funding That Positively Impacts Education Services for Military Kids
Military families should fill out the Impact Aid form with their child’s school district to ensure their school receives much-needed funding.
Honor Their Service by Voting This November
As military families prepare to vote, we have guidance about registering and casting ballots and DoD’s guidelines on political activities.
Expanded MyCAA, Health Care FSAs: DoD’s New Initiatives to Help Families
Everything you need to know about DoD’s seven new initiatives to improve military families’ quality of life.
Military Teens – Are You Ready to Vote?
NMFA, along with Secure Families Initiative (SFI), has gathered resources to simplify the voting process for military teens and young adults.
The Art and Science of Caring for Young Caregivers
At this year’s Hidden Helpers Summit, caregiver kids were front and center—showing their strength, vulnerability and love for their families.
Listen Up Congress: Military Families Are Speaking to You
Congress must include the HASC Quality of Life Panel recommendations in the FY2025 NDAA to address military families’ most urgent needs.
Tell Congress: Pregnancy Should be a Qualifying Life Event for Military Families
Pregnancies should be recognized as a Qualifying Life Event to ensure military families receive consistent access to high-quality prenatal care.
How to Select the Right TRICARE Plan for Your College Student
Military families have health care coverage options for their college-aged kids and NMFA shares what to consider when choosing one.
More Than A Spouse: Breaking Barriers and Building Strong Foundations
Army spouse shares her journey in the male-dominated construction industry. She inspires military spouses interested in STEM careers to pursue unconventional paths with courage.














