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Congress Passes National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026: What’s in it for Military Families?

Congress Passes National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026: What’s in it for Military Families?

Dec 18, 2025

Congress has passed the FY 2026 NDAA, bringing pay raises, child care support, education benefits, and PCS improvements for military families.

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A Different Kind of December: What This Holiday Season Looks Like for Military Families

A Different Kind of December: What This Holiday Season Looks Like for Military Families

Dec 8, 2025

Discover what the holidays truly look like for military families and share your own story about how your family is navigating this December.

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Military Family Guide: What Are You Seeing This School Year in Special Education and Accommodations?

Military Family Guide: What Are You Seeing This School Year in Special Education and Accommodations?

Sep 28, 2025

What are you seeing this school year? Tell us how your family is navigating school transitions, IEPs, and accommodations so we can lift up your story.

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Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families

Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families

Jul 7, 2025

Five must-have apps for military families to explore the outdoors, access free books, and attend local events during summer break.

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Closing Out the School Year Strong with Military Kids

Closing Out the School Year Strong with Military Kids

May 27, 2025

Practical strategies to help military families wrap up the school year successfully and keep kids motivated throughout the summer.

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State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®

State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®

May 10, 2025

Military spouses, advocates, and leaders came together in Washington, D.C. to address critical issues facing military families.

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What Military Families Need to Know About High School Stabilization

What Military Families Need to Know About High School Stabilization

Apr 28, 2025

Military teens can stay put for junior or senior year with the High School Stabilization Program. Plan early for stability!

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Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Apr 8, 2025

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

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Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

Mar 31, 2025

During the Month of the Military Child, we recognize and celebrate the extraordinary, yet often unsung, heroes. Purple Up to show support.

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Department of Education Changes and Your Military Family

Department of Education Changes and Your Military Family

Mar 21, 2025

The way the federal government administers education services is changing, but the programs military families rely on should stay.

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Practical Tips to Translate Your Military Spouse Experience into Professional Success

Discover how to translate military spouse experience into professional strength by framing your skills, leadership, and resilience with confidence.

The Fight for Safer Military Family Housing

After toxic mold devastated her family’s health and home, military spouse Erica Thompson is advocating for the Military Occupancy Living Defense Act (MOLD Act) to ensure safer, healthier housing for military families.

February State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Take action to protect Coast Guard pay, apply for Operation Purple Camp by March 11, and complete the Military Teen Experience Survey by February 18.

More Than a Spouse: Taking the Leap, One Step at a Time

In this More Than a Spouse feature, Melissa reflects on building a career, taking risks, and choosing herself amid military life.

PCS: Different Generations, Enduring Challenges

From military child to military spouse, a recent PCS reveals how challenges persist across generations and why advocacy for military families still matters.

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NMFA At A Glance

Overview of NMFA’s mission & impact.
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Mission

Identifying & solving unique military life challenges.
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Research + Insights

Data-driven insights informing advocacy & programs.
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Leadership + Staff

Experts guiding NMFA’s mission & strategy.
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State Of The Military Family

Annual summit addressing military family challenges.
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Supporters

Corporate & individual supporter recognition.
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Video Newsletters

Monthly video newsletters with family insights.
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Financials

Nonprofit financial transparency: reports, audits, tax documents.
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Testimonials

Stories highlighting impact of support programs.
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Press

Latest news, announcements, & media resources.
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Careers

Flexible, collaborative workplace strengthening military families.
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Bloom Military Teen Program

Inspiring military teens through storytelling & community.
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Operation Purple® Camp

Free camps supporting military kids’ well-being.
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Operation Purple® Summer Challenge

Family fun, adventure, STEM, & connection.
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Spouse Scholarships + Careers

Education, career, & business funding opportunities.
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Adoption

Adoption information & benefits for military families.
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Deployment

Guidance for before, during, after deployment.
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Kids Education

Tools for navigating military child education.
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Military Family News

News & updates affecting military families.
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Paid Family Leave

Explains Paid Family Leave & eligibility.
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Relocation + PCS

Resources easing military PCS moving stress.
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Child Care

Child care challenges & support priorities.
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EFMP + Special Needs

Support, referrals, & services for families.
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Licensing + Certification

Military spouse licensing challenges & resources.
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Separation + Divorce

Military separation & divorce resources.
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Policy Issues

Highlighting & acting on family priorities.
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Ways To Give

Give now to strengthen military families.
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Planned Giving

Planned gifts sustain support for families.
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More Than A Spouse

Celebrating military spouses’ strengths, stories, empowerment.
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Military Teens Vote

Empowering teen voices in elections process.
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