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Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

Mar 31, 2025 | Blog, Deployment, Events-Awards, Kids Education, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens, Operation Purple Programs, Relocation/PCS

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

Spouses Speak: Why Pregnancy Must Be a Qualifying Life Event

Spouses Speak: Why Pregnancy Must Be a Qualifying Life Event

Mar 16, 2025 | Blog, Health Care, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Spouses, Money/Budget/Benefits, Relocation/PCS, Spouses

Pregnancy must be a Qualifying Life Event to allow military families the flexibility to choose the care they need without delays.

Operation Purple® Camp Locations Announced

Operation Purple® Camp Locations Announced

Feb 3, 2025 | Featured News, Food Insecurity, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens, Operation Purple Programs

Operation Purple Camp applications are opening soon. Find out about camp dates, locations, and eligibility today.

NMFA’s 2025 Advocacy Roadmap: Your Stories Matter

NMFA’s 2025 Advocacy Roadmap: Your Stories Matter

Jan 22, 2025 | Featured News, Financial Security, Health Care, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouse Education/Employment

NMFA remains dedicated to addressing the critical legislative priorities that impact military families like yours.

FY 2025 NDAA: Many Wins, a Few Disappointments for Military Families

FY 2025 NDAA: Many Wins, a Few Disappointments for Military Families

Jan 3, 2025 | Child Care, Defense Budget/NDAA, Featured News, Health Care, Kids Education, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouse Education/Employment

NMFA breaks down FY 2025 for military families – what’s included, what’s left out, and what we will focus on this year.

Must Know Scholarship Programs for Military Spouses

Must Know Scholarship Programs for Military Spouses

Dec 22, 2024 | Featured News, Financial Security, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Spouses, Spouse Education/Employment, Survivors, Wounded Caregivers

NMFA and partner scholarship opportunities for military spouses.

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