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Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Apr 8, 2025 | Blog, Child Care, Deployment, Financial Security, Kids Education, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Teens, Spouse Education/Employment

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

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.

Department of Education Changes and Your Military Family

Department of Education Changes and Your Military Family

Mar 21, 2025 | Featured News, Kids Education, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Relocation/PCS

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

February 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

February 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

Feb 20, 2025 | Financial Security, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, More Than A Spouse, Newsletters, Operation Purple Programs, Spouse Education/Employment

In this edition, we discuss the PCS challenges, call on spouses to share their stories and highlight our Operation Purple Camp application.

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.

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From Dreams to Degrees: One Scholarship Recipient’s Story

Cathy Ann Ivory’s journey shows how NMFA’s Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship eased financial strain and empowered her to become a Family Nurse Practitioner serving military families.

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Every PCS brings challenges and possibilities, reminding military spouses that rebuilding community is key to belonging and finding new strength in each place.

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Military spouse Laurissa Armstead turned career pivots into purpose, building connection and community for military-affiliated students at the University of Arizona Global Campus.

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