NMFA makes a lasting impact on military kids with Operation Purple Camp! See why campers, Lucas and Myah, say it is awesome.
Communication is Key with Military Teens
Parents of military teens often face challenges in understanding the growing pains of their teens, so we’ve gathered tips to help open the lines of communication.
Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families
Army unveils new child care pilot program for Guard and Reserve families with plans to expand.
Highs and Woes of EFMP: My Military Family Experience
Military Families enrolled in the Exceptional Family Member Program need support, representation, and their stories heard.
NMFA Advocates for Universal Pre-K in OCONUS Locations
In a recent letter to Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin we urged DoD to implement a universal Pre-K program at OCONUS DoDEA schools.
Get Ready: Operation Purple Camp is Coming!
NMFA is looking for military kids to attend our 2023 Operation Purple Camp featuring nine weeks at eight locations.
Latest Child Care Provisions Show Promise for Military Families
Military families have been telling us for years about how hard it can be to find affordable, high-quality critical child care.
NMFA’s 2022 Year in Review: Military Family Programs
Our work in 2022 continued to bring greater recognition that military family well-being is a key component of force readiness.
From Military Child to Military Spouse – How Patriot Day Serves as a Pledge to Remember
For me, the events of September 11, 2001, will always be remembered as the day my high school teacher spoke of—the day you will never forget.
How to Be Your Military Child’s Best Education Advocate? Speak Up and Be Resilient
Stories of parents, educators, and advocates for equal education to help make your child’s next school transition as smooth as possible.














