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Quality Of Life Panel Includes Several NMFA Recommendations in Report Released Today

Quality Of Life Panel Includes Several NMFA Recommendations in Report Released Today

Apr 11, 2024

Recommendations for enhancing military families’ well-being include improvements in pay, housing, affordable child care, and more.

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DoD Policy Expands Access to Assisted Reproduction

DoD Policy Expands Access to Assisted Reproduction

Mar 12, 2024

NMFA will continue to advocate the extension of access to include all military families struggling with infertility.

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WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families

WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families

Jan 22, 2024

Congress has not yet acted to fully fund the WIC Program, putting many military families at risk of getting healthy food on their tables.

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Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024

Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024

Jan 19, 2024

NMFA spent 2023 standing up for military families by providing dynamic programming and legislative solutions for better quality of life.

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NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

Dec 18, 2023

Military Spouse Employment Provisions Include Assistance For Telework, Student Loan Repayment, and Certifications

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More Than A Spouse: Remembering Joanne Holbrook Patton

More Than A Spouse: Remembering Joanne Holbrook Patton

Nov 1, 2023

A military kid, military spouse, and military family champion, Joanne Holbrook Patton continues to inspire us today.

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The U.S. is Heading for a Government Shutdown. What Does it Mean for Military Families?

As the U.S. faces a potential government shutdown on October 1, here’s what military families can expect regarding pay, services, and support.

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

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.

Spouse Careers Are a Readiness Issue: Why the Military Spouse Hiring Act Matters

The Military Spouse Hiring Act would unlock career opportunities for military spouses, strengthen family stability, and boost national security through a proven tax credit model.

NMFA and Fisher House Unite to Celebrate Scholarship Recipients

NMFA and Fisher House Foundation honor military spouses with scholarships that empower their education, careers, and resilience while strengthening military families and communities.

More Than A Spouse: Holly Trisch’s Story of Resilience, Innovation, and Education

Holly Trisch, a civil engineer, educator, and entrepreneur, shares how adaptability and resilience have shaped her career and identity as a military spouse.

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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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Leave Options for Military Families

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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