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PCS Moves: GHC Breakdown & Status Update

PCS Moves: GHC Breakdown & Status Update

Apr 9, 2025

Military families face ongoing struggles with the Department of Defense’s Global Household Goods Contract, leading to delays, missed pickups, and financial strain.

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More Than A Spouse: Reaching Military Families Through Digital and Personal Outreach

More Than A Spouse: Reaching Military Families Through Digital and Personal Outreach

Apr 6, 2025

Air Force spouse McKinzee Crow is going digital to connect with military spouses—and she’s setting a trend while doing it!

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Federal Terminations: A Systematic Setback for Military Families

Federal Terminations: A Systematic Setback for Military Families

Mar 24, 2025

NMFA urges immediate intervention to protect military spouses and transitioning veterans from these mass terminations.

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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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March 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

March 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

Mar 20, 2025

In this edition, we honor Fisher House, call on military families to share PCS challenges, and announce our May events.

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Spouses Speak: Why Pregnancy Must Be a Qualifying Life Event

Spouses Speak: Why Pregnancy Must Be a Qualifying Life Event

Mar 16, 2025

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

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Congress Must Act Now to Prevent Shutdown

Congress Must Act Now to Prevent Shutdown

Mar 14, 2025

Politics may be complicated, but the solution to the threats facing military families is simple. Congress must act.

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More Than A Spouse: Turning Volunteerism into a Powerhouse of Support

More Than A Spouse: Turning Volunteerism into a Powerhouse of Support

Mar 10, 2025

Army spouse Karly Gadell is redefining military spouse leadership by transforming volunteer roles into platforms for self-development and community.

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Must-Have Discounts for Military Families This Year

Must-Have Discounts for Military Families This Year

Mar 3, 2025

From travel and entertainment to retail and dining, there are many discounts available to military families.

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DoD to launch new Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) for Military Families

DoD to launch new Health Care Flexible Spending Account (HCFSA) for Military Families

Feb 23, 2025

Military service members have the opportunity to enroll in the new HCFSA from March 3 through March 31, 2025.

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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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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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Military Family Voting

Voting guidance for military families.
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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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Spotlight on Military Spouse Nurses

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