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Portable Traditions: How Military Families Make the Holidays Bright

Portable Traditions: How Military Families Make the Holidays Bright

Dec 29, 2025

Military families share how portable traditions help them create warmth, connection, and a sense of home during the holidays, wherever they are stationed.

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A Different Kind of December: What This Holiday Season Looks Like for Military Families

A Different Kind of December: What This Holiday Season Looks Like for Military Families

Dec 8, 2025

Discover what the holidays truly look like for military families and share your own story about how your family is navigating this December.

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The Gift of Stability: How You Can Strengthen Military Families This Holiday Season

The Gift of Stability: How You Can Strengthen Military Families This Holiday Season

Nov 30, 2025

Support military families this holiday season. Your generosity fuels NMFA programs that empower teens, strengthen spouses, and create lasting change.

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November State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

November State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Nov 19, 2025

Learn about rising TRICARE Young Adult costs, upcoming NMFA programs, and how your Giving Tuesday contribution—matched dollar-for-dollar—can strengthen military families nationwide.

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Military Families Reflect: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times

Military Families Reflect: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times

Nov 17, 2025

In a challenging year, military families continue to show strength and hope. NMFA reflects on resilience, community, and the road ahead.

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When Service Becomes a Way of Life: A Veterans Day Reflection on Purpose

When Service Becomes a Way of Life: A Veterans Day Reflection on Purpose

Nov 10, 2025

A Veterans Day reflection on what it means to carry the spirit of service into every chapter of life.

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Military Families Serve Too: Honoring Military Family Appreciation Month

Military Families Serve Too: Honoring Military Family Appreciation Month

Nov 1, 2025

Celebrate Military Family Appreciation Month with NMFA as we honor the strength, devotion, and service of families who stand united through every chapter.

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Military Families Should Consider Estate Planning This National Estate Planning Awareness Week

Military Families Should Consider Estate Planning This National Estate Planning Awareness Week

Oct 20, 2025

NMFA and LifeLegacy can help you safeguard your assets, protect your loved ones, and create a lasting legacy. Plan for the future now.

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When the Government Shuts Down, Military Families Feel the Impact

When the Government Shuts Down, Military Families Feel the Impact

Oct 14, 2025

No family who serves our nation should have to worry about a missed paycheck. Together, we can help protect their stability and peace of mind.

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

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

Sep 28, 2025

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.

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August State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Discover how NMFA is supporting military kids and teens through Operation Purple® Camp, the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey, and military family advocacy.

“I Will Always Be a Nurse”: How Breanna Balances Nursing and Military Life

Navy spouse Breanna shares the unseen sacrifices of sustaining a nursing career through PCS moves, deployments, parenthood and professional setbacks.

NMFA and National University’s Sanford Harmony Explore Findings from the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey

Explore key takeaways from Breakfast & Belonging: Understanding the Military Teen Experience, hosted by the National Military Family Association in partnership with National University’s Sanford Harmony Program, and discover the findings of the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey.

How NMFA Scholarship Recipient Chelsea Thomas Supports Military Families Navigating Geo-baching

Meet NMFA Scholarship Recipient Chelsea Thomas, founder of Family in Flight, and discover how she’s supporting military families navigating geo-baching.

NMFA and Buffett Early Childhood Institute Bring Child Care Solutions to Capitol Hill

NMFA and Buffett Early Childhood Institute brought military child care solutions to Capitol Hill, highlighting research, advocacy, and policy recommendations.

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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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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

Are you a military spouse nurse? We’d love to feature your story.
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