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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 Year in Review

NMFA Year in Review

Jan 7, 2025 | Events-Awards, Featured News, Financial Security, Food Insecurity, Health Care, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, Operation Purple Programs, Spouse Education/Employment, State of the Military Family

2024 has highlighted the strength and unity of our community as we advance our mission to serve and support military families.

FY 2025 NDAA: Many Wins, a Few Disappointments for Military Families

FY 2025 NDAA: Many Wins, a Few Disappointments for Military Families

Jan 3, 2025 | Child Care, Defense Budget/NDAA, Featured News, Health Care, Kids Education, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouse Education/Employment

NMFA breaks down FY 2025 for military families – what’s included, what’s left out, and what we will focus on this year.

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NMFA calls on Congress to protect military families from pay disruptions and uphold their commitment to those who serve.

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