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Will the Au Pair Program Continue to be an Affordable Option for Military Families?

Will the Au Pair Program Continue to be an Affordable Option for Military Families?

Dec 5, 2023 | Child Care, Featured News, Money/Budget/Benefits

The au pair program strengthens more than just the military families it serves; it enables military families to learn about the world and its people through vitally important cultural exchange.

It’s the First Open Season for Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

It’s the First Open Season for Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Nov 20, 2023 | Child Care, Featured News, Money/Budget/Benefits

Military families have a new option to ease the cost of child care, and now is the time to sign up!

There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block

There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block

Oct 5, 2023 | Featured News, Mental Health/Well-being, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouse Education/Employment

Senator Tuberville continues to block promotions. NMFA is asking Senate Majority Leader to bring the nominations to the floor for a vote.

Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk

Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk

Sep 27, 2023 | Featured News, Food Insecurity, Military Kids, Money/Budget/Benefits

Military families should have the security of knowing that their children have enough to eat, especially because they sacrifice so much.

What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

Sep 26, 2023 | Child Care, Featured News, Food Insecurity, Mental Health/Well-being, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouses

While we hope a government shutdown can be avoided, NMFA has been on the Hill and working with DoD to get as much helpful information as we can.

What We Know About Military Family Child Care

What We Know About Military Family Child Care

Jul 25, 2023 | Child Care, Featured News, Money/Budget/Benefits, Spouse Education/Employment

Child care cost and availability are struggles for many military families. Could the Family Child Care Program benefit your family?

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June 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

This Flag Day, NMFA marked the start of America’s 250th at Mount Vernon. CEO Besa Pinchotti reflects on 250 years of military service and the families who’ve stood beside them—honoring their legacy and your continued support.

Summer Bucket List for Military Families

A summer bucket list designed for military families to find joy, connection, and adventure wherever they are.

More Than A Spouse: Empowering Spouses to Be Their Own Advocates

Army spouse Lydiah Owiti-Otienoh turns her experience as a foreign-born military spouse into a movement through connection and advocacy.

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