Explore key takeaways from NMFA’s State of the Military Family Summit and how military families, researchers, and advocates are turning challenges into action.
From the Kitchen Table to Action
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September 2026 State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
On the 25th anniversary of September 11, NMFA honors those we lost, those who served, and the military families who carried the weight of war.
Operation Purple Camp Wraps Up Another Unforgettable Summer
As another summer of Operation Purple® Camp comes to a close, hear from military kids about the friendships, belonging, and memories they’re taking home.
Operation Purple® Camp: A Place Where Military Kids Belong
At Operation Purple® Camp, military kids find friendship, adventure, and a community that understands military life. See what one unforgettable week can mean.
Operation Purple Camp Is Underway Across the Country
Operation Purple® Camp is underway across the country, bringing military kids together for a summer of adventure, friendship, and belonging. Discover how campers are making memories, building confidence, and finding community.
The Impact of Investing in Military Families
Discover the impact of NMFA programs and how they help military kids build confidence, military spouses pursue their goals, and families find connection and support.
May State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
Military spouses bring their voices to Capitol Hill, Operation Purple programs open for summer, and NMFA highlights why stable funding is critical for military families.
April State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
NMFA CEO Besa Pinchotti shares updates on displaced military families, Operation Purple opportunities for military kids, and upcoming military spouse advocacy on Capitol Hill.
March State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
The DHS shutdown is ongoing, military spouses are America’s answer to the nursing shortage and the 2026 Operation Purple® Summer Challenge applications are now open.
February State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
Take action to protect Coast Guard pay, apply for Operation Purple Camp by March 11, and complete the Military Teen Experience Survey by February 18.
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