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NMFA Condemns Removal of IVF Coverage for Military Families in Final FY26 NDAA

NMFA Condemns Removal of IVF Coverage for Military Families in Final FY26 NDAA

Dec 9, 2025

NMFA expresses deep disappointment as Congress removes IVF coverage from the FY26 NDAA, urging equitable fertility care for military families.

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Military Family Food Insecurity Isn’t New, But the Shutdown Made it Impossible to Ignore

Military Family Food Insecurity Isn’t New, But the Shutdown Made it Impossible to Ignore

Oct 27, 2025

Missed paychecks reveal a crisis beneath the headlines: military families fighting food insecurity while serving our nation.

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Senate Considers Bill to Guarantee Military Pay During Future Shutdowns

Senate Considers Bill to Guarantee Military Pay During Future Shutdowns

Oct 21, 2025

NMFA explains how the new Shutdown Fairness Act could protect military pay during government shutdowns, how it differs from the Pay Our Troops Act, and what gaps still threaten military family stability.

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NMFA Marks Milestones at the Military Influencer Conference

NMFA Marks Milestones at the Military Influencer Conference

Sep 30, 2025

NMFA reflects on the Military Influencer Conference, celebrating community milestones, spouse scholarships, and the strength of military families.

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National Military Family Association Welcomes New Board Members: April Edrington and Dr. Al Edwards

National Military Family Association Welcomes New Board Members: April Edrington and Dr. Al Edwards

Mar 18, 2025

These distinguished leaders bring a wealth of expertise in military family advocacy, development, and health policy and will boost NMFA’s work toward strengthening military families.

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NMFA Welcomes Leslie Fautsch to Its Board of Governors

NMFA Welcomes Leslie Fautsch to Its Board of Governors

Feb 4, 2025

The National Military Family Association (NMFA) is proud to announce the appointment of Leslie Fautsch to its Board of Governors.

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Congress Finalizes Defense Spending Bill with Landmark Support for Military Families

Congress Finalizes Defense Spending Bill with Landmark Support for Military Families

Dec 9, 2024

The FY 2025 NDAA agreement includes provisions for military families on compensation, child care access, spouse support, and BNA.

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National Military Family Association Named One of the Best Nonprofits to Work For

National Military Family Association Named One of the Best Nonprofits to Work For

Apr 3, 2023

NMFA ranked #32 on the annual list of nonprofits nationwide.

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Military Families, Advocates Urge White House Conference on Hunger to Address Their Concerns on Food Insecurity

Military Families, Advocates Urge White House Conference on Hunger to Address Their Concerns on Food Insecurity

Sep 27, 2022

According to the Department of Defense, an unacceptable 24% of military families are food insecure – there is a food pantry on or near every single US military base.

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Advocates Submit Joint Recommendations to Federal Agencies for Implementation of Military Family Basic Needs Allowance

Advocates Submit Joint Recommendations to Federal Agencies for Implementation of Military Family Basic Needs Allowance

May 5, 2022

Survey of 2,000 military teens shows an overwhelming majority plan to be a part of America’s  force of the future.

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PCS: Different Generations, Enduring Challenges

From military child to military spouse, a recent PCS reveals how challenges persist across generations and why advocacy for military families still matters.

Operation Purple® Camp Locations Announced for Summer 2026

Operation Purple® Camp returns in summer 2026 with locations nationwide and applications opening February 11.

Shutdown Looms Again: Military Families Should Prepare

As Congress nears a funding deadline, military families face renewed uncertainty. Learn how a potential government shutdown could affect pay, benefits, services, and daily life—and what protections remain in place.

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NMFA At A Glance

Overview of NMFA’s mission & impact.
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Identifying & solving unique military life challenges.
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Data-driven insights informing advocacy & programs.
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State Of The Military Family

Annual summit addressing military family challenges.
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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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Military separation & divorce resources.
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More Than A Spouse

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