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More Than A Spouse: A Career Journey Rooted in Confidence and Support

More Than A Spouse: A Career Journey Rooted in Confidence and Support

Apr 18, 2024

Wykita Burns found confidence in her career journey by embracing her military spouse status and thrived through support from her community.

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Quality Of Life Panel Includes Several NMFA Recommendations in Report Released Today

Quality Of Life Panel Includes Several NMFA Recommendations in Report Released Today

Apr 11, 2024

Recommendations for enhancing military families’ well-being include improvements in pay, housing, affordable child care, and more.

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Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024

Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024

Jan 19, 2024

NMFA spent 2023 standing up for military families by providing dynamic programming and legislative solutions for better quality of life.

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NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

Dec 18, 2023

Military Spouse Employment Provisions Include Assistance For Telework, Student Loan Repayment, and Certifications

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More Than A Spouse: Remembering Joanne Holbrook Patton

More Than A Spouse: Remembering Joanne Holbrook Patton

Nov 1, 2023

A military kid, military spouse, and military family champion, Joanne Holbrook Patton continues to inspire us today.

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There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block

There’s A Way Around the Promotion Block

Oct 5, 2023

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

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What We Know About Military Family Child Care

What We Know About Military Family Child Care

Jul 25, 2023

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

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An Update on the Military Spouse Hiring Act

An Update on the Military Spouse Hiring Act

Jun 20, 2023

NMFA continues to work on getting the Military Spouse Hiring Act passed in Congress. Here’s an update and how you can help.

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New Proposal Could Impact Military Spouse Employment

New Proposal Could Impact Military Spouse Employment

Jun 15, 2023

The National Military Family Association advocates for policy changes to alleviate the problem of military spouse unemployment.

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Donor Spotlight: Fisher House Foundation

Donor Spotlight: Fisher House Foundation

Apr 18, 2023

Since 2008, Fisher House Foundation has supported 2,300 military spouses through NMFA’s Military Spouse Education and Employment Program.

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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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The government shutdown may be over, but military families continue to face financial, emotional, and logistical challenges as they work to recover from its lasting impacts.

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

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Meet Chelsea Schroeder, a military spouse and career coach helping veterans and families find purpose through meaningful employment and resilience in military life.

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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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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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More Than A Spouse

Celebrating military spouses’ strengths, stories, empowerment.
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Military Teens Vote

Empowering teen voices in elections process.
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