Military Family News
Two Forms of Service: Krista’s Journey as a Military Spouse in Nursing
When nursing and military life intersect, communities are strengthened. One military spouse nurse shares her journey of service, identity, and perseverance.
State of the Military Family® Programs + Advocacy
Since 1969, the National Military Family Association (NMFA) has been a dedicated advocate for military families, collaborating with them to identify challenges and create lasting solutions. Through education and partnerships with government officials, members of Congress, and key decision-makers, NMFA ensures that the voices of military families are heard in the policymaking process.
Putting military family issues at the forefront of key conversations.
MILITARY SPOUSE SCHOLARSHIPS
MILITARY SPOUSE SCHOLARSHIPS
NMFA offers military spouse scholarships ranging from $500 – $2500 for eligible spouses.
OPERATION PURPLE® CAMP
OPERATION PURPLE® CAMP
Free week of camp where military kids connect with each other and have fun.
STATE OF THE MILITARY FAMILY® SUMMIT
STATE OF THE MILITARY FAMILY® SUMMIT
Senior leaders, policy makers, partners, and military family members uniting to address the unique challenges of military life.
RESEARCH + INSIGHTS
RESEARCH + INSIGHTS
Collecting meaningful data to gain insight into the critical areas affecting military family well-being.
BLOOM
BLOOM
Elevating authentic voices of military teens to amplify their experiences and connect them to their peers.
State of the Military Family® By The Numbers
1.1M+
current military family members
700K+
current military spouses
0.1M+
current military kids
1.1M+
military-connected kids growing up in a home with a disabled veteran
2K+
military families NMFA works with every year through research and programming
1K+
military teens participate in our annual Military Teen Experience Survey


