Military Family News

What Can You Expect from the Veterans Administration (VA) in a Shutdown?
While we don’t yet have guidance from DoD, here’s what we know from VA.

Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk
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
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.

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: David Nokes
NMFA recognizes David Nokes as a valuable ally to military families and a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

Impact Aid: Funding That Positively Impacts Education Services for Military Kids
Military families should fill out the Impact Aid form with their child’s school district to ensure their school receives much-needed funding.

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Edith Smith
NMFA recognizes Edith Smith as a pioneer in the advocacy work of military families and as a recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

NMFA’s 2023 Support of Military Families Awardee: Senator Tammy Duckworth
NMFA recognizes Senator Tammy Duckworth as a champion of military families and recipient of our 2023 Support of Military Families Award.

OPC Impact Stories – August 2023
NMFA makes a lasting impact on military kids with Operation Purple Camp! See why campers, Lucas and Myah, say it is awesome.

NDAA Update: NMFA Takes a Stand for Military Families
NMFA provides its thoughts on the current state of the NDAA with a letter to conferees as the House and Senate move to finalize it.

How to Select the Right TRICARE Plan for Your College Student
Military families have health care coverage options for their college-aged kids and NMFA shares what to consider when choosing one.