Military Family News and Information for Military Families

Asian American Pacific Islanders Heritage Month: Military Families Share Their Story

May 3, 2023

Asian American and Pacific Islanders have a rich history in the military that stems from generational service to inspired service.

National Military Family Association State of the Military Family Summit 2023

Apr 27, 2023

From military spouses advocating for policy change to military teens discussing how growing up in a military family shaped their idea of service, the event highlighted the importance of service both in and out of uniform.

How to Use the GI Bill as a Dependent

Apr 23, 2023

Post-9/11 GI Bill benefits can be transferred to spouses or dependent children after meeting certain eligibility requirements.

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.

Family Readiness Groups: 6 Things Military Families Should Know

Apr 11, 2023

FRGs provide spouses and families a ‘built-in’ network for friendship, understanding, connection, and so much more.

How WIC and SNAP Can Help Your Military Family

Apr 9, 2023

Learn more about federal nutrition assistance programs, SNAP and WIC, and how they can be a resource for military families.

Donor Spotlight: Wounded Warrior Project

Mar 22, 2023

Wounded Warrior Project stands out as the longest contributing partner of NMFA’s Operation Purple Program, and we couldn’t be more grateful.

Women’s History Month: Women in Service and the Military Family Community

Feb 28, 2023

At NMFA, we have been honored to work alongside such change-makers throughout our organization’s history —service women, military spouses, and the women who make up our military community.