Operation Advocacy
Since 1969, NMFA has championed the needs of military families and elevated their voices through powerful advocacy. From urging Congress to act through letter-writing campaigns to monitoring key bills and delivering testimony, we amplify the voices of military families where it matters most. Every action we take reinforces what our community already knows: military families serve too.
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.
Practical Tips to Translate Your Military Spouse Experience into Professional Success
Discover how to translate military spouse experience into professional strength by framing your skills, leadership, and resilience with confidence.
The Fight for Safer Military Family Housing
After toxic mold devastated her family’s health and home, military spouse Erica Thompson is advocating for the Military Occupancy Living Defense Act (MOLD Act) to ensure safer, healthier housing for military families.
State of the Military Family® Programs + Advocacy
Military Spouse Scholarships
NMFA offers military spouse scholarships ranging from $500 – $5000 for eligible spouses.
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
Collecting meaningful data to gain insight into the critical areas affecting military family well-being.












