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
The Government Shutdown Is Over: But the Impact on Military Families Isn’t
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.
When Service Becomes a Way of Life: A Veterans Day Reflection on Purpose
A Veterans Day reflection on what it means to carry the spirit of service into every chapter of life.
More Than A Spouse: Chelsea Schroeder’s Journey of Purpose-Driven Service
Meet Chelsea Schroeder, a military spouse and career coach helping veterans and families find purpose through meaningful employment and resilience in military life.
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.











