What We Do
In addition to our advocacy work, NMFA meets the immediate needs of America’s military families with programs designed to support their financial security, well-being, and quality of life, including scholarships for military spouses, support and skill development for military teens, and summer camps for military kids in areas with the highest financial stress.
Military Family News
WIC and the Military Family: More than Nutrition
Military families benefit from the WIC Program in more ways than one.
WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families
Congress has not yet acted to fully fund the WIC Program, putting many military families at risk of getting healthy food on their tables.
Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024
NMFA spent 2023 standing up for military families by providing dynamic programming and legislative solutions for better quality of life.
Programs
Most Americans understand how important it is to support our troops. But NMFA believes it’s important to support their 2.8 million family members, too. Here’s how our programs help:
Military Spouse Scholarships
NMFA offers military spouse scholarships ranging from $500 – $2500 for eligible spouses.
Operation Purple Family Programs
Military families spend quality time reconnecting in a beautiful outdoor environment.
Research + Insights
Collecting meaningful data to gain insight into the critical areas affecting military family well-being.