Real Stories

Military Spouses Honored by NMFA and Fisher House Foundation
Military Spouses Honored by NMFA and Fisher House Foundation “One of our best assets as military spouses is our ability to pivot at a moment’s notice.” Tara Smith speaks from experience. She is in the final year of earning her Master’s in Social Work, works full time,...

Inexpensive Holiday Crafts for Military Families
Grab some paper, popcorn, and hot cocoa and try these easy DIY crafts that will have your military family in the holiday spirit in time!

Holiday Budgets for Military Families: 5 Tips to Stay on Track
Our friends at GEICO Military have some tips that can help keep you on track to keep your spirits bright.

Nine Caregivers of Wounded Warriors Awarded 2020 Pillars of Strength Scholarships
Nine military spouse caregivers were honored as 2020 Pillars of Strength scholarship recipients. All are pursuing education goals while caring for a wounded service member.

How Military Families Can Get Financial Assistance for Virtual School Expenses
Does your military family need help paying for pandemic-related school costs? These resources can help.

7 Pro Tips for Military Spouses Renewing a Professional License
Transferring or renewing an occupational license in a new state can be confusing. These seven tips from military spouse pros can help you clear the hurdles to make the process seamless.

Military Spouses and Professional Licenses: An Unsolvable Game?
Military spouses hoping to transfer their professional licenses say the process can feel like a scrambled Rubik’s Cube. Despite the difficulty, spouses are still trying to win.

NMFA and Socratic Arts Announce Cyber Security Scholarship for Military Spouses
The National Military Family Association (NMFA) and Socratic Arts, a leader in online learning, have launched a partnership to encourage military spouses and other military family members to achieve success as cybersecurity professionals.

Military Spouses Cross the Finish Line, Thanks to a Special Donor
NMFA has helped military spouses in their educational pursuits since 2004. Two special military spouses received awards to pay for college and cross the finish line, thanks to NMFA supporter and special donor, the Sellier Family Foundation.

3 Reasons to Stay Home and Watch “A Capitol Fourth”
This year’s July 4th tradition, much like their Memorial Day concert, will pivot to a completely virtual experience. Here are three reasons you should stay home this evening and watch the 40th anniversary presentation of A Capitol Fourth!