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TRICARE Young Adult Costs Are Forcing Hard Choices: Congress Can Fix It

TRICARE Young Adult Costs Are Forcing Hard Choices: Congress Can Fix It

Nov 19, 2025

Military families are facing skyrocketing TRICARE Young Adult costs, and Congress must act to align coverage with civilian standards and protect young adult dependents.

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The Government Shutdown Is Over: But the Impact on Military Families Isn’t

The Government Shutdown Is Over: But the Impact on Military Families Isn’t

Nov 13, 2025

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.

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Senate Considers Bill to Guarantee Military Pay During Future Shutdowns

Senate Considers Bill to Guarantee Military Pay During Future Shutdowns

Oct 21, 2025

NMFA explains how the new Shutdown Fairness Act could protect military pay during government shutdowns, how it differs from the Pay Our Troops Act, and what gaps still threaten military family stability.

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The U.S. Government is Shutdown. What Does This Mean for Military Families?

The U.S. Government is Shutdown. What Does This Mean for Military Families?

Oct 3, 2025

The October 1 government shutdown threatens military pay and disrupts vital services for families.

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The U.S. is Heading for a Government Shutdown. What Does it Mean for Military Families?

The U.S. is Heading for a Government Shutdown. What Does it Mean for Military Families?

Sep 29, 2025

As the U.S. faces a potential government shutdown on October 1, here’s what military families can expect regarding pay, services, and support.

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Honoring a Legacy: A Devout Advocate for Military Families

Honoring a Legacy: A Devout Advocate for Military Families

Aug 26, 2024

Linda Ruth Hatcher, a longtime NMFA supporter, is remembered as a devoted advocate and champion for military families.

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Listen Up Congress: Military Families Are Speaking to You

Listen Up Congress: Military Families Are Speaking to You

Aug 6, 2024

Congress must include the HASC Quality of Life Panel recommendations in the FY2025 NDAA to address military families’ most urgent needs.

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More Than a Spouse: Kamaria Is Building Something of Her Own

Kamaria is creating her own path as a military spouse, balancing career, education, and ambition while building stability on her own terms.

April State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

NMFA CEO Besa Pinchotti shares updates on displaced military families, Operation Purple opportunities for military kids, and upcoming military spouse advocacy on Capitol Hill.

Aislinn’s Story: Nursing, Service, and Building a Career in Motion

: Follow Aislinn’s journey as a military spouse nurse balancing career, family, and constant moves while strengthening communities and the healthcare workforce.

How to Help Military Families Right Now

Military life moves fast. Right now, families across the country — and around the world — are navigating deployments, displacement, and uncertainty that most Americans aren’t seeing. Here’s what’s happening, and what you can do about it.

Facing The Unknown: Resources for Displaced Military Families

Resources for displaced military families after Middle East evacuations, including healthcare, education, and financial support guidance.

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NMFA At A Glance

Overview of NMFA’s mission & impact.
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Mission

Identifying & solving unique military life challenges.
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Research + Insights

Data-driven insights informing advocacy & programs.
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Leadership + Staff

Experts guiding NMFA’s mission & strategy.
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State Of The Military Family

Annual summit addressing military family challenges.
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Supporters

Corporate & individual supporter recognition.
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Video Newsletters

Monthly video newsletters with family insights.
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Financials

Nonprofit financial transparency: reports, audits, tax documents.
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Testimonials

Stories highlighting impact of support programs.
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Press

Latest news, announcements, & media resources.
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Careers

Flexible, collaborative workplace strengthening military families.
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Bloom Military Teen Program

Inspiring military teens through storytelling & community.
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Operation Purple® Camp

Free camps supporting military kids’ well-being.
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Operation Purple® Summer Challenge

Family fun, adventure, STEM, & connection.
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Spouse Scholarships + Careers

Education, career, & business funding opportunities.
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Adoption

Adoption information & benefits for military families.
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Deployment

Guidance for before, during, after deployment.
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Kids Education

Tools for navigating military child education.
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Military Family News

News & updates affecting military families.
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Leave Options for Military Families

Explains Paid Family Leave & eligibility.
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Relocation + PCS

Resources easing military PCS moving stress.
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Child Care

Child care challenges & support priorities.
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EFMP + Special Needs

Support, referrals, & services for families.
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Licensing + Certification

Military spouse licensing challenges & resources.
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Separation + Divorce

Military separation & divorce resources.
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Policy Issues

Highlighting & acting on family priorities.
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Ways To Give

Give now to strengthen military families.
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Planned Giving

Planned gifts sustain support for families.
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More Than A Spouse

Celebrating military spouses’ strengths, stories, empowerment.
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Military Teens Vote

Empowering teen voices in elections process.
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