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Communication is Key with Military Teens

Communication is Key with Military Teens

Jul 11, 2023

Parents of military teens often face challenges in understanding the growing pains of their teens, so we’ve gathered tips to help open the lines of communication.

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Permanent Change of Station: Tips to Help with Your Move

Permanent Change of Station: Tips to Help with Your Move

Jun 6, 2023

Military families are gearing up for peak PCS season. We have you covered from orders in hand to new home.

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Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families

Drill Weekend Child Care Pilot May Help Army Families

May 16, 2023

Army unveils new child care pilot program for Guard and Reserve families with plans to expand.

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Military Families, Advocates Urge White House Conference on Hunger to Address Their Concerns on Food Insecurity

Military Families, Advocates Urge White House Conference on Hunger to Address Their Concerns on Food Insecurity

Sep 27, 2022

According to the Department of Defense, an unacceptable 24% of military families are food insecure – there is a food pantry on or near every single US military base.

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How to Be Your Military Child’s Best Education Advocate? Speak Up and Be Resilient

How to Be Your Military Child’s Best Education Advocate? Speak Up and Be Resilient

Jul 11, 2022

Stories of parents, educators, and advocates for equal education to help make your child’s next school transition as smooth as possible.

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Sesame Street for Military Families Empowers Kids Who Serve, Too

Sesame Street for Military Families Empowers Kids Who Serve, Too

Feb 14, 2022

Navigating the realities of military life can be difficult with little ones. Thanks to our partners, educating and empowering military kids can be fun, accessible, and relational.

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Military Families Serve Too: Honoring Military Family Appreciation Month

Celebrate Military Family Appreciation Month with NMFA as we honor the strength, devotion, and service of families who stand united through every chapter.

Government Shutdown Update: No End in Sight

The ongoing government shutdown continues with no resolution in sight, placing financial strain on military and veteran families. Find updated support resources and share your story.

Shutdown Impact Series: Healthcare Uncertainty for Military Families

Military families share how the government shutdown is disrupting access to health care, TRICARE services, and vital medical support.

Military Family Food Insecurity Isn’t New, But the Shutdown Made it Impossible to Ignore

Missed paychecks reveal a crisis beneath the headlines: military families fighting food insecurity while serving our nation.

Shutdown Impact Series: PCS Disruptions Leave Military Families in Limbo

As the government shutdown continues, military families caught mid-PCS are facing mounting uncertainty, financial strain, and disruption.

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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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Paid Family Leave

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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