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More Than A Spouse: Holly Trisch’s Story of Resilience, Innovation, and Education

More Than A Spouse: Holly Trisch’s Story of Resilience, Innovation, and Education

Sep 15, 2025 | Blog, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Relocation/PCS, Spouse Education/Employment

Holly Trisch, a civil engineer, educator, and entrepreneur, shares how adaptability and resilience have shaped her career and identity as a military spouse.

Scholarship Award Presented to Military Spouse and Nurse

Scholarship Award Presented to Military Spouse and Nurse

May 13, 2025 | Blog, Events-Awards, Financial Security, Health Care, Military Spouses, Money/Budget/Benefits, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment, State of the Military Family

Military spouse and nurse Claire Buda was awarded a $5,000 scholarship to advance her career in healthcare.

NMFA Year in Review

NMFA Year in Review

Jan 7, 2025 | Events-Awards, Featured News, Financial Security, Food Insecurity, Health Care, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, Money/Budget/Benefits, Operation Purple Programs, Spouse Education/Employment, State of the Military Family

2024 has highlighted the strength and unity of our community as we advance our mission to serve and support military families.

More Than A Spouse: Scholarship Recipient and Caregiver on a Mission to See More Families Thrive

More Than A Spouse: Scholarship Recipient and Caregiver on a Mission to See More Families Thrive

Oct 9, 2024 | Blog, Financial Security, Mental Health/Well-being, Military Kids, Military Spouses, Military Teens, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment, Survivors, Wounded Caregivers

Army spouse Kimberly Perez’s resilience, perseverance, mental agility, and commitment to her family drove her to reach her goals even when faced with challenges.

More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

May 1, 2024 | Featured News, Military Spouses, More Than A Spouse, Spouse Education/Employment, Uncategorized

“I have always worked as a civilian veterinarian on military installations. I never had the desire to work in a full civilian clinic, and I wanted to give back to my community and help the military.”

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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.

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