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State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®

State of the Military Family℠ Summit 2025: Together We’re Stronger®

May 10, 2025

Military spouses, advocates, and leaders came together in Washington, D.C. to address critical issues facing military families.

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Let’s Talk It Up! Mental Health and the Military Family

Let’s Talk It Up! Mental Health and the Military Family

May 1, 2025

Prioritize your family’s mental health by exploring resources and support tailored to the unique challenges of military life.

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What Military Families Need to Know About High School Stabilization

What Military Families Need to Know About High School Stabilization

Apr 28, 2025

Military teens can stay put for junior or senior year with the High School Stabilization Program. Plan early for stability!

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Military Families Speak Out on the High Cost of TRICARE Young Adult

Military Families Speak Out on the High Cost of TRICARE Young Adult

Apr 17, 2025

TRICARE Young Adult is a financial strain for military families with young adult dependents and we demand change.

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Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Middle School Charity Challenge Supports NMFA’s Mission

Apr 8, 2025

The “Charity Challenge” project at Wadsworth Middle School inspires students to advocate for causes such as supporting military families.

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Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

Celebrating Military Kids by Going Purple

Mar 31, 2025

During the Month of the Military Child, we recognize and celebrate the extraordinary, yet often unsung, heroes. Purple Up to show support.

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Must-Have Discounts for Military Families This Year

Must-Have Discounts for Military Families This Year

Mar 3, 2025

From travel and entertainment to retail and dining, there are many discounts available to military families.

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2025 Operation Purple® Camp Locations Announced

2025 Operation Purple® Camp Locations Announced

Feb 3, 2025

Operation Purple Camp applications are opening soon. Find out about camp dates, locations, and eligibility today.

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November is Military Family Appreciation Month

November is Military Family Appreciation Month

Nov 1, 2024

For 55 years, NMFA has celebrated and served our military families who have sacrificed so much for all of us.

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Through Their Eyes: 2024 Military Teen Experience Survey Results

Through Their Eyes: 2024 Military Teen Experience Survey Results

Oct 27, 2024

NMFA’s 2024 Military Teen Experience Survey provides the latest research and insights into the significant mental health, financial, and emotional challenges faced by military-connected teens and how they overcome them.

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Operation Purple® Camp: A Place Where Military Kids Belong

At Operation Purple® Camp, military kids find friendship, adventure, and a community that understands military life. See what one unforgettable week can mean.

August State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Discover how NMFA is supporting military kids and teens through Operation Purple® Camp, the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey, and military family advocacy.

“I Will Always Be a Nurse”: How Breanna Balances Nursing and Military Life

Navy spouse Breanna shares the unseen sacrifices of sustaining a nursing career through PCS moves, deployments, parenthood and professional setbacks.

NMFA and National University’s Sanford Harmony Explore Findings from the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey

Explore key takeaways from Breakfast & Belonging: Understanding the Military Teen Experience, hosted by the National Military Family Association in partnership with National University’s Sanford Harmony Program, and discover the findings of the 2026 Military Teen Experience Survey.

How NMFA Scholarship Recipient Chelsea Thomas Supports Military Families Navigating Geo-baching

Meet NMFA Scholarship Recipient Chelsea Thomas, founder of Family in Flight, and discover how she’s supporting military families navigating geo-baching.

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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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Military Family Voting

Voting guidance for military families.
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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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Spotlight on Military Spouse Nurses

Are you a military spouse nurse? We’d love to feature your story.
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