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Shutdown Impact Series: PCS Disruptions Leave Military Families in Limbo

Shutdown Impact Series: PCS Disruptions Leave Military Families in Limbo

Oct 23, 2025

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

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April 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

April 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

Apr 9, 2025

This issue features our Purple Up sweepstakes, Operation Purple® Summer Challenge registration, student support for military families, and ongoing PCS struggles.

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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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March 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

March 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

Mar 20, 2025

In this edition, we honor Fisher House, call on military families to share PCS challenges, and announce our May events.

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Military Families Struggle with Flawed Moving System

Military Families Struggle with Flawed Moving System

Jan 29, 2025

Changes need to be made so military families aren’t forced into debt because of a military move. Share your story.

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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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NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

NDAA Update: Some Military Spouse Employment Provisions Included

Dec 18, 2023

Military Spouse Employment Provisions Include Assistance For Telework, Student Loan Repayment, and Certifications

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What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

What Military Families Need to Know if there is a Government Shutdown

Sep 26, 2023

While we hope a government shutdown can be avoided, NMFA has been on the Hill and working with DoD to get as much helpful information as we can.

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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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The Call of Duty That Impacts Military Families: A Permanent Change of Station

The Call of Duty That Impacts Military Families: A Permanent Change of Station

Sep 19, 2022

At NMFA, we know the importance of easy access to resources as you navigate a PCS, and we are here to help.

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NMFA’s 2025 Year in Review

NMFA’s 2025 Year in Review highlights advocacy wins, impactful programs, and the collective strength of military families working together to drive meaningful change nationwide.

Portable Traditions: How Military Families Make the Holidays Bright

Military families share how portable traditions help them create warmth, connection, and a sense of home during the holidays, wherever they are stationed.

Congress Passes National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2026: What’s in it for Military Families?

Congress has passed the FY 2026 NDAA, bringing pay raises, child care support, education benefits, and PCS improvements for military families.

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