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More Than A Spouse: Finding Beauty in the Military Life

More Than A Spouse: Finding Beauty in the Military Life

May 7, 2024

Alexa Munsell shares how cosmetology gave her employment flexibility and purpose while also finding joy and connection in military life.

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More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

More Than A Spouse: Turning a Dream into a Doctorate

May 1, 2024

“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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NMFA’s State of the Military Family Summit Examines the Cost of Service

NMFA’s State of the Military Family Summit Examines the Cost of Service

Apr 23, 2024

The event was full of military spouses sharing their wisdom, asking hard questions, and offering suggestions on how we can support them.

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More Than A Spouse: A Career Journey Rooted in Confidence and Support

More Than A Spouse: A Career Journey Rooted in Confidence and Support

Apr 18, 2024

Wykita Burns found confidence in her career journey by embracing her military spouse status and thrived through support from her community.

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Quality Of Life Panel Includes Several NMFA Recommendations in Report Released Today

Quality Of Life Panel Includes Several NMFA Recommendations in Report Released Today

Apr 11, 2024

Recommendations for enhancing military families’ well-being include improvements in pay, housing, affordable child care, and more.

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Together We’re Stronger®: Brandon Boswell

Together We’re Stronger®: Brandon Boswell

Apr 4, 2024

“I can’t fully comprehend what military families go through, but I’ve lived here a long time and had a lot of military friends come and go. I’m just grateful for their sacrifices.”

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DoD Policy Expands Access to Assisted Reproduction

DoD Policy Expands Access to Assisted Reproduction

Mar 12, 2024

NMFA will continue to advocate the extension of access to include all military families struggling with infertility.

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WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families

WIC Program at Risk – Congress Must Act to Fund Program Essential to Military Families

Jan 22, 2024

Congress has not yet acted to fully fund the WIC Program, putting many military families at risk of getting healthy food on their tables.

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Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024

Military Family Impact: Celebrating Victories and Moving Ahead for a Better 2024

Jan 19, 2024

NMFA spent 2023 standing up for military families by providing dynamic programming and legislative solutions for better quality of life.

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Military Families Voices Needed on TRICARE Autism Program

Military Families Voices Needed on TRICARE Autism Program

Jan 2, 2024

An independent review of TRICARE’s Autism Care Demonstration is underway and comments from military families are requested by January 11.

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NMFA and Fisher House Unite to Celebrate Scholarship Recipients

NMFA and Fisher House Foundation honor military spouses with scholarships that empower their education, careers, and resilience while strengthening military families and communities.

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

August & September State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Honor 9/11, support military families, and take action to ensure they receive equal access to IVF through the FY 2026 NDAA.

From Dreams to Degrees: One Scholarship Recipient’s Story

Cathy Ann Ivory’s journey shows how NMFA’s Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship eased financial strain and empowered her to become a Family Nurse Practitioner serving military families.

Rebuilding Your Support System After a PCS: Why Community Matters More Than Ever

Every PCS brings challenges and possibilities, reminding military spouses that rebuilding community is key to belonging and finding new strength in each place.

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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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