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Military Families Should Consider Estate Planning This National Estate Planning Awareness Week

Military Families Should Consider Estate Planning This National Estate Planning Awareness Week

Oct 20, 2025

NMFA and LifeLegacy can help you safeguard your assets, protect your loved ones, and create a lasting legacy. Plan for the future now.

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When the Government Shuts Down, Military Families Feel the Impact

When the Government Shuts Down, Military Families Feel the Impact

Oct 14, 2025

No family who serves our nation should have to worry about a missed paycheck. Together, we can help protect their stability and peace of mind.

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Military Family Guide: What Are You Seeing This School Year in Special Education and Accommodations?

Military Family Guide: What Are You Seeing This School Year in Special Education and Accommodations?

Sep 28, 2025

What are you seeing this school year? Tell us how your family is navigating school transitions, IEPs, and accommodations so we can lift up your story.

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August & September State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

August & September State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

Sep 11, 2025

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

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Operation Purple Camp: A Community for Military Kids Across America

Operation Purple Camp: A Community for Military Kids Across America

Aug 18, 2025

Operation Purple Camp brought together over 1,200 military-connected kids and teens this summer for a free week of adventure, friendship, and community.

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Extending TRICARE Coverage for Young Adult Dependents to Age 26

Extending TRICARE Coverage for Young Adult Dependents to Age 26

Aug 12, 2025

Bipartisan lawmakers are pushing to extend TRICARE dependent coverage to age 26, aligning military benefits with civilian healthcare standards and easing costs for thousands of military families.

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July 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

July 2025 State of the Military Family℠ Newsletter

Jul 15, 2025

NMFA is advocating in Washington and supporting military families through every challenge—from policy change to Operation Purple Camp, now celebrating 70,000 campers worldwide.

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Big Beautiful Bill Is Now Law: Here’s What It Means for Military Families

Big Beautiful Bill Is Now Law: Here’s What It Means for Military Families

Jul 8, 2025

President Trump’s newly signed “Big Beautiful Bill” introduces major changes in defense, healthcare, taxes, and financial protections. Learn how these shifts may directly affect military families — from housing aid and healthcare to SNAP access and tax credits.

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Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families

Your Summer Survival Guide: Top Apps for Military Families

Jul 7, 2025

Five must-have apps for military families to explore the outdoors, access free books, and attend local events during summer break.

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Family Advocacy Program: Support, Safety, and Strength for Military Families

Family Advocacy Program: Support, Safety, and Strength for Military Families

Jun 29, 2025

FAP offers military families reliable support and tools for navigating parenting, relationships, and military family life challenges.

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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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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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