The DHS shutdown is ongoing, military spouses are America’s answer to the nursing shortage and the 2026 Operation Purple® Summer Challenge applications are now open.
March State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter
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More Than a Spouse: Supporting Mental Health Through Connection and Community
Military spouse Crystal Bettenhausen-Bubulka built Strength in Service to support mental health, connection, and career pathways for military spouse professionals.
Two Forms of Service: Krista’s Journey as a Military Spouse in Nursing
When nursing and military life intersect, communities are strengthened. One military spouse nurse shares her journey of service, identity, and perseverance.
Practical Tips to Translate Your Military Spouse Experience into Professional Success
Discover how to translate military spouse experience into professional strength by framing your skills, leadership, and resilience with confidence.
More Than a Spouse: Taking the Leap, One Step at a Time
In this More Than a Spouse feature, Melissa reflects on building a career, taking risks, and choosing herself amid military life.
PCS: Different Generations, Enduring Challenges
From military child to military spouse, a recent PCS reveals how challenges persist across generations and why advocacy for military families still matters.
Shutdown Looms Again: Military Families Should Prepare
As Congress nears a funding deadline, military families face renewed uncertainty. Learn how a potential government shutdown could affect pay, benefits, services, and daily life—and what protections remain in place.
Your Higher Education Game Plan: Five Smart Moves for Military Spouses
Education planning can feel overwhelming for military spouses. This guide outlines five smart moves to help you start or restart school with clarity and confidence.
The Gift of Stability: How You Can Strengthen Military Families This Holiday Season
Support military families this holiday season. Your generosity fuels NMFA programs that empower teens, strengthen spouses, and create lasting change.
Military Families Reflect: Finding Hope in Uncertain Times
In a challenging year, military families continue to show strength and hope. NMFA reflects on resilience, community, and the road ahead.
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