Military Family News
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NMFA Year in Review
2024 has highlighted the strength and unity of our community as we advance our mission to serve and support military families.
FY 2025 NDAA: Many Wins, a Few Disappointments for Military Families
NMFA breaks down FY 2025 for military families – what’s included, what’s left out, and what we will focus on this year.
Must Know Scholarship Programs for Military Spouses
NMFA and partner scholarship opportunities for military spouses.
TRICARE West Region Changes: Urgent Action Required
Don’t risk losing your TRICARE coverage! You must update your payment information with TriWest Healthcare Alliance before January 1, 2025.
Celebrating Excellence: NMFA’s 2024 Support of Military Families Award Recipients
NMFA honors Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III and the House Armed Services Committee Quality of Life Panel for supporting military families.
Congress Finalizes Defense Spending Bill with Landmark Support for Military Families
The FY 2025 NDAA agreement includes provisions for military families on compensation, child care access, spouse support, and BNA.
Making the Holidays Bright on a Budget: 5 Tips for Military Families
A list you don’t have to check twice! Our top five tips to help military families navigate financial challenges during the holiday season.
More Than A Spouse: A Career Reflecting Personal Journey and Passions
Air Force spouse Amy Damele found both financial support and a sense of community through NMFA’s Joanne Holbrook Patton Military Spouse Scholarship Program.
Military Families, America Needs You
We’re reaching out to President Trump today to make sure he puts military families’ needs at the top of his agenda.
A Letter to President Trump
We count on you to ensure that our service members and their families are supported by the policies and legislation they need to keep serving our nation.