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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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WIC and the Military Family: More than Nutrition

WIC and the Military Family: More than Nutrition

Jan 29, 2024

Military families benefit from the WIC Program in more ways than one.

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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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Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk

Threatened Cuts to WIC Program Put Military Families at Risk

Sep 27, 2023

Military families should have the security of knowing that their children have enough to eat, especially because they sacrifice so much.

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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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New Proposal Could Impact Military Spouse Employment

New Proposal Could Impact Military Spouse Employment

Jun 15, 2023

The National Military Family Association advocates for policy changes to alleviate the problem of military spouse unemployment.

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Career and Education: A Military Spouse Edition

Career and Education: A Military Spouse Edition

Feb 24, 2023

We’ve gathered our best resources for you to feel confident, prepared, and supported in making your professional dreams a reality.

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Act Now: Speak Up for Military Spouses

Act Now: Speak Up for Military Spouses

Oct 7, 2022

The Michigan Legislature passed the Uniformed Service Member Absentee Ballot Act, which aims to ease the voting process for those serving in the U.S.

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From One Military Spouse to Another: I Appreciate You

From One Military Spouse to Another: I Appreciate You

May 5, 2022

A running joke, at least in my circle, is the only people who remember it’s Military Spouse Appreciation Day are military spouses themselves.

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2022 State of the Military Family Summit

2022 State of the Military Family Summit

Apr 19, 2022

The key takeaway from this event: we need to listen to our military teens and collaborate with them to enable their successes in life.

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Shutdown Impact Series: PCS Disruptions Leave Military Families in Limbo

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

Senate Considers Bill to Guarantee Military Pay During Future Shutdowns

NMFA explains how the new Shutdown Fairness Act could protect military pay during government shutdowns, how it differs from the Pay Our Troops Act, and what gaps still threaten military family stability.

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

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

October State of the Military Family® Video Newsletter

NMFA calls on Congress to protect military families from pay disruptions and uphold their commitment to those who serve.

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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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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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