Empowering Military Families To Thrive

Five & Thrive brings military leaders, community partners, and military families together to tackle the top five quality of life issues:
child care, education, healthcare, housing, and spouse employment.

Thrive Guides

Built by Military Families, for Military Families

Created for military families by military spouses, the Thrive Guide serves as a comprehensive resource to support families at all levels.

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Community Solutions

Local Action.
Lasting Impact.

Community Solutions are innovative, grassroots efforts that address the top five quality-of-life issues where military families live and serve. These initiatives bring together local leaders, organizations, and families to drive real change.

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Spotlights

Brewing Up Something Bigger

Air Force spouse Sydney Wilkerson is brewing something special at Barksdale Air Force Base—and it goes far beyond the coffee being poured into the cups. Discover how Air Force spouse Sydney Wilkerson turned one welcoming space into a powerful recipe for opportunity and belonging.

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The Situation Report

Volume 61
October 2026

This month’s SITREP, sponsored by PCSI, shines a light on resources and shares tools to help Exceptional Family Member Program (EFMP) families find the support they need.

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