About Us
MilSpouse Money Mission® is a financial education website made for military spouses to empower them in leading their families to stronger financial futures.
The Department of Defense (DoD) launched MilSpouse Money Mission as an official resource to provide relatable and trusted financial education for military spouses. Learn more about all the ways the DoD is supporting military spouses in this September 2020 congressional report.
The DoD does not endorse any private organization or entity. This website is an official DoD Resource.
About Us
MilSpouse Money Mission® is a financial education website made for military spouses to empower them in leading their families to stronger financial futures.
The Department of Defense (DoD) launched MilSpouse Money Mission as an official resource to provide relatable and trusted financial education for military spouses. Learn more about all the ways the DoD is supporting military spouses in this September 2020 congressional report.
The DoD does not endorse any private organization or entity. This website is an official DoD Resource.
Our Mission
MilSpouse Money Mission was created by a team of financial professionals who understand military life because they have experienced military life.
Our goal is to educate and empower military spouses to help them make smart money moves.
Why? Because military spouses usually manage the finances in their households, but they don’t have to do it alone.
Our team combines passion and expertise to ensure you get the most accurate and relevant information. Take comfort knowing a team of Certified Financial Planner™️ professionals and the Department of Defense Office of Financial Readiness have vetted the content on this site.
We provide free financial education and resources. We’re simply here to help!
What We Offer
Take a tour around the site! You will find a guide to explore under "Money Ready." You may explore the topics most relevant to your current situation and needs in any order you choose!
We also offer blogs, spouse videos, financial calculators, Spanish resources and quizzes. Take one quiz to learn how financially ready you are OR take one to learn your money personality.
Check out the MilLife Milestones section to learn about financial tips to help along your military journey.
Stay tuned for more tools and resources to keep this community thriving!
We hope you find our materials to be so informative, easy to understand and trustworthy that we become a significant and reliable source of financial education for you and your family.
Please share this resource with a friend or peer who may find this information helpful!
MilLife Milestones
Money Ready
Aprende Más
Our Mission
MilSpouse Money Mission was created by a team of financial professionals who understand military life because they have experienced military life.
Our goal is to educate and empower military spouses to help them make smart money moves.
Why? Because military spouses usually manage the finances in their households, but they don’t have to do it alone.
Our team combines passion and expertise to ensure you get the most accurate and relevant information. Take comfort knowing Certified Financial Planner™ professionals, an Accredited Financial Counselor® and the Department of Defense Office of Financial Readiness have vetted the content on this site.
We provide free financial education and resources. We’re simply here to help!
What We Offer
Take a tour around the site! You will find a guide to explore under "Money Ready." You may explore the topics most relevant to your current situation and needs in any order you choose!
We also offer blogs, spouse videos, financial calculators, Spanish resources and quizzes. Take one quiz to learn how financially ready you are OR take one to learn your money personality.
Check out the MilLife Milestones section to learn about financial tips to help along your military journey.
Stay tuned for more tools and resources to keep this community thriving!
We hope you find our materials to be so informative, easy to understand and trustworthy that we become a significant and reliable source of financial education for you and your family.
Please share this resource with a friend or peer who may find this information helpful!
MilLife Milestones
Money Ready
Aprende Más
Our Blogs
Disaster Preparedness: A Military Spouse’s Financial Readiness Guide
National Preparedness Month is a crucial reminder of the potential impact of both natural and man-made disasters. As a military spouse with frequent moves, you’ll want to know the risks at each duty station and update your plan accordingly. While we hope for the best, being prepared financially can significantly mitigate the stress and hardship…
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Military Consumer Month: Smart Shopping for Military Spouse
Military Consumer Month: Smart Shopping for Military Spouses Feeling empowered to make smart money moves is critical year-round, but this Military Consumer Month is dedicated to raising awareness of the importance of savvy purchasing decisions and maximizing your hard-earned money. The month isn’t just about consumer protections and avoiding scams; it’s about making conscious choices…
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Protect Your Belongings: The Importance of Insurance During a Military Move
Moving is a significant part of military life and let’s face it, packing up your cherished belongings and watching them ride off to your new location can sometimes be unsettling. One way to ease the stress of potential missing or damaged items is having adequate insurance. These simple steps can help you understand the value…
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Honoring the Heart of Our Military: The Resilient Spouses
Military spouses are the unsung heroes of our military community. Their unwavering dedication, resilience and incredible adaptability are the backbone of our military families and communities. Military spouses manage households, raise families, often pursue careers or volunteer tirelessly, all while navigating the unique challenges of military life — frequent moves, deployments, and the emotional toll…
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Giving Military Kids the Tools to Be Financially Capable
Military families are known for resilience, yet the frequent moves, deployments, and changes in income that come with military life can make financial stability feel like a juggling act. But these unique challenges may offer a golden teaching opportunity for military kids. By talking about finances openly and equipping kids with financial skills early on,…
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March Money Moves: Navigating Tax Season While Preparing for Summer Fun
As we welcome the arrival of spring and the promise of warmer weather, it’s easy to get caught up in thoughts of summer plans and family vacations. But with tax season in full swing, it’s important to balance excitement for the upcoming months with a push to wrap up tax season. While those topics couldn’t…
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Communicating with Your Partner About Finances: A February Focus on Financial Wellness
Talking Money with Your Partner As we celebrate loving relationships this month, it’s important to remember that not all conversations come up roses between couples. Sometimes discussing finances can be tricky and stir up negative emotions. Open communication about money is vital for building trust and nurturing a healthy relationship. Whether you’re a new couple…
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Build Financial Wellness from the Ground Up in 2025
There’s something magical about the ball dropping at midnight and turning the page to a new year. For an instant, it feels like you’ve got a clean slate, and anything is possible. In some ways that’s true, but as the calendar page turns, your responsibilities, bills and financial challenges remain. Many people make resolutions to…
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