In Memoriam: President James E. “Jimmy” Carter Jr. – 1924-2024 December 30, 2024 NFDA joins the nation in honoring the remarkable legacy of leadership, humanitarian service and compassion of former United States President Jimmy Carter, who dedicated his life to advancing peace, democracy and public service. While plans for his funeral are still being formalized, it is e...
The Funeral Service Foundation Awards Record Academic Scholarships December 30, 2024 Thanks to support from its generous donors, the Funeral Service Foundation awarded a record $112,500 in academic scholarships to 36 students from 15 U.S. states and five Canadian provinces for the Fall 2024 semester. Each year, the Foundation awards academic scholarships ranging from $2,500-$5,00...
New Speakers Added to Professional Women’s Conference Schedule December 30, 2024 The 2025 NFDA Professional Women’s Conference, taking place May 15-18 in Santa Ana Pueblo, NM, will offer women in the funeral service profession the opportunity to learn, recharge and reconnect. And, with the addition of three new speakers to the line-up, it will be better than ever! Be sure ...
Prioritize Your Mental Health in 2025 — Because You Matter December 29, 2024 Make 2025 the year you prioritize yourself with the same care and dedication you give to the families you serve. Funeral service is an incredibly rewarding profession, but it also comes with unique stressors that can lead to compassion fatigue and burnout. As a funeral professional, you may feel ...
Advance Your Expertise with NFDA’s Cremation Certification Program December 29, 2024 With the rising number of families choosing cremation, it’s more important than ever to ensure that your skills and knowledge remain at the forefront of the profession. NFDA offers the foremost Cremation Certification Program for funeral professionals – designed to provide you with the e...
Resolve to Get Your Affairs in Order in 2025 December 29, 2024 As we get ready to enter a new year, it's the perfect time to tackle one of the most critical goals for your business: securing its future. Resolve to get your affairs in order with expert help from NFDA Endorsed Providers Foresight and Johnson Consulting. Is Your Business Ready for the Futur...
Unlock Professional Growth: Meet the Mentors 2025 Awaits You! December 29, 2024 Are you ready to take your funeral service career to the next level? The National Funeral Directors Association's acclaimed Meet the Mentors program is back and heading to Washington, D.C., from April 8-10, 2025. This is your exclusive opportunity to connect with funeral service leaders, build l...
NFDA Legal Update: Fifth Circuit Flops its Flip; Corporate Transparency Act Filing Deadline is Off Again December 28, 2024 by Chris Farmer, NFDA General Counsel ban order issued December 26, 2024, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals has vacated its own stay of the Eastern District of Texas’s preliminary injunction of enforcement of the deadline for reporting under the Corporate Transparency Act. The Fifth Cir...
NFDA Legal Update: Fifth Circuit Lifts Preliminary Injunction on the Corporate Transparency Act; New Filing Deadline of January 13, 2025 December 24, 2024 As promised, we have been keeping an eye on challenges to the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) as it makes its way through the courts. On December 23, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals lifted the Eastern District of Texas Court’s nationwide preliminary injunction against enforcement of the...
December News Highlights from the Funeral Service Foundation December 19, 2024 Omaha-based insurer Physicians Mutual made their second pledge of $100,000 to support the Funeral Service Foundation. Learn more. Underscoring their commitment to supporting and advancing the funeral profession, Legacy.com announced its donation of $100,000 to support the Funeral Service Foundati...