Join the Conversation: NFDA’s Digging In Discussion Series Kicks Off in April March 23, 2025 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is pleased to announce the launch of Digging In, a new live, monthly virtual discussion series designed to foster networking and meaningful conversations among funeral service professionals. The inaugural discussion will take place April 23 from 6-7 ...
Funeral Service Trailblazer Katey Houston Named 2025 NFDA Inspiration Award Winner March 23, 2025 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is proud to announce that Katey Houston of Return Home in Auburn, Washington, has been selected as the recipient of the 2025 NFDA Inspiration Award. Sponsored by National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL), this prestigious award honors an excepti...
Mental Health Hub: Fuel Your Mind and Body March 21, 2025 By SupportLinc, NFDA's Member Assistance Program Your diet and overall well-being are closely linked. If you’ve ever felt tired after eating a large dessert or anxious after drinking caffeine, you understand how the fuel you give your body also affects your mind. When you recognize how ...
Shine a Spotlight on Your Brilliant Ideas March 21, 2025 Every day, funeral homes across the country and around the world develop innovative ways to support grieving families and serve their communities. Whether it’s a unique memorial event, an impactful community outreach program or a fresh approach to helping families navigate loss, these ide...
Grow, Acquire or Transition: NFDA Endorsed Providers Are Here to Help You Thrive March 20, 2025 Whether you're looking to expand your business, acquire your first funeral home or start planning your exit strategy, NFDA Endorsed Providers Foresight and Johnson Consulting Group are ready to help you plant the seeds of success! In a recent survey of NFDA members, nearly half (45.9%) i...
Do You Have a Real ID? March 16, 2025 The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) is reminding Americans that REAL ID enforcement will start in 2025! Beginning May 7, 2025, every air traveler must present a REAL ID-compliant driver’s license, state-issued ID card, or other acceptable forms of identification (e.g., a valid passport o...
Who Will Lead NFDA? Meet the 2025 NFDA Election Candidates March 12, 2025 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) Leadership Development Committee has announced the slate of qualified candidates for open positions on the NFDA Board of Directors. Click here to read the full announcement of the candidates.
Honoring You on National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day (March 11) March 09, 2025 On March 11, we take a moment to recognize and celebrate the dedication, compassion and professionalism of funeral directors and morticians across the country. National Funeral Director and Mortician Recognition Day is an opportunity to acknowledge the essential role you play in helping families nav...
Invest in the Future of Your Funeral Home: Support Your Rising Leaders March 07, 2025 As a funeral home owner or manager, you know that the strength of your business depends on the dedication, skill and leadership of your team. The future of funeral service is shaped by today’s emerging professionals - those eager to grow, innovate and lead. NFDA’s National Emer...
You Support Families - Now Let NFDA Support You March 07, 2025 As a funeral service professional, you dedicate yourself to supporting grieving families during their most difficult moments. But who supports you? The demands of this profession can take a toll, leading to stress, compassion fatigue and burnout. NFDA deeply cares about your well-being and i...