Now in Effect: New USPS Shipping Requirement for Shipping Cremated Remains March 06, 2025 The United States Postal Service (USPS) is the only shipping company that ships cremated remains. As previously reported, to increase the visibility of packages containing cremated remains and to ensure those packages are more secure for processing and a timely delivery, effective March 1, 2025, cus...
Deadlines Set for Compliance with Corporate Transparency Act February 24, 2025 By Christopher Farmer, NFDA Legal Counsel As NFDA announced last week (see article), all pending stays of the Corporate Transparency Act have been lifted. As the original deadline has passed, the FinCEN (Financial Crimes Enforcement Network) has announced that the new filing deadline for most bus...
The Funeral Service Foundation Launches Spring 2025 Scholarship Season February 21, 2025 The Funeral Service Foundation is accepting academic and professional development scholarship applications at FuneralServiceFoundation.org for more than 25 Academic Scholarships, 10 Certified Celebrant Training Scholarships, five scholarships to attend the NFDA Embalming & Restorative Arts ...
NFDA Embalming Seminar: Scholarships Available – Spots Filling Fast! February 21, 2025 The 2025 NFDA Embalming & Restorative Art Seminar is set for May 7-9 at the Pittsburgh Institute of Mortuary Science, offering an exclusive experience with live embalming demonstrations and expert-led hands-on training using Headzo models. Scholarships are available! The Funeral Service Found...
Secure Your Spot at the 2025 NFDA Advocacy Summit – Early Bird Deadline is March 7 February 21, 2025 Time is running out to take advantage of early-bird pricing and secure your hotel accommodations for the 2025 NFDA Advocacy Summit, happening April 9-11 at the historic Mayflower Hotel in Washington, D.C. By registering before March 7, you’ll save on the registration fee and ensure NFDA has...
It's Time for Your Dedication to be Recognized February 21, 2025 Every day, you and your team go above and beyond for the families and communities you serve. Now, it’s time for your dedication to be recognized. For 45 years, NFDA’s Pursuit of Excellence Program has honored funeral homes that exemplify the highest standards of service, profession...
New Remembering A Life Podcast Episode Alert February 21, 2025 Funerals 101: Why Funerals Still Matter in Today’s World Nicholas Welzenbach grew up in funeral service but as a young person he pursued his passions of surfing and skateboarding, convinced being a funeral director was not for him. But the profession kept drawing him back in. Now, as managi...
Dreaming of a Spring Break Getaway? February 20, 2025 Have you been dreaming about your summer vacation? The NFDA Discount Advantage Program can help you save big.
Legal Update: Injunction Lifted on Corporate Transparency Act February 20, 2025 by Christopher Farmer, NFDA General Counsel A federal court in Texas has lifted its nationwide injunction, which halted the filing of beneficial ownership information collection under the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA). At this time, even though other courts are reviewing challenges to the A...
Lead with Purpose: Apply for NFDA’s National Emerging Leaders Program Today February 17, 2025 NFDA has begun accepting applications for the 2025-26 National Emerging Leaders Program. Since its inception, this transformative program has nurtured 58 funeral service professionals, equipping them with the skills, knowledge and confidence to excel as leaders in their funeral homes, communities, a...