The 2020 NFDA Cremation and Burial Report projects the rate of cremation will reach 78.4% by 2040. Learn more about the report and how you can get a copy.  

During the Service of Remembrance at the virtual 2020 NFDA Convention, we will recognize members, employees of members, immediate family of members and retired members who have died. If there is someone you want recognized, please submit their name by July 13.

If families trust you and your staff to exceed expectations before, during and after the funeral, you may already qualify for the Pursuit of Excellence Award. Here are a few tips to help you finalize and submit your entry by the July 15 deadline.

Out of concern for the health and safety of attendees, NFDA is canceling its in-person Leadership Conference and is an all-virtual event, that will include the same dynamic speakers and opportunities for networking with peers.

The NFDA Board of Directors and staff wish you a safe and happy Fourth of July! The NFDA offices will be closed on Friday, July 3 in observance of the Independence Day holiday.

The Toxic Substances Control Act requires requires the EPA to conduct a risk assessment of certain substances to determine whether it presents a risk of injury to health or the environment. To protect the use of formaldehyde in funeral service, NFDA submitted comments explaining the significance of formaldehyde to funeral service.

You won’t want to miss our new summer Virtual Customer Experience Series presented by top-rated consumer behavior experts – and popular NFDA Convention speakers! - Rich Kizer and Georganne Bender. 

The International Conference of Funeral Service Examining Boards (The Conference) has announced a review of its Model Practice Act and invites you to provide comments.

NFDA has released Reopening Guidance for Funeral Homes During the Coronavirus Crisis, available for free as an exclusive NFDA member benefit.