Foundation Surpasses $1 Million in Academic Scholarships May 30, 2025 Thanks to the generosity of its donors, the Funeral Service Foundation awarded 32 academic scholarships this spring totaling $92,500 to students across the United States and Canada. This milestone brings the Foundation’s total academic scholarship contributions to over $1 million since the pro...
NFDA Brings Arranger Training to Your Screen May 30, 2025 NFDA is expanding its popular Arranger Training program with a new, virtual offering: the Arrangement Solutions Academy. This four-week, instructor-led series brings together small groups of funeral professionals for real-world problem-solving, peer learning and expert guidance from NFDA Trainer Lan...
Reserve Your Room by June 30 for the 2025 Leadership Conference May 30, 2025 Planning to attend the 2025 NFDA Leadership Conference? Don’t forget to reserve your room by June 30 to take advantage of NFDA’s special rate at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California. Taking place August 3–6, this year’s Leadership Conference offers a unique oppo...
FAMIC Leads Profession-Wide Effort to Tackle Funeral Service Workforce Crisis May 28, 2025 New video series offers peer-driven solutions to help funeral homes recruit and retain staff The Funeral and Memorial Information Council (FAMIC), in collaboration with its member associations, has taken a proactive step in addressing one of the funeral profession’s most urgent challenges: ...
Memorial Day – NFDA Offices Closed May 22, 2025 "The legacy of heroes - the memory of a great name, and the inheritance of a great example." ~Benjamin Disraeli On this Memorial Day, the NFDA Board of Directors and staff join with the nation in honoring the sacrifices of those who paid the ultimate price for our freedom. Pleas...
Kentucky Funeral Directors Rally to Support Tornado Victims May 21, 2025 In the aftermath of devastating tornadoes that struck southeastern Kentucky earlier this month, the Funeral Directors Association of Kentucky (FDAK) is stepping up to support both the funeral service community and the families affected. Through the Alan L. Leichhardt Endowment Fund, FDAK is direc...
The NFDA-branded World Elite Business Mastercard® May 15, 2025 As an NFDA member, you can apply for the exclusive NFDA World Elite Business Card, which offers up to 10.6% cash back rewards on all your purchases and powerful benefits. You’ll find it’s a reliable expense management tool you can count on for your business needs. Learn more at NFDA.org/...
USPS Introduces Small Box and Kits for Shipping Cremated Remains May 14, 2025 As of March 1, 2025, the United States Postal Service requires the use of the Priority Mail Express (PME) Cremated Remains boxes for all cremated remains shipments (see article here). To accompany the original PME cremated remains box, USPS will now be introducing a new size that is a smaller v...
Just Weeks Left to Save: Leadership Conference Early-Bird Deadline is June 1 May 14, 2025 Time is running out to take advantage of early-bird pricing for NFDA’s 2025 Leadership Conference, taking place August 3–6 at the beautiful Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California. The June 1 early-bird deadline is just weeks away ... register now to secure your spot and save! Thi...
Mental Health Hub: Practice Self-Care Strategies May 14, 2025 By SupportLinc, NFDA's Member Assistance Program The power of a quick nap, comforting bath or cup of tea often goes overlooked. These are all examples of self-care, a practice that includes caring for your mental, physical and emotional health. When you incorporate small actions that prioriti...