Leadership Starts Here: NFDA Announces 2025-26 Class of Emerging Leaders May 08, 2025 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) is thrilled to introduce the 17 funeral service professionals selected to participate in the 2025-26 National Emerging Leaders Program. This year-long leadership development experience empowers participants to grow as visionary, values-driven leaders...
Arlington National Cemetery Will Enforce REAL ID Starting May 7 May 07, 2025 Beginning May 7, 2025, all individuals over the age of 18 who enter Arlington National Cemetery in a vehicle should be prepared to present a REAL ID at the security check point. This applies to funeral attendees, family pass holders, honor flights, contractors who do not possess a Department of Defe...
The NFDA High School Career Kit Has a New Look and New Content! May 02, 2025 The NFDA High School Career Kit is one of our most popular resources for funeral professionals who want to inspire the next generation of funeral directors – and now the presentation has a fresh, new look! We’ve updated the NFDA Career Kit PowerPoint presentation with new graphics, data,...
Watch the 2025 NFDA Virtual Candidate Forum May 02, 2025 Learn More Before You Vote! Who will help lead NFDA into the future? To help you get to know the individuals seeking your vote in the upcoming election for seats on the NFDA Board of Directors, a virtual candidate forum was held and is now available for on-demand viewing. In this informative s...
Join the Conversation: Digging In to Embalming Tips May 02, 2025 Topic - Funeral Pro Tips: Embalming Edition May 28, 6 p.m. CT After a lively discussion in April, join your colleagues for the next session of Digging In, a new live, monthly virtual discussion series designed to foster networking and meaningful conversations among funeral service professionals....
Less Than a Month Left to Save: Register Now for the 2025 NFDA Leadership Conference May 02, 2025 NFDA invites current and aspiring leaders to the 2025 Leadership Conference, taking place August 3–6 at the Meritage Resort and Spa in Napa, California. With the early-bird registration deadline of June 1 quickly approaching, now is the time to secure your place at this premier event focused o...
Bring More Meaning to Every Service: Register for June Celebrant Training May 02, 2025 More families are seeking funeral and memorial services that reflect the unique lives of their loved ones. Certified Celebrants are meeting this need by creating personalized, healing experiences that truly honor the individual. Join NFDA and InSight Institute for Certified Celebrant Training, ta...
Make a Lasting Impression in 2026 with Personalized Messenger Calendars May 02, 2025 For more than 20 years, Messenger Calendars has been an NFDA Endorsed Provider. They are a time-tested outreach tool that helps funeral homes stay connected with the families they serve all year long. Produced and printed in the USA, Messenger calendars are designed exclusively f...
In Memoriam: His Holiness Pope Francis, 1936–2025 April 21, 2025 NFDA joins millions around the world in mourning the passing of Pope Francis, who led the Roman Catholic Church with humility, compassion, and a deep commitment to mercy and inclusion. Throughout his papacy, Pope Francis became a global symbol of peace, social justice and interfaith dialog...
Army to Reintroduce Limited Caisson Support at Arlington National Cemetery April 18, 2025 The U.S. Army has announced the limited reintegration of caisson support into funeral services at Arlington National Cemetery, beginning the week of June 2, 2025. During this initial phase, the caisson will be used as a conveyance for up to two funerals per day, not exceeding 10 per week, as the ...