The Funeral Service Foundation recognizes the importance of education and professional development in building a successful and fulfilling career in funeral service. Their transformative academic and professional development scholarships and opportunities will help you take your career to the next level, and ignite your passion and purpose. Applications will close on April 1 for academic scholarships and on April 15 for Certified Celebrant Training. 

Academic Scholarships – Applications Due April 1

Dozens of academic scholarships are awarded annually in two application cycles. Scholarships range from $2,500-$5,000 and are open to full-time or part-time students in good standing who are enrolled in ABFSE- or Canadian-accredited institutions/programs. Candidates must be attending classes and actively pursuing a degree in funeral service at the time of application. Academic scholarships are also available for US and Canadian military veterans. Click here to learn more and apply. 

Certified Celebrant Training Scholarships – Applications Due April 15

The Foundation will award 10 scholarships for Certified Celebrant Training, hosted by NFDA and offered in partnership with Insight Institute. The scholarship is available solely for the seminar held June 19-21 at the NFDA Headquarters in Brookfield, Wisconsin. Open to all those who are verifiably affiliated with at least one funeral home and are interested in becoming a Certified Celebrant, the scholarship is valued at up to $2,000 and covers registration fees, two nights of hotel accommodations and up to $500 in travel reimbursement. Learn more and apply today. 

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