You Could Still Be a Winner! October 10, 2025 The competition has been fierce (and the trivia hotter than a crematory) in NFDA’s fourth annual Funeral Face Off trivia contest! We’re now down to our three semifinalist teams and getting ready for the live Wild Card Round in Chicago at the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo,...
Support Veterans and Families in Every Community with Accessible NCA Resources October 10, 2025 The National Cemetery Administration (NCA) invites you to support "Plan Today, Honor Forever," a national campaign to raise awareness of VA burial and memorial benefits and encourage veterans to plan ahead. Many veterans and families remain unaware of the benefits they have earned, espe...
NFDA Releases 2025 Cremation & Burial Report: Comprehensive Insights to Guide the Future of Funeral Service October 06, 2025 The National Funeral Directors Association (NFDA) has released its “2025 Cremation & Burial Report,” the most comprehensive analysis of consumer disposition trends available to funeral service professionals. The report shows the U.S. cremation rate is projected to reach 63.4% in 2025...
NFDA Member Discount Advantage Program: Rent an SUV for Just $49 Per Day! October 03, 2025 Looking for the perfect ride for your next adventure? Budget Car Rental, part of the Discount Advantage Program for NFDA memebrs, has you covered with an exclusive SUV rental deal! Whether you’re planning a family road trip, a weekend getaway, or holiday travel, you can rent an SUV for just $4...
Bob Arrington Honored with the Funeral Service Foundation Distinguished Service Award October 03, 2025 The Funeral Service Foundation is proud to announce Bob Arrington as the 2025 recipient of its prestigious Distinguished Service Award, honoring his decades of exemplary leadership, service, and dedication to advancing the Foundation’s mission and strengthening the funeral service profession. ...
Resources to Support Grieving Families During the Holidays October 03, 2025 The NFDA Store is your go-to source for professional tools, guides, and inspiration designed to support your work and strengthen the care you provide to families. This week, we’re featuring three impactful titles to help support people grieving families during the upcoming holiday season: ...
Digging In – Funeral Pro Tips: Consumer Edition October 03, 2025 October 22, 6 p.m. CT NFDA Moderators: Sara Moss, Gabe Schauf, Lanae Strovers Have you been looking for ways to reinvigorate your funeral home? Join this month’s “Digging In” discussion for practical tips and techniques for improving customer service and elevating the ways yo...
Transform Your Arrangement Skills Without Leaving Your Desk October 03, 2025 97.1% of attendeed of NFDA's in-person and virtual Arranger Training workshops rated the quality of their experiences as Excellent or Very Good! "After attending an Arranger Masterclass with Lanae, I feel more confident in my ability to serve families at their time of ...
Celebrate, Connect and Be Inspired: Special Events at Convention October 02, 2025 While the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo offers unmatched education and the world’s largest funeral service expo, it’s also your opportunity to recharge, reconnect and celebrate all that makes funeral service extraordinary. From high-energy gatherings to meaningful tr...
NFDA’s Virtual Cremation Certification Seminar Returns in November! October 02, 2025 Can’t make it to an in-person NFDA Cremation Certification Seminar? NFDA has you covered! Get certified from anywhere during our next Virtual Cremation Certification Seminar, taking place November 6-7. This program is essential for every funeral professional offering cremation services. W...