Funeral Service Foundation

08/22/2025

It’s ! 🎉

We’re proud to spotlight Jess Wakefield, a founding member of IMPACT 1000, who recently shared her powerful story at our Toast to IMPACT 1000 event.

Her journey is a moving reminder of how funeral service professionals support not only the families they serve, but one another. Through her leadership and generosity, Jess is helping shape the future of our profession.

🌟 Learn more and join the movement:
👉 www.FuneralServiceFoundation.org/IMPACT1000

08/15/2025

Founder Friday Spotlight ✨

We’re still riding high from last week’s Toast to IMPACT 1000 event at National Funeral Directors Association Leadership Conference!

In just one inspiring hour, 14 new members joined the IMPACT 1000 movement. We’re deeply grateful for the generosity and commitment shown by leaders across the profession.

A heartfelt thank you to Steve Shaffer and Homesteaders Life Company for their incredible $50,000 matching gift, which matched the first 10 pledges made at the event.

Special thanks to Prudent Investor Advisors for helping sponsor this unforgettable event. Your partnership helps bring these meaningful moments to life.

💙 Want to be part of this collective giving movement? Learn more: FuneralServiceFoundation.org/IMPACT1000

08/08/2025

We're kicking off by recognizing the incredible people behind IMPACT 1000, our collective giving initiative built on the idea of giving more by giving together.

Start the celebration with our very first member, Anthony O’Donnell!

📲 Learn more and join the movement: https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/impact1000/

07/24/2025

Seize the day! Today is the final day to apply for a Funeral Service Foundation scholarship to attend the 2025 National Funeral Directors Association International Convention & Expo.

Submit your application by 11:59 p.m. CDT tonight. 🤩

https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/nfda-international-convention-expo-scholarships/

07/22/2025

🚨 Only 2.5 days left to apply for the Funeral Service Foundation National Funeral Directors Association cholarship!

✅ Convention Registration – Covered
✅ Hotel – Double check!
✈️ Travel Reimbursement – Up to $500

If you're a licensed funeral director in the U.S. or Canada, don’t miss this opportunity to attend the 2025 NFDA International Convention & Expo with support from the Foundation!

⏳ Applications close July 24 at 11:59 p.m. CDT.

👉 Apply now! https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/nfda-international-convention-expo-scholarships/

07/01/2025

📣 Read all about it!

The Funeral Service Foundation is proud to share its 2024 Impact Report, featured in the July edition of The Director magazine - find it in print on page 79, in the digital edition, or on our website - https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/about/our-impact/.

This year’s report highlights Impact, Connection, and Gratitude. We’re deeply thankful to our donors, partners, volunteers, scholarship recipients, and applicants - your support drives our mission to lift up grieving communities by investing in people & programs that strengthen funeral service.

💬 Discover the stories, milestones, and people that made last year one to remember.

06/04/2025

06/02/2025

🎉 The Foundation is thrilled to announce that applications are now OPEN for the 2025 National Funeral Directors Association International Convention & Expo Scholarships!

✅ Thoughtfully answer 5 short essay questions
✅ Submit 1 brief, standout video
📅 Deadline: July 24 - don’t wait!

This is your chance to grow, connect, and be part of something bigger. Apply today and expand your opportunities! 🌟

https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/nfda-international-convention-expo-scholarships/

05/29/2025

🎓 Today’s the Day!

Funeral Service Foundation scholarship applications for Cremation Association of North America's 107th Cremation Innovation Convention are due TONIGHT, Thursday, May 29, at 11:59 PM CT!

👉 Don’t miss your chance to attend the big event! Apply now: https://fsfapply.smapply.org/prog/cana_convention_scholarships/

📅 Coming soon: National Funeral Directors Association Convention Scholarships open June 2!

💡 Explore all opportunities:
https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/

05/21/2025

🎉 Congratulations to our Spring 2025 Academic Scholarship Recipients! 🎓

We’re honored to celebrate these outstanding students and their bright future in funeral service.

This spring, the Foundation awarded $95,000 in scholarships to 33 students across the U.S. and Canada—pushing our total academic scholarship awards past $1 million since 2002! 🌟

A heartfelt thank you to our generous donors, committed volunteers, and scholarship reviewers—your support makes this impact possible and fuels the future of our profession.

💫 Read more about this spring’s class: https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/foundation-surpasses-1-million-in-academic-scholarships-awarded-in-spring-2025/

05/01/2025

🎉 Exclusive Benefits of IMPACT 1000 Membership! 🎉

IMPACT 1000 members receive a range of exciting benefits:

- Vote on designated grant funds.
- Attend the Foundation’s Annual Donor Reception.
- Access unique networking opportunities and an annual leadership call.
- Gain recognition in publications and at events like the NFDA International Convention.
- And more!

Join us today to enjoy these exclusive benefits and help strengthen the funeral service profession.

Learn more about IMPACT 1000 and become a member today: FuneralServiceFoundation.org/Impact1000

04/30/2025

🚨 Today’s the Day! 🚨

Scholarship applications for National Funeral Directors and Morticians Association, Inc.'s 88th Annual Convention & Expo are due TONIGHT by 11:59 PM CT!
Apply now 👉 https://www.funeralservicefoundation.org/scholarship-opportunities/nfdma-convention/

🎓 Cremation Association of North America's 107th Cremation Innovation Convention Scholarships are also OPEN—but not for long!
Deadline: May 29

📅 And coming soon: National Funeral Directors Association Convention Scholarships open June 3!

Explore all opportunities at FuneralServiceFoundation.org/Scholarship-Opportunities