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Selected Independent Funeral Homes Educational Trust

The Selected Educational Trust provides the best educational opportunities to all who work within and for the independent funeral service profession.

07/25/2025

Congratulations to Melody McCann, recipient of a Spring 2025 Second-Career Scholarship, sponsored by Gunderson Funeral and Cremation Care.

"My goal is to become a licensed funeral director and embalmer so I can give back to my community by guiding others through grief, with dignity and respect."

Hear more about her story and how this scholarship has had an impact: https://vimeo.com/1099562849

07/22/2025

Only 8 days left to apply for the Stuart Comer Memorial Scholarship to the Selected Annual Meeting! The recipient will receive complimentary registration, lodging and travel to the 2025 Annual Meeting taking place in New Orleans, September 28 - October 1.

Learn more and apply here before the July 31 deadline: https://smr.to/p102958

07/18/2025

What’s in your auction box?
Wine. A designer purse. An espresso machine. YES, please! 😍

The Selected Educational Trust’s Silent Auction is back—and we’re collecting fabulous donated items now! From big-ticket experiences to fun finds, every donation helps fund education, networking, and career advancement in funeral service.

🎯 Deadline to donate: August 29
📸 Just fill out a quick form + email us a photo!
👉 Donate here: https://ow.ly/bKbB50WoUVJ

07/15/2025

We are pleased to announce that Paul St. Pierre and Lisa Baue have been named this year’s Ambassador of the Year Award recipients, in recognition of their achievements and efforts in alignment with the mission of the Trust. Paul and Lisa will receive their awards at the Selected Annual Meeting in New Orleans this September.

To make a gift in their honor and learn more about the awards, visit https://www.selectedtrust.org/ambassador-of-the-year-awards-program/

07/11/2025

Meet Christie White, recipient of the 2025 Michael R. St. Pierre Memorial Scholarship.

"I'm currently interning as a funeral director and embalmer with the goal of owning my own mortuary service one day. This support brings me closer to that dream."

Congratulations, Christie! Watch her acceptance video here: https://vimeo.com/1099562841

07/09/2025

Congratulations Amber Swedberg, recipient of the 2025 Mark and Nancy Memorial Scholarship!

"This scholarship is really such a blessing. As a single mom of 5 who doesn't really get any help, finances are always so hard. Now I can go into residency week with confidence. I can just actually focus on what I'm doing and not have that worry in the back of my mind."

👉 Hear more about her story: https://vimeo.com/1099562856

07/04/2025

Today, we celebrate the spirit of independence, unity, and the freedoms that shape our nation. Wishing you a safe and meaningful Independence Day!

07/01/2025

🔎 Career Center: Find Top Talent Confidentially

Discover qualified funeral service professionals and connect with them privately through the Career Center. As a Selected member, you get exclusive access to a pool of skilled candidates actively seeking new opportunities. Whether you're looking for experienced professionals or fresh talent, start browsing today!

🔗 https://ow.ly/r9Zw50W31c0

06/27/2025

Only one month left to apply for the Stuart Comer Memorial Scholarship to the Selected Annual Meeting!

The recipient will receive complimentary registration, lodging and travel to the 2025 Annual Meeting taking place in New Orleans, September 28 - October 1.

Learn more and apply here before the July 31 deadline: https://ow.ly/AjMq50W318A

06/24/2025

Where are they now? We've reached out to past scholarship recipients to find out how receiving a scholarship from the Trust impacted their path as funeral service professionals. Kassandra DiNardo received the Mark L. Justen Memorial Scholarship in 2023 and will be featured in a past scholarship panel at the 2025 Selected Annual Meeting in New Orleans this September.

Watch Kassandra's video at https://vimeo.com/1089887029.

06/20/2025

👏Congratulations to Payton Twilley, recipient of the Ralph S. Turner Memorial Scholarship, on her graduation 🎓 from Gupton-Jones College of Funeral Service! Payton was presented the award by Cy Hume of A.S. Turner & Sons.

06/17/2025

It's that time of year again...the Trust is now accepting donations for the 2025 Silent Auction, taking place this fall. Donate electronics, tech accessories, handbags, jewelry, sports tickets, children's gifts, etc. All proceeds go directly to supporting the Trust's programs and scholarships. Donating is simple! https://ow.ly/m2F350W313l

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+18472360150

Website

http://www.selectedtrust.org/index.php/contact/

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