Selected Independent Funeral Homes Educational Trust

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.

The Trust was honored to participate in today’s Group 4 Roundtable meeting hosted by DeFiore Funeral and Cremation Servi...
10/22/2025

The Trust was honored to participate in today’s Group 4 Roundtable meeting hosted by DeFiore Funeral and Cremation Service in Huntley, IL. Participants Members discussed challenges and trends, participated in a facilitated discussion about empathy and grief awareness training by Lisa Orris, founder of Grief Guide, and got some one-on-one time with the firm’s therapy dog, Lovey.

It's National Estate Planning Awareness Week! Been thinking about making a planned gift to the Trust? Just adding one se...
10/21/2025

It's National Estate Planning Awareness Week! Been thinking about making a planned gift to the Trust? Just adding one sentence to your will can help to ensure the future of the independent funeral service profession. Contact Stefanie Favia at stefanie@selectedtrust.org to take the first step.

📢 Employment Center: Your Next Funeral Service Job Starts Here!Looking to take the leap to your next opportunity in fune...
10/07/2025

📢 Employment Center: Your Next Funeral Service Job Starts Here!

Looking to take the leap to your next opportunity in funeral service? The Employment Center connects job seekers with independent funeral homes across the country. Find openings from Selected member firms that value quality and professionalism. Plus, thanks to Global Atlantic Financial Group (tag on LinkedIn), it’s completely FREE to access!

Start your job search today. 🔗 https://www.selectedtrust.org/employment-center/

Thinking about applying for a Second-Career Scholarship? Now is the time to request your recommendation letters, downloa...
10/03/2025

Thinking about applying for a Second-Career Scholarship?

Now is the time to request your recommendation letters, download and start completing forms, and start working on your personal essay. The Trust will be awarding two $1,500 scholarships this fall to those entering the profession as a second career or later in life, thanks to sponsor CHPTR.

Apply online by midnight CDT on October 31. Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/fBHs50WJ0XP

The Second Annual Selected Study Groups Giving Challenge culminated with the Trendsetters Group raising more than any ot...
10/01/2025

The Second Annual Selected Study Groups Giving Challenge culminated with the Trendsetters Group raising more than any other Study Group. All groups participated, raising more than $30k for the Trust!

"Last Call: Bidding Ends Soon!⏰⚡ Last Chance Alert! ⚡⏰The Silent Auction closes Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 5 PM CT! Don’t miss...
09/30/2025

"Last Call: Bidding Ends Soon!
⏰⚡ Last Chance Alert! ⚡⏰

The Silent Auction closes Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 5 PM CT! Don’t miss your chance to score incredible items while supporting the Selected Educational Trust.
🎟️ Designer handbags and accessories
🎬 Signed movie & TV posters
⚾ MLB tickets
🎯 Personal Coaching and Consultations
📊 Business Assessments and Valuations

…and so much more! Place your final bids now and claim your favorites before the clock runs out!

👉 Bid here before it’s too late: https://www.silentauctionpro.com/bidonlinegrid.php?groupId=1621

"

2025 Ambassador of the Year - Industry Partner Leader Lisa Baue is generously donating all proceeds from sales of her br...
09/29/2025

2025 Ambassador of the Year - Industry Partner Leader Lisa Baue is generously donating all proceeds from sales of her brand new book, Wake-Up Calls, at Selected's Annual Meeting, taking place in New Orleans right now!

Keep Those Bids Coming!💥 The competition is heating up! 💥Amazing items are up for grabs, from baseball tickets and autog...
09/26/2025

Keep Those Bids Coming!

💥 The competition is heating up! 💥

Amazing items are up for grabs, from baseball tickets and autographed collectibles to gourmet coffee makers and designer handbags—there’s something for everyone.
Remember, all proceeds support the Selected Educational Trust. Let’s make a difference and have fun while we do it!

🗓️ Bidding closes Tuesday, Sept. 30 at 5 PM CT—don’t miss your chance to snag your favorites!

👉 Check out the auction: https://ow.ly/CGuy50WIyT6

Are you enrolled in mortuary science school in the state of Georgia? If so, then you should check out the Ralph S. Turne...
09/23/2025

Are you enrolled in mortuary science school in the state of Georgia? If so, then you should check out the Ralph S. Turner Memorial Scholarship! We will be awarding one $5,000 scholarship to a student graduating from mortuary science school in the state of Georgia within the next year. Apply by October 31.

Learn more and apply here: https://ow.ly/J1pV50WIyX9

It's almost time for the Selected Study Groups Giving Challenge. Will Special K be able to defend their title as the Gre...
09/19/2025

It's almost time for the Selected Study Groups Giving Challenge. Will Special K be able to defend their title as the Greatest of all Time?

Hear how the 2025 winners took home the GOAT: https://vimeo.com/manage/videos/1042340052

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