NGL Matching Funds Propel Selected Educational Trust to $50,000 in Contributions

LINCOLNSHIRE, IL — December 9, 2025 — Thanks in part to a generous donation match challenge issued by National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL), the Selected Educational Trust raised more than $40,000 in donations from Selected member firms, individuals, and supporting organizations between September 15 and October 31. With NGL’s commitment to match donations dollar for dollar up to $10,000, total contributions surpassed $50,000.

“The future of funeral service depends on engaged funeral home owners and staff, supportive vendors and organizations that offer robust resources for education and growth,” said Leigh Klemencic, Assistant Vice President – Marketing Communications. “The Selected Independent Funeral Homes Educational Trust is one such organization, and NGL is delighted to participate in this gift match. As a member of the Board of Trustees, I’ve had the honor of seeing firsthand the incredible work this organization does and know these funds will go to very good use.”

“We are sincerely grateful to NGL for championing this effort and to every donor who answered the call,” said Stefanie Favia, Executive Director of the Selected Educational Trust. “This match challenge inspired remarkable generosity across our community and directly strengthens the resources we can offer to independent funeral service professionals. By working together, we are advancing education, supporting career development, and investing in the future of our profession.”

With these funds, the Selected Educational Trust will continue its important work of empowering funeral service professionals to thrive in their careers and better serve their communities. This includes connecting independent funeral homes with the next generation of the profession and providing scholarships and progressive skill-building opportunities for funeral service professionals at all stages of their careers.

For more information about the Selected Educational Trust, visit www.selectedtrust.org or contact Stefanie Favia at stefanie@selectedtrust.org.

About the Selected Educational Trust

The mission of the Selected Educational Trust (www.selectedtrust.org) is to provide the best educational opportunities for the advancement and support of all who work within the independent funeral service profession. To fulfill this mission, the Trust provides programs which offer scholarships to mortuary science students and funeral service professionals, online education through its Institute for Exceptional Funeral Service powered by National Guardian Life Insurance Company (www.funeral-institute.org) and networking and employment opportunities through its Workforce Development Centers.

About NGL

Established in 1909 National Guardian Life Insurance Company (NGL) is an insurance company headquartered in Madison, Wis. Licensed to do business in 49 states and the District of Columbia, NGL markets preneed and individual life and annuities, as well as group markets products. Information about NGL can be found at www.nglic.com; Facebook: Facebook.com/NGLIC and LinkedIn:
https://www.linkedin.com/company/national-guardian-life-insurance-company.

National Guardian Life Insurance Company is not affiliated with The Guardian Life Insurance Company of America a/k/a The Guardian or Guardian Life.

Ray Frew, CCFE, Named Recipient of the 2026 ICCFA Educational Foundation Lasting Impact Award

Sterling, VA — November 12, 2025 — The International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA) proudly announces that Ray Frew, CCFE, has been selected as the recipient of the 2026 ICCFA Educational Foundation Lasting Impact Award. This distinguished honor will be presented during the President’s Banquet at the 2026 ICCFA Experience on April 29, 2026, in Fort Worth, Texas.

Frew, the immediate past President and CEO of Green Hills Memorial Park and a past President of the ICCFA, has long been recognized as a visionary leader in the cemetery and funeral service profession. As a founder and early champion of the ICCFA Educational Foundation, he played a pivotal role in shaping its mission and ensuring that professionals across the industry have access to educational opportunities that enhance service, leadership, and compassion.

A Certified Cemetery and Funeral Executive (CCFE) and Certified Public Accountant (CPA), Frew’s career reflects integrity, innovation, and a steadfast commitment to excellence.

“Ray’s vision and passion for education have shaped the very foundation of our profession,” said Gino Merendino, President of the ICCFA Educational Foundation. “He understood early on that by investing in education, we elevate not only individual professionals but the entire deathcare community. The opportunities he helped create continue to lift others up and ensure our profession grows stronger, more compassionate, and more capable every day.”

Beyond his professional contributions, Frew has devoted decades to community service in Torrance, California, where his leadership and generosity have left a lasting legacy. A Vietnam veteran, he has served on numerous civic and charitable boards, including the Red Cross Celebrity Golf Tournament, Torrance Symphony, and the Torrance Cultural Arts Foundation. He is a past president of both the Del Amo Rotary Club and the Torrance Area Chamber of Commerce and has chaired major fundraising initiatives for the Torrance-South Bay YMCA and the Little Company of Mary Community Health Foundation, together raising tens of millions of dollars for community development and healthcare.

Among his many civic achievements, Frew’s leadership with the Torrance-South Bay YMCA stands out as one of his most meaningful contributions. As Chair of the Building for Tomorrow Capital Development Program, he helped lead the organization’s most ambitious fundraising effort, which exceeded $4.6 million to build a state-of-the-art facility serving families across the South Bay. Through this role, Frew also played a pivotal part in forging a lasting partnership between the YMCA and the University of Southern California, creating programs to support military veterans and their families—a cause deeply personal to him as a proud Army and Vietnam veteran.

Through his work at Green Hills Memorial Park, Frew has also led one of California’s largest Memorial Day Observances for more than three decades, honoring veterans and first responders. His leadership and dedication have earned him numerous accolades, including the J. Walker Owens Outstanding Volunteer Award, the George Whittlesey Award for Business Advocacy, and the Service Above Self Award from the Torrance-South Bay YMCA. In 2005, Frew was further recognized with the Torrance Distinguished Citizen Award, presented to individuals whose achievements are “significant to the community and to the welfare of the general populace.” He has also received the Community Partnership Award from the Switzer Center, an organization serving at-risk youth, and is a Founding Board Member of both S.C.O.R.E. (Spinal Cord Organization for Regaining Excellence) and the South Bay Children’s Orchestra.

Reflecting on his lifetime of service, Frew shared, “Acts of service have always given me a deep sense of purpose and gratitude. I’ve been fortunate to work alongside so many incredible people who share a commitment to helping others. When we give our time and energy to lift others up, the rewards reach far beyond ourselves—they strengthen our entire community.”

The ICCFA Educational Foundation Lasting Impact Award honors individuals whose lifetime of service has made a profound and enduring contribution to the advancement of education, leadership, and professionalism in the cemetery, cremation, and funeral service profession. For more information about the ICCFA Educational Foundation and the 2026 ICCFA Experience, please visit www.iccfa.com

The ICCFA Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) entity, established to make education accessible to future leaders in the deathcare profession and thereby raise the standards of professionalism within the industry. To learn more about the work of the Foundation and upcoming educational opportunities, please visit iccfa.com/educational-foundation.  

Founded in 1887, the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association is the only international trade association representing all cemetery, cremation, funeral and memorialization segments. The association is comprised of more than 10,000 members in the cemetery, funeral home and crematory industries, supplier and related businesses worldwide. 

ICCFA Educational Foundation Awards 97 Scholarships to 2025 ICCFA University Attendees

STERLING, Va. (June 4, 2025) – The International Cemetery, Cremation, & Funeral Association’s (ICCFA) Educational Foundation proudly announces the award of 97 scholarships, thanks to the generosity of donors who value educational opportunities for deathcare professionals. These scholarships will enable recipients to attend the 2025 ICCFA University at the Emory University Conference Center Hotel in Atlanta, Georgia, from July 18-23. Scholarship recipients, representing ICCFA members from 25 U.S. states and Puerto Rico, as well as Canada, China, Ecuador, El Salvador, and Jamaica, will have the opportunity to learn from deathcare innovators and experts. 

The following ICCFA members will be attending the 2025 ICCFA University on scholarship thanks to the generous contributions of our supporting donors:

1. John Blevins, Williams Funeral Home | Columbia, TN
2. Mark Bodicky, Global Atlantic Financial Group | Batesville, IN
3. Angela Bowling, Woodland Cemetery | Dayton, OH
4. Sharael Bowman, Vine On Angel Wings Crematory LLC | Dayton, OH
5. Anthony Bracy, Bracy Funeral Service Group/Collins Funeral Home | Camden, SC
6. Cassandra Bracy, Bracy Funeral Service Group/Collins Funeral Home | Camden, SC
7. Gydell Brooks, Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Cemetery | Bossier City, LA
8. Virginia “Jenni” Bryant, Smith Funeral & Cremation Service | Maryville, TN
9. James Burton, Cincinnati College of Mortuary Science/Webb Noonan Kidd SCI | Cincinnati, OH
10. Elizabeth Capetillo, Inglewood Park Cemetery | Inglewood, CA
11. Sandra Carlin, Cape Cod Community College | Plymouth, MA
12. Anthony Carpinello, R.I. Catholic Cemeteries Diocese of Providence | Cranston, RI
13. Nancy Chapa, Serenity Fields | Mission, TX
14. Denise Childress, Curlew Hills Memory Gardens | Palm Harbor, FL
15. Lauren Christakos, Arlington Memorial Gardens and Funeral Home | Cincinnati, OH
16. Gordon Chuck, Sam Isaacs & Son Funeral Home | Kingston, Jamaica
17. Carlos Culqui, Inglewood Park Cemetery | Inglewood, CA
18. Michelle D’Aquin, Garden of Memories Funeral Home and Cemetery | Metairie, LA
19. Brittany Davis, Funerals by T.S. Warden | Jacksonville, FL
20. Sarah Dawber | Buchanan Group Inc. | Indianapolis, IN
21. Mac Dempsey, Leaf Cremation | Kennesaw, GA
22. Tyler Dinkins, Leaf Cremation | Columbus, OH
23. Christina Fournier, John A Gentleman & Heritage Family | Omaha, NE
24. Jessica Fulford, Fountainhead Funeral Home – SCI | Palm Bay, FL
25. Lorena Garcia, Inglewood Park Cemetery | Inglewood, CA
26. Tony Gilmer, Ott & Lee Funeral Home/Lakeland Place Memorial Park | Brandon, MS
27. Sandra Goldman, Hebrew Cemetery Association of Greater Charlotte | Charlotte, NC
28. Daniel Gonzalez, Mt. Elliott Cemetery Association | Clinton Twp, MI
29. Jacquelin Grauert, Gethsemane Cemetery | Reading, PA
30. Michael Greene, Chapel of the Chimes Westland | Westland, MI
31. Gwen Gustafson, Forest Hills Cemetery | Boston, MA
32. David Gutierrez, Parques y Jardines de Cuscatlan | San Salvador, El Salvador
33. Larry Hawkins, Kilpatrick’s Rose-Neath Cemetery | Bossier City, LA
34. Cole Held, West Hills Memorial Park | Yakima, WA
35. Bailee Helton, Mt. Elliott Cemetery Association | Clinton Twp, MI
36. Brookle Hicks, Leaf Cremation | Kennesaw, GA
37. Shane Hinds, Carraige Services | Houston, TX
38. Shantelle Holts Joseph, Tidewater Community College/ Sid Roberts Funeral Home | Nacogdoches, TX
39. Aesha Humphrey, Marcom-Harvey Funeral Care | Kansas City, MO
40. Peter Johnson, Jefferson Memorial Cemetery and Funeral Home | Pittsburgh, PA
41. Benjamin Jones, Vineyard City | Vineyard City, UT
42. Marcus Julian, Mt. Elliott Cemetery Association | Clinton Twp, MI
43. Joelle Kerfoot, Heady-Radcliffe Funeral Home & Cremation Services | LaGrange, KY
44. Dan Kientzel, Service Corporation International / Dignity Memorial | Houston, TX
45. Jonathan Kind, Gethsemane Cemetery | Clinton Twp, MI
46. Ryan Kinder, AS Turner & Sons | Decatur, GA
47. Jun Li, Fu Shou Yuan International Group | Shanghai, China
48. Ashlie Lobeck, City of Hobbs | Hobbs, NM
49. Kevin Lowery, Greenlawn Funeral Homes, Crematory, and Monument Center | Springfield, MO
50. Lou Maldonado, City of Hobbs Parks and Open Space Department | Hobbs, NM
51. Lynn McClain, Harpeth Hills Memory Gardens, Funeral Home & Cremation Center | Nashville, TN
52. Andrew McIntosh, Mission Hills Memorial Chapel, Crematory and Gardens | Dowagiac, MI
53. Alexander Mcintosh, Mission Hills | Niles, MI
54. Marcelo Minatel, Gethsemane Cemetery | Curitiba, Puerto Rico
55. Victoria Monforte, Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home | Lodi, CA
56. Alanna Navin, Restland Funeral Home & Memorial Park | Dallas, TX
57. Craig Nichols, Mountain View Cemetery | Rapid City, SD
58. Jonathan Nixon, R.I. Catholic Cemeteries Diocese of Providence | Cranston, RI
59. Aubrey O’Byrne, Compassionate Planning LLC | Reading, PA
60. Robert O’Gara, R.I. Catholic Cemeteries Diocese of Providence | Cranston, RI
61. Arlette O’Rourke, Sacred Grove | Saint Stephen, SC
62. Tamala Randolph, Last Responder Solutions LLC | Wellford, SC
63. Jennifer Rebollar, Roosevelt Memorial Park Cemetery | Gardena, CA
64. Melinda Redding, Baue Funeral Homes/St. Charles Memorial Gardens | St. Charles, TX
65. Jerri Reed-Taylor, Malcolm X College Mortuary Science Program | Chicago, IL
66. Chanin Ricketts, Garden of Memories Funeral Home & Cemetery & Myrtle Hill Memorial Park | Tampa, FL
67. Joe Romero, North Texas Funeral Homes | Hurst, TX
68. Ton SaeChao, Cherokee Memorial Park and Funeral Home | Lodi, CA
69. George Schramm, Vineyard City | Vineyard, UT
70. Taylor Scott, Leaf Cremation Georgia | Kennesaw, GA
71. Karen Scott, Malcolm X College/Wallace Broadview Funeral Home | Chicago, IL
72. Branden Seid, Resurrection Cemetery | Oklahoma City, OK
73. John Sennhenn Jr., Spring Grove, | Cincinnati, OH
74. Susan Short, Baue Funeral Homes | Saint Charles, MO
75. Ashlyn Smith, Greenlawn Funeral Home | Springfield, MO
76. Kemberly Soria, Gethsemane Cemetery | Reading, PA
77. Kadi Strednak, Jefferson Memorial Funeral Home, Inc. | Pittsburgh, PA
78. Gail Stuart, The McDougald Funeral Home | Anderson, SC
79. Lindsey Stuffle, Cole and Garrett Funeral Home | Goodlettsville, TN
80. Arian Teran, Jardines De Manabí | Portoviejo, Manabi, Ecuador
81. Gabriela Teran, Jardines De Manabí | Durán, Guayas, Ecuador
82. Maria Lourdes Teran, Jardines de Manabí | Portoviejo, Manabí, Ecuador
83. Jamie Thomas, Thomas Consulting | Mooresville, IN
84. Brent Thomas, Thomas Consulting Group/Dead Ringers | Mooresville, IN
85. Veronica Van Hof, Baltimore Humane Society Memorial Park | Reisterstown, MD
86. MyEtta Vance, Eden Terrace Memorials, LLC | Jackson, MS
87. Vercell Vance, Eden Terrace Memorials, LLC | Jackson, MS
88. Heather Vandegejuchte, Roberts of Ocala | Ocala, FL
89. Jared Vincent, R.I. Catholic Cemeteries Diocese of Providence | Cranston, RI
90. Tyler Waud, Cairn Partners | Tualatin, OR
91. Kathi Wells, Global Atlantic Financial Group | Maitland, FL
92. Michael Welsh, Gary Diocesan Cemeteries | Hammond, IN
93. Tim Weston, Greenlawn Funeral Home North | Springfield, MO
94. Sarah Whitaker, webCemeteries | Kutztown, PA
95. Spencer Wilson, Biondan | Toronto, Ontario, Canada
96. Calvin Witcher, Inglewood Park Cemetery | Inglewood, CA
97. Jenna Wolfgang, Williams Funeral Home | Columbia, TN

“Each year, it’s inspiring to witness the passion and potential of those entering and advancing within the deathcare profession,” said Gino Merendino, President of the ICCFA Educational Foundation. “These scholarships are more than financial support — they are an investment in people who are dedicated to compassion, service, and continuous growth. We’re proud to help open doors to education and leadership development through ICCFA University, and we’re deeply grateful to the donors who make it all possible.”

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The ICCFA Educational Foundation, founded in 2005, seeks to make education accessible to future leaders of the deathcare profession. It does this by awarding scholarships to the educational programs of the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association, as well as advancing initiatives designed to promote the profession and support the individuals who answer the call of service. 

Founded in 1887, the International Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association is the only international trade association representing all segments of the cemetery, cremation, funeral, and memorialization profession. The association is comprised of more than 10,000 members in the cemetery, funeral home, and crematory industries, as well as suppliers and related businesses worldwide.

Selected Educational Trust Receives Grant from Global Atlantic Financial Group to Expand  Workforce Development Programs 

LINCOLNSHIRE, IL — March 27, 2025 — The Selected Educational Trust is pleased to announce  that it has received a grant from Global Atlantic Financial Group to enhance and expand its  Workforce Development offerings. With staffing recruitment, training, and retention being among  the most pressing challenges for independent funeral home owners, this funding will provide  critical support and resources to strengthen the profession. 

Through this grant, Global Atlantic Financial Group’s financial support will allow the Trust to grow  its four key Workforce Development initiatives: the Employment Center, Career Center, Mortuary  Science Student Center, and Job Fairs. These programs serve as essential resources for  independent funeral homes seeking to attract, train, and retain top-tier talent within the profession. “We are thrilled to receive this generous grant from Global Atlantic Financial Group to elevate our  Workforce Development programs,” said Stefanie Favia, Executive Director of the Selected  Educational Trust. “This partnership enables us to provide independent funeral home owners with  the solutions they need to address the ongoing workforce challenges. By expanding our initiatives,  we continue our mission of supporting and advancing the independent funeral service profession  through education and career development.” 

The Trust’s Workforce Development programs provide a comprehensive approach to staffing  challenges. The Employment Center allows Selected members to post job openings with broad  visibility, including direct outreach to every accredited Mortuary Science School in the country. The  Career Center connects funeral professionals with potential employers while maintaining their  privacy. The Mortuary Science Student Center serves as a dedicated database of aspiring funeral  service professionals, helping member firms discover emerging talent. Finally, the Job Fairs facilitate direct connections between funeral home owners and Mortuary Science students, with  proven success in employment placements. 

As part of this initiative, the Trust will leverage its pre-existing relationships with mortuary science  schools to directly reach mortuary science students and early-career professionals seeking job  opportunities. New resources will be created and curated specifically for this demographic to  support their professional growth.

“At Global Atlantic Financial Group, we recognize the crucial role that funeral professionals play in  their communities,” said Tim Bridgers, Managing Director of Preneed at Global Atlantic Financial  Group. “By providing this grant to the Trust’s Workforce Development programs, we are investing in  the future of the funeral service profession, ensuring that dedicated professionals continue to  provide compassionate and high-quality care to families when they need it most.” 

This grant underscores the commitment of both organizations to strengthen the independent  funeral service profession through meaningful career opportunities and education. For more  information about the Selected Educational Trust and its Workforce Development initiatives, visit  www.selectedtrust.org or contact Stefanie Favia at stefanie@selectedtrust.org.  

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About the Selected Educational Trust 

The mission of the Selected Educational Trust (www.selectedtrust.org) is to provide the best educational  opportunities for the advancement and support of all who work within the independent funeral service  profession. To fulfill this mission, the Trust provides programs which offer scholarships to mortuary science  students and funeral service professionals, online education through its Institute for Exceptional Funeral  Service powered by National Guardian Life Insurance Company (www.funeral-institute.org) and networking  and employment opportunities through its Workforce Development Centers, now powered by Global Atlantic  Financial Group. 

About Global Atlantic 

Global Atlantic Financial Group is a leading insurance company meeting the retirement and life insurance  needs of individuals and institutions. With a strong financial foundation and risk and investment  management expertise, the company delivers tailored solutions to create more secure financial futures.  The company’s performance has been driven by its culture and core values focused on integrity, teamwork,  and the importance of building long-term client relationships. Global Atlantic is a wholly owned subsidiary  of KKR, a leading global investment firm. Through its relationship, the company leverages KKR’s investment  capabilities, scale and access to capital markets to enhance the value it offers clients. KKR’s parent  company is KKR & Co. Inc. (NYSE: KKR). 

Global Atlantic Financial Group (Global Atlantic) is the marketing name for The Global Atlantic Financial  Group LLC and its subsidiaries, including Forethought Life Insurance Company and Accordia Life and Annuity  Company. Each subsidiary is responsible for its own financial and contractual obligations. These  subsidiaries are not authorized to do business in New York.

Selected Educational Trust Announces New Appointments to the Board of Trustees

LINCOLNSHIRE, IL — October 10, 2024— Selected Independent Funeral Homes Educational Trust is pleased to announce the appointment of two new members to its Board of Trustees.

Tiffany Pape Hofer is a first-generation funeral director and owner of Luce, Luze, & Reck Funeral Homes, with four locations in South Dakota. Pape Hofer has been an active supporter of the Trust for more than ten years and was integral in initiating policy changes to the Trust’s Second-Career Scholarship program earlier this year. “I am honored to join the Board of Trustees,” said Pape Hofer. “The Trust’s vital work has a profound impact on the future of funeral service, and being a part of this makes me exceptionally proud.”  

Courtney Gould Miller is the Chief Customer Officer at Tribute Technology, focusing on providing high-quality customer experience journeys for funeral directors and families, along with leading the company’s sales and marketing teams. Gould Miller is a frequent author and speaker in the deathcare and end-of-life industries. Tribute Technology has shown ongoing support of the Trust, including funding matching gift challenges in 2022 and 2024, helping to raise a combined $72,000. “For me, it’s all about giving back to this profession that has given so much to me and countless others,” said Gould Miller. “I’m passionate about helping funeral professionals grow and succeed, and I look forward to working with the Trust to create meaningful learning opportunities that will support our profession for the future.” 

Trustees serve 3-year terms and work to guide the programming and fundraising efforts of the Trust. “We are honored to welcome Tiffany and Courtney to our Board of Trustees during this pivotal moment for our organization,” said Stefanie Favia, the Trust’s Executive Director. “Their diverse expertise and innovative insights will be invaluable as we advance our mission of promoting lifelong learning in independent funeral service and navigate the challenges ahead.”

For more information about the Selected Educational Trust, visit www.selectedtrust.org or contact Stefanie Favia at stefanie@selectedtrust.org. 

About the Selected Educational Trust

The mission of the Selected Educational Trust (www.selectedtrust.org) is to provide the best educational opportunities for the advancement and support of all who work within the independent funeral service profession. To fulfill this mission, the Trust provides programs which offer scholarships to mortuary science students and funeral service professionals, online education through its Institute for Exceptional Funeral Service powered by National Guardian Life Insurance Company (www.funeral-institute.org) and networking and employment opportunities through its Workforce Development Centers.

ICCFA Educational Foundation Underwrites Children’s Grief PSA Campaign

Campaign Will Generate Awareness for the National Alliance for Children’s Grief Organization

March 5, 2024:  The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG), in partnership with the ICCFA Educational Foundation, has launched a PSA campaign designed to inspire conversation about and drive passion for the issue of children’s grief in the United States.  The PSAs, created pro bono by Chad Vriezelaar of Go Live Media Group, show the faces of children’s grief through short, close-up vignettes. 

“Childhood bereavement is a concern for all communities across the nation. Experiencing the death of family members and others has a lasting effect on the child’s well-being now and in the future,” commented Vicki Jay, CEO of NACG. “These PSAs are a way of investing in the lives of children, adults, our communities, and the nation.  I am thankful that the ICCFA Educational Foundation has funded this important initiative.”

The campaign is patterned after the successful ICCFA Educational Foundations’s Final Responders PSAs that reached 127 million Americans and generated more than $6 million in earned media value throughout 2021 and 2022.  Current board member Jim Price, senior vice president of industry relations at Johnson Consulting Group, spearheaded the project for the National Alliance for Children’s Grief as he did for the ICCFA Educational Foundation’s Final Responders campaign.

“Many of our members assist the local support centers of the National Alliance for Children’s Grief in their communities,” commented Gino Marindino, president of the ICCFA Educational Foundation,  “This project allows us to build more broadly on this association on a national level.”

Each year, millions of children have a parent, brother, or sister die.  Grief can be hard, so these children need the support of people who care. The National Alliance for Children’s Grief (NACG) provides education and resources to anyone who wants to support them, especially children.

“As the proud sponsor of Roberta’s House, a family grief support center in Baltimore, MD, the March Funeral Homes know firsthand the effects of grief on children, teens, and adults,” added Annette March-Grier, co-founder of Roberta’s House and NACG Board Member.  “I am honored that the ICCFA Educational Foundation is supporting this effort to create awareness for children’s grief.”

The PSAs can be viewed at the NACG website –  https://nacg.org/nacg-psa/. 

About the National Alliance for Children’s Grief: The National Alliance for Children’s Grief is the only professional member organization specifically addressing issues about childhood bereavement and is comprised of a nationwide network of professionals, institutions, and volunteers who promote best practices, educational programming, and critical resources to facilitate the mental, emotional, and physical health of grieving children and their families.  Learn more at www.nacg.org.

About the ICCFA Educational Foundation:  The ICCFA Educational Foundation is a 501(c)(3) entity, and part of the International Cemetery, Cremation and Funeral Association (ICCFA).  The foundation’s sole purpose is to make education accessible to future leaders in the death care profession, thereby raising the standards of professionalism within the industry. The non-profit foundation supports the giving portion of ICCFA with the motto of “making education accessible to our profession’s future leaders.”