IFDADVANTAGES
Membership has its perks and here's what you can expect.
Communication & Publications
COMMUNIQUE
The IFDA’s interactive online quarterly magazine is dedicated to providing the latest and most relevant Iowa-specific information, making it a unique and valuable resource. Inside, you can explore articles on industry trends that directly impact Iowa funeral directors, get insights into your colleagues’ experiences, leverage new IFDA membership services, and gain a deeper understanding of how fellow members view current topics. This is a digital, quarterly publication with one annual print copy following the convention each year.
IFDA INSIDER
An exclusive weekly digital newsletter for IFDA members only. This newsletter allows members to stay up-to-date on things going on in the funeral profession in the state of Iowa or nationwide. Members with news to share are encouraged to send us articles they feel other members would be interested in as well. This publication is scheduled to be released every Friday morning between 7 – 9 am.
MEMBERSHIP DIRECTORY & BUYERS GUIDE
A comprehensive list of IFDA members by city, firm, name, and funeral service suppliers who support IFDA. This is a digital publication, updated yearly, and available ONLY to members. Your information is never shared for solicitation purposes.
COMMUNICATION & GENERAL NOTICES
Receive time-sensitive information quickly through your email. Special Edition IFDA Insiders, memorial and service information for members, exclusive legislator updates, and public relations announcements are sent to members.
MEMBERS ONLY CONTENT WEBSITE
Membership gains you access to the Members Only areas of the IFDA website, your top resource for membership, products, and services information. The IFDA website is always up-to-date and available to you day and night.
Advocacy
IFDA is committed to advocating for the funeral service profession at both the state and national levels. Through ongoing legislative efforts, relationship-building, and grassroots outreach, IFDA works to ensure the interests and concerns of Iowa funeral professionals are represented when laws, regulations, and policies affecting the profession are considered.
IFDA lobbyist, Mike Triplett, works directly with IFDA as the liaison at the Iowa State Capitol. He works alongside IFDA leadership to monitor legislation, communicate with lawmakers, address issues affecting funeral service, and advocate for policies that support the profession and the families it serves.
Through these efforts, IFDA works to protect the interests of funeral professionals, promote positive legislative changes, and ensure the voice of Iowa funeral service is represented in the legislative process.
Members can further support IFDA’s advocacy efforts in several ways, including serving on the Legislative Committee, responding to IFDA legislative alerts when member input is requested, and contributing to the IFDA Political Action Committee (PAC), which supports candidates who understand and are supportive of issues important to funeral service.
IFDA leads the advocacy effort. Member participation and support help strengthen IFDA's ability to effectively represent funeral service at the State Capitol and beyond.
Continuing Education
ANNUAL IFDA CONVENTION
A three-day event that allows members to learn from highly respected leaders in the funeral service industry, discover new products and services offered by cutting-edge suppliers, and network with funeral directors from throughout the state. In 2026 through 2028, the Convention will be at Prairie Meadows Casino, Racetrack, & Hotel in Altoona, IA. Click here for more details.
REGIONAL & DISTRICT MEETINGS
Regional and district meetings provide members with valuable opportunities to earn continuing education credits at no cost while connecting with friends and fellow funeral professionals in their area. Held throughout the year, these meetings offer convenient opportunities to learn, network, share ideas, and stay engaged with the funeral service community.
ONLINE CONTINUING EDUCATION COURSES
As an IFDA member, you can access recorded classes from past conventions through the education page. IFDA has teamed with FuneralCE®, a service of WebCE®, to offer online continuing education courses for funeral professionals. These online CE courses for funeral professionals provide instant results and feedback, unlimited retakes, and online certificates of completion.
DO YOU ALSO HAVE AN INSURANCE LICENSE? Complete your insurance CE requirements online as well! IFDA partners with e-learning to provide free courses for all members.
Forms & Documents
IFDA offers our members access to many professional forms. Members can order insurance or trust contracts directly from IFDA! Our forms are in digital and fillable format for ease of use and accessibility but we also offer printed forms. These forms and other professional and legal documents are accessible through the member portal.
MEMBER BENEFITS
As an IFDA member, you are not only eligible to receive the benefits listed above, you also receive these services & benefits:
- Scholarship Opportunities.
- Endless Continuing Education Opportunities.
- Networking & Connecting with Other Funeral Professionals.
- Creating Partnerships with Allied & Endorsed Partners.
- Receive Exclusive Member Discounts & Savings on Countless Products and Services.
- One Amplified Voice Advocating For You and Your Business.
MEMBER PARTNERSHIPS
- American Profit Recovery
- ARAG Legal
- Buried in work
- Casey's Partnership
- Delta Dental and Vision
- Fairfield Inn and Suites
- Federated Insurance
- Finway Group
- Group Benefits Limited
- Homesteaders Life Company
- Iowa Prepaid Funeral Trust (IPFT)
- Jos. A Banks
- Treasured Memories
- Wildwood Lodge
- National Funeral Directors Association