Minnesota Funeral Directors Association

02/28/2026

Swing for Support! Golf tournament registration is now open. Hit the fairway, build connections, and support Healing Hearts Connection family grief camps.

⛳ Early-bird pricing through April 27
⛳ Scramble format - perfect for all skill levels
⛳ Awards Dinner Banquet included
⛳ Contests, prizes, and networking opportunities

Register today: https://www.mnfuneral.org/event/MFDAGolf2026

02/25/2026

We have so many meaningful opportunities coming up, and we would love for you to be part of them. 🩵

Spring Family Series - A beautiful space for parents and guardians to connect while kids build friendships of their own. These evenings are grounding, supportive, and truly special.

10‑Year Celebration - April 15 at Fat Pants Brewing Co. Join us as we celebrate a decade of walking alongside grieving families. We can’t wait to gather with our community and honor this milestone together.

Support Groups - Our groups are in full swing. If the timing works for you or someone you know, please reach out.

SAVE THE DATE - May 16 Run/Walk to Remember registration opens this week. Start rallying your teams and honoring your loved ones in a meaningful way.

So much good is ahead, and we are grateful to share it with you. Keep an eye on our website for more details or feel free to call or message us with questions. *Community Partners, feel free to download and share this flyer.

02/25/2026

Get ready to make a splash ! Join us at our 17th Annual Frunge—our biggest fundraiser of the year—March 7, 2026 at Lola’s Lakehouse in Waconia.
Be a Frunger and jump in the lake, a Chicken Chucker, or a Fuzzy Bear Frunger (kids slide into teddy bears). All ages welcome, $10 per person, and Fuzzy Bear Frungers take a bear home!
Ready to help? Use the link to register and start fundraising today, or donate to a Frunger, ! Let’s Frunge to keep Hearts of Hope Family Grief Camp free for families who are grieving. https://healingheartsconnection.com/frunge2026/

02/24/2026

Exhibitor registration is NOW OPEN for MFDA's 135th Annual Convention! Join us May 12-14, 2026 at Cragun's Resort on Gull Lake.

🌲 Early-bird pricing through March 27
🌲 Limited booth space available
🌲 Network with Minnesota's funeral service professionals

Register today: https://www.mnfuneral.org/event/exhibitors2026

02/20/2026

Showing up with purpose. Staying invested with heart.
That's the work. But who's restoring the helpers?

Spend March 21st with Kelly Grosklags (clinical psychotherapist) and Bryan Piatt (mental health therapist & breathwork facilitator) for a full-day wellness experience designed specifically for licensed funeral directors.

✨ Morning movement & nervous system resets
✨ Afternoon mandala art, vision boards & peer connection
✨ Tools you can actually use when emotions run high

Continental breakfast + lunch included
Dress comfortably. Come as you are.

📍 Minnesota Humanities Center, St Paul
📅 Saturday, March 21 | 9am-4pm
🎟️ MFDA Members: $250 (closes March 13)

This isn't just another CE. It's permission to pause.
Register here: https://www.mnfuneral.org/event/wellnessretreat

02/13/2026

MFDA sends condolences to the family and friends of Darwin TeBeest, father of Minnesota funeral director Kevin TeBeest, father-in-law of Minnesota funeral director Judy TeBeest, and grandfather of MFDA Treasurer Kyle TeBeest and Minnesota funeral director Kurt TeBeest

View Darwin TeBeest's obituary, send flowers, find service dates, and sign the guestbook.

02/13/2026

02/13/2026

We're proud to share that our very own Executive Director Miki Tufto recently joined Paul Lovelace on The Director's Playbook podcast!

From industry consolidation and staffing challenges to alternative burial methods and succession planning, Miki tackled the big issues facing funeral professionals today.

She also spoke to something close to our hearts — the Healing Hearts Connection grief camps and the incredible MFDA board members who took the leap to bring that organization to life.

This is exactly the kind of leadership and advocacy that makes the Minnesota funeral profession stronger. We couldn't be more proud!

🎧 Watch or listen wherever you get your podcasts, or click here 👉

Insights on funeral profession trends, leadership, workforce challenges, and consumer education in a conversation with MFDA Executive Director Miki Tufto.

02/05/2026

01/26/2026

Congrats on 40 years with NFDA, Christine 🎉

🎉𝐂𝐞𝐥𝐞𝐛𝐫𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐠 𝟒𝟎 𝐘𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐬!🎉

Tomorrow, Jan 27, NFDA celebrates 𝐂𝐡𝐫𝐢𝐬𝐭𝐢𝐧𝐞 𝐏𝐞𝐩𝐩𝐞𝐫’𝐬 𝟒𝟎𝐭𝐡 𝐚𝐧𝐧𝐢𝐯𝐞𝐫𝐬𝐚𝐫𝐲 with our association! From 1986 to today, Christine’s dedication, insight and leadership have helped shape NFDA and strengthen the funeral service profession worldwide.🌟

🙌 Join us in thanking Christine for 40 years of service.
Leave a message or memory in the comments to help us celebrate.💙

Learn more about her storied career: https://nfda.org/news/in-the-news/nfda-news/id/9954/celebrating-40-years-of-leadership-christine-pepper