The Foundation
About The VFDA Foundation
Our Mission Statement
The mission of the Virginia Funeral Directors Association Foundation (VFDAF) engages business and community partners in the support of professionals and students currently in or entering the funeral service profession through education, advocacy and leadership development. By doing this, the VFDAF will help to eliminate barriers to opportunities by helping people to reach their fullest potential. The VFDA Foundation Bylaws VFDA Foundation Donation Information & Donation Form VFDA Foundation Brochure
VFDA Foundation 50/50 Raffle Tickets
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50/50 raffle drawing at the 132nd Annual VFDA Convention supports our scholarship fund for professionals and students currently in or entering the funeral service profession. Order your tickets today!
VFDA Foundation Past Presidents Scholarship Award
The VFDA Foundation is offering a $750 scholarship to future funeral directors and those in the funeral profession to be used toward tuition, books/supplies or National Boards exam fees. Scholarship(s) will be awarded each year based on the amount previously approved by the Past Presidents Council. Applicants will receive consideration without discrimination of race, creed, color, sex, age, marital status, national origin or handicap. Tell your friends!
Board of Trustees
David L. Arritt, CFSP, Chair
C. Keister Whitt, CFSP, Vice Chair
Les Powell, III, Treasurer
Dennis W. Byers
Jimmie K. Crowder
Marty Hagy
Robert “Bob” H. Johnson
Bettye F. Miller
Michael Rorrer
Ray Sloan
Frankie Sheridan
Michael Turch, CFSP
Robert L. Finch, Jr.
Larry Joines
Bob Oman
Robert J. Gallagher
Joseph Teague, Chairman Emeritus
Ex-Offico Member-Lacy Whittaker