The Washington Cemetery, Cremation & Funeral Association (WCCFA) is a non-profit professional association dedicated to educating members of the death care profession in sound, compassionate and ethical service to our communities.
ATTENTION: WCCFA & WSFDA Merger Feedback Letter
Dear Members of WCCFA and WSFDA,
We hope this letter finds you well. We wish to share a few updates from our recent joint meeting between the Washington Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association (WCCFA) and the Washington State Funeral Directors Association (WSFDA). As you may know, we are exploring the possibility of merging our two associations into a single, unified organization to enhance our collective impact and better serve our communities.
During our meeting, we discussed several key areas that will benefit from this merger. We aim to enhance the content and quality of our district meetings and conventions, increase the impact of our lobbying and advocacy efforts, and improve public education initiatives. We also plan to engage the new generation through mentorship and better accessibility to industry professionals as well as highlight multiple career paths to bring more diversity into the industry. Additionally, the goal is to streamline the vendor experience to provide them with more efficient and effective use of their time and resources to support our industry.
Our vision includes increasing public visibility, improving accountability, and shifting the conversation from "Disposition" to "Care." We are addressing challenges such as messaging, membership dues, and organizational structure to ensure a smooth integration.
We are exploring the concept of merging our associations which would in effect create a stronger, more unified organization that can better serve our members and communities. We are committed to transparency and will keep you apprised of our progress. We welcome your feedback and encourage you to reach out with any questions or concerns via the survey link below.
Thank you for your continued support and dedication to our profession.
Sincerely,
Travis Locke
President, Washington State Funeral Directors Association (WSFDA)
Diego Patlan
President, Washington Cemetery, Cremation, and Funeral Association (WCCFA)
