Funeral Consumers Alliance of the Finger Lakes

The Funeral Consumers Alliance of the Finger Lakes (FCAFL) is a nonprofit association that promotes advance planning for funeral needs. It is dedicated to the education and protection of consumers. The Alliance serves Ithaca, Tompkins County, and adjacent areas in central New York, informing its members and the general public about funeral practices and costs.

Founded in 1958 as the Ithaca Memorial Society, the FCAFL is one of more than 100 organizations across North America affiliated with the Funeral Consumers Alliance, Inc.

Membership is free and open to all. Members share a commitment to preplanning, but not prepayment, of simple and affordable funeral and memorial arrangements. Participating funeral directors help carry out the plans of FCAFL members, usually at discounted prices.

If you believe... that money spent on elaborate funerals could be spent more wisely;.

If you prefer... a funeral that is simple, dignified and reasonably priced;.

If you agree... that it is best to make plans in advance and put them in writing;

If you wish... to spare your family and friends difficult decisions when you die;

If you believe it is important... to promote consumer education about funeral-related issues;

Then... you may want to join the Funeral Consumers Alliance of the Finger Lakes.

You are welcome to contact us for information about funeral or deathcare issues or problems.