Become Certified

Thank you for your interest in becoming certified by the Green Burial Council.
Please create a Join-It account and fill out the necessary fields using the link below. We will reach out through Join-It for any next steps.

Join-It Certification Application

 The GBC Certification Process

Step 1: Submit Your Application
Complete the application form on Join It, and our team will be notified to begin your certification process. Questions? Email us at info@greenburialcouncil.org.

Step 2: Payment & Agreements
Eligible providers will receive an invoice for the certification fee and a Provider Agreement to sign. This is where we clarify your billing information, number of locations you're certifying, etc. to ensure a smoother process once certified.

Step 3: Document Submission
An administrator will guide you through submitting the required documents for review, ensuring you have the tools and resources to succeed. Togehter, you will assemble a "packet" that will be forwarded to the GBC's Certification Team for review.

Step 4: Certification Review
A Specialist from our Certification Team will evaluate your submitted documents to ensure alignment with GBC Certification Standards. If additional information or adjustments are needed, we’ll help you to address them to meet certification requirements.

Step 5: Earn Your Certification
Once approved, you will receive: a certificate verifying your status as a GBC-certified provider, permission to display the GBC logo on your website/marketing materials, and a listing on the GBC directory.

GBC Provider Membership Benefits
  • Use of the GBC logo to showcase your commitment to sustainability.
  • Announcement of your certification in our monthly newsletter (reaching 5,000+ recipients).
  • A listing with weblink on the GBC website, featuring interactive maps that attract 10,000+ monthly page views.
  • Social media highlights on platforms including Facebook, Instagram, and LinkedIn.

The Value of the GBC Logo

At a time when the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) reports that 60% of environmental claims may be misleading, the GBC seal stands as a trusted symbol of integrity. We ensure providers are aligned with verifiable standards.

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Funeral Homes

  • Initial Location: $445
  • Additional Locations Under Common Ownership: $150 each
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Cemeteries

  • Initial Location: $445
  • Additional Locations: $150 each
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Burial & Body Care Products 

  • Initial Product: $445
  • Additional Products: $50 each

For organizations with both funeral homes and cemeteries under common ownership, the first location of each type is charged at $445, with additional locations billed at $150 each.

Refund Policy
If your facility or product does not meet GBC standards within six months of application, you are eligible for a 50% refund. Incomplete applications marked as provisional due to missing documentation are not eligible for refund.

Certification FAQs