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The Independent® Resource Guide Independent Brief
Spring 2012 issue of The Independent Available to members only Current Issue -- Mid-Winter 2011

These informative publications serve the diverse needs and interests of members, subscribers and affiliated groups by delivering a wealth of news, opinion, reference data, plus association programs and services.

For questions or information, contact Marketing & Communications.


The Independent

About The Independent | Media Kit | Subscriptions | Submissions |
Current Issue | Past Issues

About The Independent®

The Independent® is published by the International Order of the Golden Rule (OGR). Each edition features bylined articles addressing key issues facing the independent funeral home, as well as news about OGR programs and activities, member benefits and more.

The Independent® Brief has been discontinued, yet going forward its content will be disseminated to members through E-facts and All Member Email.

Contact Marketing & Communications for questions or for reprint permission.

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Advertising Media Kit
Advertising Rate Card 2012 cover

Download the
Rate Card 2012

Reach more than 1,000 loyal Golden Rule independent funeral home owners and managers with your ad in The Independent®.

Reserve space today. Contact Marketing & Communications or call (800) 637-8030, x112.

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Subscriptions

• One year (4 issues): $40
• Two years (8 issues): $60
• Student/educators: take 20% off annual rate (copy of student photo ID required)

To subscribe to The Independent, download the form below and submit it with payment (USD) to: OGR Subscription Dept., 3520 Executive Center Drive, Suite 300, Austin, Texas 78731.

For more informaton, contact Marketing & Communications, (800) 637-8030.

Note: Members receive The Independent® as a benefit of membership.

Subscription Form


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Submissions

Editorial submissions and letters to the editor are invited. Members are encouraged to submit news about their funeral homes, honors received or community involvement activities.

Contributed articles should be 750-2,500 words long. Articles should not be self-promotional but should be of interest to the funeral profession and/or death care profession. Accompanying photos, graphics/charts or other artwork are appreciated and will be used as space allows. OGR reserves the right to edit all submitted materials for clarity, appropriateness and space limitations, adhering to Associated Press style. OGR does not assume responsibility for unsolicited materials. Published articles reflect the opinions of the authors and do not necessarily represent the views of OGR.

Send submissions to the editor:

Email: Marketing & Communications
Mail: The Independent, 3520 Executive Center Drive, Suite 300,
Austin, TX 78731
Call: (800) 637-8030      Fax: (512) 334-5514

Download the Submission Guidelines.

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Current Issue Past Issues
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of The Independent. Member login required.

Access past issues of The Independent (archived from Jan/Feb 2006). Member login required. For earlier editions, contact Marketing & Communications.


Resource Guide

2011 Resource Guide CoverOGR's annual Resource Guide is produced as a reference and networking tool to keep members in touch and informed about their many benefits, programs and services.

In addition to the Membership Roster, the book catalogs association activities; products and services available from OGR's Golden Services Group co-op buying program; leadership and committee listings; plus other information pertinent to getting the most from their dues dollar.

The Resource Guide is published annually.
© International Order of the Golden Rule. All rights reserved.

Consider advertising in next year's guide. Contact Marketing & Communications, (800) 637-8030, and lock in your preferred placement in advance. Discounts for Golden Services Group suppliers.

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