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At Guidance In Giving, Inc., we believe that fund-raising in the Catholic Church is not just about raising money; it is about being Stewards of the Faith. In 1980, Michael R. Cusack, CEO and President entered the Catholic Stewardship and Development field. Over the past 27 years, the partners of our firm have been involved with campaigns for Catholic dioceses, parishes and institutions in all parts of the United States. Guidance In Giving, Inc. has the ability to design and implement a successful fund-raising and development program unique to various diocesan needs and situations. Guidance In Giving, Inc. has a nationwide Catholic staff of account executives that have expertise and experience in all types of Catholic stewardship and development efforts. Campaigns designed by the firm utilize techniques, developed while conducting successful programs over the years, which are continuously tested and refined to ensure that they will enable our clients to achieve the desired results.
Guidance In Giving, Inc. is the only firm in the United States whose sole mission involves conducting capital campaigns, implementing stewardship, and assisting development programs for Catholic dioceses, parishes, and schools. We are only involved with development and stewardship in the Catholic Church and our account executives understand Catholic stewardship and theology. The majority of our account executives are graduates of Catholic Colleges and Universities and involved in their parishes communities. We feel this gives us a unique understanding of our field and will assist us in developing a plan for your diocese. The firm has worked with over 50 Catholic dioceses during the past ten years and will use our extensive experience to conduct a successful campaign for your diocese.
In our development efforts, Guidance In Giving, Inc. strives at all times to conduct successful campaigns by building a dynamic and collaborative relationship with the diocesan administration, pastors, priests, pastoral teams, parishioners and diocesan staff. We take pride in developing long-term relationships with our clients. It is our role as a firm to listen prior to developing the campaign plan. By listening and asking questions we are able to develop a program that complements the existing atmosphere and energy in the diocese as well as throughout the parishes. We do not believe in the "cookie cutter" approach to campaigns; we believe that every campaign must utilize the inherent strengths of the people we are serving.
The executives and staff of Guidance In Giving, Inc. realize that the face of today's Catholic Church is rapidly changing. We are extremely sensitive to the needs of multi-cultural communities and work closely with our clients to ensure the involvement and participation of each family in the diocese. Through consultation, we can design a program to fit your needs. Your stewardship and development program need not be a burdensome task. It can be an excellent opportunity to reinforce the call of stewardship and provide ongoing education and evangelization to parishioners throughout
the diocese.
Guidance In Giving, Inc. is committed to providing our clients with comprehensive on-site service. We provide counsel at every step of the process as well as being personally involved in the following key areas: Planning/Feasibility Study; Leadership Gift solicitations; Special Gift Receptions and follow-up; Training Campaign Leadership; Volunteer Recruitment and Training; Production of all campaign materials; monitoring the campaign through our computerized Campaign Management System; and follow-up during and after the pledge redemption period.
It is said in fund-raising that "people give to people." Our plan, therefore, is structured to maximize personal contact. We strive not only to increase personal contact between parishioners but also to increase the time we spend personally interacting with diocesan leaders, pastors, pastoral teams, priests, staff and donors. One way we accomplish this is by the use of computer technology. This technology allows directors to manage day-to-day operations and track the campaign results easily, therefore permitting them more time in the field working with pastors and parishioners.
The Executive Staff of Guidance In Giving, Inc. has earned a nationwide reputation for raising enormous sums for diocesan clients in a spiritual and responsible manner. Our Account Executives are sensitive to your special needs and respond with care and sincerity to concerns of both diocesan leaders and local pastors. We can expertly convey the campaign goals and objectives to people at all levels. Guidance In Giving, Inc. has a unique understanding of the Catholic Church and all its complexities. This understanding enables us to provide counsel to our diocesan clients.
Guidance In Giving, Inc. is firmly committed to stewardship and has been very involved with the International Catholic Stewardship Council since our inception. Our executive staff and account executives have been conducting successful diocesan campaigns since 1980 and would welcome the opportunity to assist your diocese. Guidance In Giving, Inc. has assisted the following dioceses with Capital Campaigns, Annual Appeals, Planning Studies, Feasibility Studies and Stewardship Programs:
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