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A MESSAGE FROM THE PRESIDENT
 Dear Friend,
Welcome to Guidance In Giving, Inc., Professional Stewardship, Development and Campaign consultants. As the Founder, President and CEO of the firm, I would like to explain where this firm has been and where it is going. In March of 1997, I started this firm along with some exceptional partners after working in the field since 1980, solely with Catholic clients. Over the years, along with the executives of the firm, we have developed capital campaigns, designed development programs and implemented stewardship for Catholic parishes, dioceses, and schools throughout the United States. Now, as I begin my 27th year in the Catholic stewardship and development field, I am continuously astonished by the leadership and generosity we witness on a daily basis. I have always said this is a wonderful business to be in because we work with some of the best people in the world; those sacrificing their time, talent and treasure to make the world a better place. A good friend and mentor, who was instrumental in teaching me used to say that we are in a “noble profession”. I think of him often since he is no longer with us, but his spirit continues to inspire our staff in this noble work within the Church.
Today, the staff of Guidance In Giving, Inc. is comprised of fifty dedicated professionals who love what they do. The majority of our account executives come from Catholic Colleges and Universities. While implementing stewardship and development is our profession, we view our work as an important ministry in the Church. Our account executives are the best and brightest in the field and completely dedicated to furthering the mission of the Church. It is this combination of our competent staff and exceptional people with whom we have worked, that has allowed Guidance In Giving, Inc. to raise billions of dollars for Catholic parishes, schools and dioceses. Throughout the field, we are regarded as a firm that will not only raise the necessary funding, but do so under the “auspices of stewardship” while making the parish, school or diocese healthy both spiritually and financially. We have made our mark and we are growing each day. Our account executives are driven people, goal-oriented leaders and take charge individuals! I am honored they are with us as we continue our journey. I am proud to say at GIG, we are an extended family. We help each other at all times and no job is too large or too small. Getting the job done correctly and professionally is what counts. This is what we strive for at all times and each and every client is an important part of our extended family.
As President and CEO of Guidance In Giving, Inc. I hope you will consider our
services
as you make plans to raise funds at your parish or school for building, renovation, restoration, endowment or growth and development. If your diocese is considering a major capital campaign or a program to implement the United States Bishop’s Pastoral on Stewardship, our staff is ready to provide counsel so you can achieve your true potential. It costs nothing to discuss your individual and unique situation. We would be honored to provide you with an honest and objective analysis of your potential and how we may be able to assist you, whether you are a small parish or a large archdiocese.
I hope this letter and our web-site help you understand us a little better. I invite you to explore it to find out more about our services. If you would like to discuss our services, have any questions, would like to contact me personally or one of our executive staff members, please feel free to do so at your convenience. We look forward to continuing our work within the Catholic Church and hope one day your parish, school, diocese or archdiocese will be part of our GIG family.
Sincerely,
Michael R. Cusack
President and CEO
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