Yearly Archives: 2021

30% of Charitable Giving occurs in December: Be the voice that sparks the gift

By |November 9th, 2021|Blog|

Charitable giving is on the rise in 2021! Philanthropy has never been more important as it has been these last few years, and as we approach giving season, it is important for non profits to be prepared to maximize year end giving. Nearly 1/3 of charitable giving occurs in December, with 12% happening the last [...]

Getting Creative in Texas!

By |October 22nd, 2021|Blog|

What creativity! Fr. John Cahoon, pastor of St. Angela Merici, Missouri City, TX and our GIG directors produced this short video to increase campaign reception attendance, and it was very effective! Love his sense of humor and all the "hats" he wore for the various themes! https://youtu.be/yZoF5TlgpxM

Celebrating St. Francis of Assisi

By |October 6th, 2021|Blog|

We love celebrating the Feast of St. Francis of Assisi with all the pet blessings      Jennifer Frazer Keene, President, Diocesan Services had her dog Sully blessed this past weekend at Sacred Heart Cathedral, Raleigh, NC. Video of the service featuring Jennifer and Sully: https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=gQSOsinMh24 Article on celebrating St. Francis of Assisi: https://www.ncregister.com/.../celebrating-st-francis-of... Our favorite quote from [...]

The Future of Guidance In Giving Continued

By |September 27th, 2021|Blog|

Recently, you received a letter from Mike Cusack announcing some changes in our organization as we complete our 25th anniversary as a firm. I am honored to have accepted the role of CEO of Guidance in Giving, Inc. and I want to first thank Mike for his extraordinary leadership for the last 25 years as [...]

The Future of Guidance In Giving

By |September 7th, 2021|Blog|

Dear friends, Twenty-five years ago, my vision of a true Catholic Stewardship and Development firm led to the formation of Guidance In Giving, Inc., a Catholic organization that catered specifically to Catholic clients! Along with my partners, Michael Goodwin, Joseph Zamorano and Carlos Proaño, I took my love for the Catholic Church and commitment to [...]