57th Annual Stewardship ConferenceChicago, Illinois October 6-9, 2019
INVITATION TO EXHIBIT
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WHO IS ICSC?
The International Catholic Stewardship Council (ICSC) is a professional organization recognized internationally as a source of education, networking and information to advance the ministry of Christian stewardship as a way of life in the Roman Catholic Church, and to promote the cause of Catholic philanthropy in dioceses and parishes worldwide.
ICSC is the only organization dedicated exclusively to advancing Christian stewardship, Catholic philanthropy and resource development in North America as well as overseas. Founded in 1962, ICSC has over 1,200 members representing over 800 dioceses and archdioceses, parish communities, Catholic organizations and professional firms internationally.
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MEMBERSHIP ICSC has over 1,200 members representing over 800 dioceses, archdioceses, parish communities, Catholic organizations and professional firms nationally and internationally.
UNITED STATES & CANADA
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INTERNATIONAL MEMBERS AND COMMUNITY
ArgentinaAustraliaBahamasBarbadosBrazil
ChileColombiaCubaDominican RepublicEcuador
GermanyGhanaGuatemalaHaitiHonduras
IndiaIrelandItalyJamaicaLebanon
MalawiMaltaMexicoNew ZealandNicaragua
NigeriaPeruPhilippinesSaint LuciaSamoaSouth Africa
SpainSurinameTrinidad & TobagoUgandaUnited KingdomZimbabwe
INTERNATIONAL
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Membership by Organization Membership by Ministry/Job Title
n Parishes . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .70%
n Dioceses and Archdioceses . . .24%
n Professional Firms . . . . . . . . . . .4%
n Catholic Associations . . . . . . . .2%
n Parish Pastoral Staff . . . . . . . . .30%
n Priests . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .28%
n Diocesan Stewardship and . . . .24% Development Officers
n Bishops and Archbishops . . . . . .8%
n Parish Stewardship Directors . . .6%
n Parish Business Managers . . . . . .4%
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ICSC ANNUAL CONFERENCE
Each fall, ICSC presents an annual conference for bishops, pastors, development and stewardship officers, diocesan CFOs, and other parish, diocesan and school leaders who hold a professional discipline or are interested in the areas of Christian stewardship in the Catholic tradition and Catholic philanthropy. The conference provides opportunities to learn about Christian stewardship and how Christ calls us to serve in a meaningful and practical way.
Highlights
• 1,200 Attendees Nationally and Internationally
• 80 Thought-provoking Presentations
• Motivating Keynote Speakers
• Presentations of Awards
• Inspiring Liturgies
• Exhibitors
Traditional Educational Tracks
• Introduction to Christian Stewardship
• Stewardship: Beyond the Basics
• Stewardship and Our Life of Faith
• Parish Business Managers, and Administrators
• Catholic School Advancement
• ICSC Strategic Partners- Wisdom for Parishes
• Fundamental Themes in Diocesan Stewardship and Development
• Diocesan Advanced Studies
• Catholic Foundations
• ICSC Strategic Partners- Wisdom for Dioceses
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DECISION MAKERS ATTEND ICSC CONFERENCES
Each year, diocesan, parish, and school decision makers attend ICSC conferences. The conference is a great resource for a variety of decision makers who work in the Catholic Church. Listed below are some selected job titles of these decision makers:
Bishop’s OfficeArchbishopBishopAuxiliary BishopVicar GeneralVicar for Clergy
Catholic SchoolsStrategic Planning Coordinator PrincipalAssistant PrincipalDean of Students Director of AdvancementDirector of Campus MinistryAdvancement Committee Member Superintendent of SchoolsSchool Board Members
Chancery OfficeChancellorVice Chancellor
CommunicationsDirector of Communications Media Communication ManagerSocial Media CoordinatorTechnology Manager
Finance OfficeChief Financial OfficerDirector of FinanceDirector of Administrative ServicesDiocesan Financial OfficerAccountantFinancial Data Analyst
FoundationsExecutive DirectorAssistant Director, Catholic Foundation Director of Planned GivingDirector of Development and Planned GivingDirector, Major Gifts and Development
Liturgy OfficeDirector of LiturgyMusic and Liturgical Ministries
MinistriesDirector of Adult Faith FormationDirector of Discipleship and CatechesisDirector of Hispanic MinistryDirector of Multicultural MinistryDirector of Religious EducationYouth and Young Adult Outreach
Parish CommunitiesPastorAssistant PastorDeaconParish AdministratorParish Business ManagerDirector of Parish Faith FormationDirector of Religious EducationFinance Council ChairPastoral Council MemberStewardship Council Member Parish Stewardship Director
Stewardship and DevelopmentDirector of Stewardship and DevelopmentDirector of Annual AppealsDirector of Charities and DevelopmentDirector of Development and Donor RelationsDirector of Development and PlanningAssociate Director of DevelopmentAnnual Appeal CoordinatorCoordinator of Stewardship
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STRATEGIC PARTNERS WHO JOINED US AT THE 2018 CONFERENCE
Gold-Level Strategic Partners
Catholic Extension
CCS
Diocesan
GP Catholic Services
Liturgical Publications
Our Sunday Visitor
Plaza Meetings
Pushpay, Inc.
Silver-Level Strategic Partners
ACS Technologies
Blackbaud
Greater Mission LLC
J.S. Paluch Company, Inc.
Lynch Development Associates
Bronze-Level Strategic Partners
CAPTRUST Advisors
Casting Nets Ministries
Changing Our World
FACTS
Faith Direct, Inc.
GiveCentral
Givelify, LLC
Guidance In Giving, Inc.
IWP Capital, LLC
Little Books of the Diocese of Saginaw, Inc.
Ramsey Solutions
Rebuilt Parish Solutions
ROI Dataworks Inc.
Ruotolo Associates, Inc.
Steier Group
Stifel, Nicolaus & Co.
Suttle-Straus, Inc.
Vanco Payment Solutions
Villanova University Center for Church Management & Business Ethics
Walsh & Associates, Church Capital Campaign Specialists
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EXHIBITORS WHO JOINED US AT THE 2018 CONFERENCE
Amergent
Ave Maria Press
Bovard Studio, Inc.
Caravelle Tours Inc
Cathedral Corporation
Catholic Mutual Group
Catholic Stewardship Consultants
Church Budget Envelope & Mailing Co.
Collette
Conrad Schmitt Studios, Inc.
D.P. Murphy Co. Inc.
Deluxe Treasury Management Solutions
DonorPerfect Fundraising Software
Faith Journeys
Far Horizons
Franck & Lohsen Architects, Inc.
Gabriel Software LLC
Gaspard, Inc.
Generis, Inc.
Good Shepherd Travel
Harrison Design
Henning Communications, Inc.
Inspire Investing
Investing for Catholics
John Tiedemann Inc
Latin Patriarchate Pilgrimages, USA LTD
Letter Concepts, Inc.
Lifetouch Church Directories & Portraits
Loyola Press
Ministry Scheduler Pro
myEoffering Electronic Giving
National Church Solution
ParishSOFT
Prenger Solutions Group
Qtego Auction Services
Rambusch Decorating Company
Rugo Stone, LLC
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
SecureGive
Sharpe Group
Stewardship Technology
United States Conference of Catholic Bishops (Office of National Collections)
W & E Baum Bronze Tablet Corp.
Walsworth History Books
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2019 STRATEGIC PARTNER AND EXHIBITOR OPPORTUNITIESWe invite you to exhibit at the ICSC’s annual conference as a strategic partner or conference exhibitor. The annual conferences present an unparalleled opportunity to be among the top firms that support diocesan, parish, and school leaders. Exhibiting at the annual conference is a great way to gain exposure to bishops, pastors and other top decision makers in Catholic archdioceses, dioceses, parishes and schools. Church leaders are always looking for products and services that can help them in their respective work and ministries.
ICSC is committed and grateful to our strategic partners. We offer opportunities year-round to ensure our strategic partners are able to reach our members to assist them in their important ministries for the Catholic Church.
Why should you become a strategic partner with ICSC?As a fundraising consulting firm dedicated solely to addressing the unique issues facing the Catholic Church in areas of fundraising, planning and communication, we find ICSC a faithful and faith-filled partner and resource every step of the way. We appreciate our partnership with the International Catholic Stewardship Council, along with the mission it espouses and the community it serves.
William W. GormanManaging Director, GP Catholic Services
Lynch Development Associates highly recommends partnering with ICSC to broaden your client base and further your mission. The benefits extend far beyond the annual conference!
Kevin T. LynchPresident, Lynch Development Associates
Guidance In Giving believes that fundraising is not just about money, it’s about being stewards of the faith. Our development efforts are rooted firmly in Christian stewardship, as we know it is necessary to appropriately balance the need for funds with the spiritual needs of the parish, school or arch/diocese, as well as that of the donor. We are honored to support ICSC in its mission to provide education and networking to advance stewardship as a way of life.
Michael R. CusackChairman and CEO, Guidance In Giving
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GOLD-LEVEL STRATEGIC PARTNER $15,000
Year-Round Benefits
• Wisdom From ICSC Strategic Partners Six-month rotation in 2020 calendar year - E-version Educational Opportunity Distributed to ICSC members
- Video on ICSC website
• Recognition of Our Strategic Partners - Live link on ICSC website
• ICSC 2020 Preferred Vendor Directory
• First opportunity to serve Regional Meetings
• ICSC Member
• Post open positions on ICSC website
Conference Benefits
• Session presenter opportunity
• Three exhibit booths in premier location
• 50% discount on purchase of additional booth space
• Ten complimentary conference registrations - Additional registrations at $499
• Conference meals for conference registrants
• Co-Sponsor: Opening Ceremonies - Ten-slide rotating PowerPoint video (no audio) at entrance and exit Tuesday’s Luncheon - Ten-slide rotating PowerPoint video (no audio) at entrance and exit - Promotional Flyer
• Conference program recognition - Organization name - Description of professional services - Two-page spread ad prominently displayed - Thank you recognition
• Gold Partner recognition signage in registration area
• Gold Partner ribbon affixed to name badges of your representatives
• Single item insertion in conference tote bags
• Complimentary e-version list of conference registrants available four months prior to conference and upon completion of conference
• E-blast announcement of Strategic Partner’s conference sponsorship - Link to Partner’s website
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SILVER-LEVEL STRATEGIC PARTNER $10,000
Year-Round Benefits
• Wisdom From ICSC Strategic Partners Three-month rotation in 2020 calendar year - E-version Educational Opportunity Distributed to ICSC members
- Video on ICSC website
• Recognition of Our Strategic Partners - Live link on ICSC website
• ICSC 2020 Preferred Vendor Directory
• First opportunity to serve Regional Meetings
• ICSC Member
• Post open positions on ICSC website
Conference Benefits
• Session presenter opportunity
• Two exhibit booths in prime location
• 25% discount on purchase of additional booth space
• Six complimentary conference registrations - Additional registrations at $499
• Conference meals for conference registrants
• Co-Sponsor Monday’s Luncheon - Ten-slide rotating PowerPoint video (no audio) at entrance and exit - Promotional Flyer Conference Session Beverage Breaks - Signage in area
• Conference program recognition - Organization name - Description of professional services - Full-page ad - Thank you recognition
• Silver Partner recognition signage in registration area
• Silver Partner ribbon affixed to name badges of your representatives
• Single item insertion in conference tote bags
• Complimentary e-version list of conference registrants available three months prior to conference and upon completion of conference
• E-blast announcement of Strategic Partner’s conference sponsorship - Link to Partner’s website
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BRONZE-LEVEL STRATEGIC PARTNER $5,000
Year-Round Benefits
• Recognition of Our Strategic Partners - Live link on ICSC website
• ICSC 2020 Preferred Vendor Directory
• First opportunity to serve Regional Meetings
• ICSC Member
• Post open positions on ICSC website
Conference Benefits
• Session presenter opportunity
• One exhibit booth
• Four complimentary conference registrations - Additional registrations at $499
• Conference meals for conference registrants
• Conference program recognition - Organization name - Description of professional services - Half page ad - Thank you recognition
• Bronze Partner recognition signage in registration area
• Bronze Partner ribbon affixed to name badges of your representatives
• Single item insertion in conference tote bags
• Complimentary e-version list of conference registrants available two months prior to conference and upon completion of conference
• E-blast announcement of Strategic Partner’s conference sponsorship - Link to Partner’s website
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ADDITIONAL OPPORTUNITIES FOR SUPPORT
Conference Exhibitor $2,450
• One exhibit booth space
• Two complimentary conference registrations
- Additional registrations at $499
• Conference meals for conference registrants
• Conference Program recognition - Organization name - Description of professional services
• Complimentary e-version list of conference registrants available one month prior to conference and upon completion of conference
• Opportunity for conference tote bag enclosure (additional fee of $500)
• Opportunity to purchase half page advertisement in Conference Program (additional fee of $750)
• Opportunity to purchase quarter page advertisement in Conference Program (additional fee of $500)
Additional Opportunities
Lanyards . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500
Conference Tote Bags . . . . . . . . . . . $6,500
Conference Program recognition . . . . $500 - Organization name - Description of professional services
Conference Tote Bag enclosure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500
Half page advertisement in Conference Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $750
Quarter page advertisement in Conference Program . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $500
Wifi Sponsor . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $14,000
Registration Brochure . . . . . . . . . . $10,000
Conference Program Book . . . . . . $11,000
At-a-Glance Program . . . . . . . . . . . . $1,500
Liturgy Book . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $2,500
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CONFERENCE HOTEL INFORMATION
ICSC Conference Headquarters Hotel
The Sheraton Grand Chicago is set in the heart of the bustling downtown district. Set along the Chicago Riverwalk, iconic attractions including Millennium Park, Navy Pier and the Magnificent Mile are mere steps away. Settle in to your intuitively designed room or suite, which boasts city, river and lake views; sink into their ultra-comfortable Sheraton Signature Sleep Experience, and make use of a spacious work desk, high-speed internet and a flat-screen TV. Their hotel is pleased to feature several excellent restaurants, from prime cuts of beef at Shula’s Steak House to the laid-back Chicago Burger Company and CBC Lounge. They also offer a gym, as well as an indoor pool with a sun deck - a rarity among Riverwalk hotels.
Sheraton Grand Chicago 301 East North Water Street Chicago, Illinois 60611
Hotel Reservations
ICSC has made arrangements through its conference coordinator, Plaza Meetings, for accommodations at the Sheraton Grand Chicago. Hotel reservations will be available on the ICSC website after January 1, 2019.
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It was in July 1962, that Cardinal Joseph Ritter, Archbishop of St. Louis, invited a group of people to join him for dinner. Included in that group were Bishop Albert Zuroweste of Belleville, Illinois, and Father Paul F. Kaletta, a pastor in the archdiocese. The cardinal had just appointed Father Kaletta to head what was called the Archdiocese of St. Louis Expansion Fund, a fundraising effort to provide financing for a number of projects Cardinal Ritter hoped to accomplish before he retired.
The evening’s fundraising discussion took an unanticipated turn when Father Kaletta pointed out that one of the weaknesses of the Church was the lack of exchange and networking among dioceses and parishes. He was glad to see the Diocese of Belleville represented, but would have been most pleased if other nearby dioceses were also part of the exchange. As a result, at the end of the evening, Father Kaletta was charged with exploring a means by which dioceses might be able to come together, specifically to discuss, exchange ideas and share information about how they approached the challenges of funding the development of their dioceses, parishes, and schools.
Under the patronage of Cardinal Ritter and the efforts of Father Kaletta, a number of dioceses came together in late 1962 to form a group called the National Council for Diocesan Support Programs, or NCDSP.
In 1967, NCDSP incorporated, and in 1968, the new NCDSP board of directors changed its name to the National Catholic Stewardship Council, NCSC. Over time, NCSC sought to identify a more theological approach to the concept of Christian stewardship, a theology which moved beyond money and finances into a total way of life.
Beginning with the 1991 annual NCSC conference in Chicago, a program was prepared that not only included a greater emphasis on the theological and spiritual aspects of stewardship, but also offered sessions which had greater appeal and practical value to parishes. Up to this point, the organization had been primarily diocesan-driven.
Under the guidance and persuasion of then Archbishop Thomas Murphy of Seattle, Washington, the United States bishops’ ad hoc committee on stewardship, chaired by Archbishop Murphy, began to develop the bishops’ pastoral letter on Christian stewardship. The final draft was revealed in part to the NCSC membership at its 1992 annual conference. The plenary session in late October 1992 at which the letter – Stewardship: A Disciple’s Response – was first presented included a panel of members of the ad hoc committee, including Archbishop Murphy, Bishop James Keleher of Belleville, who had become the fourth NCSC Episcopal Moderator in 1989, Bishop John McRaith of Owensboro, Kentucky, and Bishop Robert Morneau, Auxiliary Bishop of Green Bay, Wisconsin. Two weeks later at their annual meeting, the U.S. bishops overwhelmingly approved the pastoral letter.
A HISTORY OF THE INTERNATIONAL CATHOLIC STEWARDSHIP COUNCIL
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In 1991 a board position was established for a Canadian representative, and NCSC became in effect an international organization, and 1998 saw the first of three international conferences held in Rome. Thus, in September 1999, the board of directors voted to change the organization’s name to the International Catholic Stewardship Council, Inc., or ICSC, to reflect its international mission. The 2002 annual conference was held in Toronto, Canada, another indication of this international trend.
Since those early days in the 60s, Catholic dioceses, parishes, associations and religious congregations from around the world have come together at the ICSC annual conference for four days of presentations, workshops, liturgies and major addresses. Still today, participants experience the Catholic vision of Christian stewardship as a way of life. Timely topics by knowledgeable and experienced speakers are part of a comprehensive program of spiritual reflection, theological formation, best practices and new ideas as they pertain to stewardship, discipleship, and Catholic philanthropy. Inspiring liturgies, annual award presentations, engaging receptions and specialized exhibits supplement this unique and valuable program.
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ICSC Resource Center26300 Ford Road, #317
Dearborn Heights, MI 48127
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For questions regarding exhibitor registration or benefits, please contact:
Shannon LeeDirector of Business Development