Independent, charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Colorado Springs, CO
The right financial advisor for you depends on how you weigh location, expertise, experience, the clients they typically serve, and how they work with you.
If you're planning to make significant charitable donations, you want an advisor who understands how to maximize your giving's impact while fitting it into your overall financial picture. A common mistake is treating philanthropy as a one-time event rather than an ongoing strategy that aligns with your values and tax situation. Independent advisors here operate without firm constraints, which can mean more personalized attention to your charitable goals.
- Tax-efficient giving. Look for advisors who explain how to use gifts to reduce your taxable income effectively, especially in Colorado's flat income tax environment.
- Gift timing strategy. Ask how they help schedule donations to balance your cash flow needs and tax benefits over multiple years.
- Charitable vehicle options. Confirm they discuss different methods like donor-advised funds or charitable trusts and when each makes sense for you.
- Alignment with values. See if they consider your personal or family philanthropic goals, not just the financial mechanics.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Brian J
Series 63, Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
Silver Oak Securities, Inc.
Brian Johnson specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy in Colorado Springs, leveraging 24 years of experience and independent status to tailor tax-efficient giving strategies. His firm, Silver Oak Securities, manages over $2 billion in assets and offers flat-fee financial planning, serving high earners and business owners with personalized portfolio management and unified managed accounts.
Experience: 25 years
Avg account: $278,962
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Don L
CFP®, Series 63
Colorado Springs, CO
FourStar Wealth Advisors, LLC
Don Leander specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy in Colorado Springs, leveraging 25 years of experience and CFP® certification to guide tax-efficient donation strategies and philanthropic alignment. His firm offers flat-fee and hourly pricing with a focus on mutual funds, equities, and ETFs, providing personalized wealth management that balances charitable goals with comprehensive financial planning.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $778,791
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Sean S
Series 63, Series 66
Colorado Springs, CO
RS Asset Management, LLC
Sean Soulvie offers expertise in charitable giving and philanthropy with 26 years of experience in Colorado Springs, providing personalized strategies that integrate tax-efficient giving and philanthropic goals. His firm, RS Asset Management, serves a diverse client base including trusts and charitable organizations, offering both discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management with a blend of fundamental and technical analysis, and flexible flat-fee and asset-based pricing options.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $427,098
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Tiffany A
Series 65
Colorado Springs, CO
SAGE Private Wealth Group, LLC
Tiffany Austin specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy within an independent, high-net-worth advisory firm in Colorado Springs, offering tailored wealth management and tax-loss harvesting strategies. With five years of experience and a Series 65 designation, she supports established professionals and those approaching retirement, providing family office services with negotiable hourly fees alongside a 1.25% AUM annual fee.
Experience: 6 years
Avg account: $892,100
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Lisa M
CFP®, Series 63
Colorado Springs, CO
Petra Financial Advisors Inc
Lisa Malick specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy in Colorado Springs, offering expertise in tax-efficient giving and strategic gift timing to enhance your charitable impact. Her firm, Petra Financial Advisors, supports a broad client base including families and charitable organizations, using a mix of fundamental and technical analysis, with flat-fee and tiered AUM pricing options that provide flexible financial planning and investment management.
Experience: 14 years
Avg account: $1,165,386
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