Top charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Dublin, GA

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 meaningful charitable donations or set up philanthropy efforts, you want an advisor who understands how to align your giving with your financial goals. A common mistake is focusing only on the donation amount without considering tax implications or long-term impact.

  • Tax-efficient giving. Look for advisors who explain how to use retirement income exclusions and other tax rules to maximize your gift's value.
  • Philanthropic goal alignment. Ask how they help connect your charitable intentions with your overall financial plan, not just one-off donations.
  • Gift vehicle options. Confirm they discuss different ways to give, like donor-advised funds or charitable trusts, and why one might suit you better.
  • Legacy planning integration. See if they consider how your philanthropy fits into your estate and legacy goals, ensuring your values carry forward.

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Bradley S

Series 63, Series 65

Dublin, GA

Cetera

Bradley Skeeters is a financial advisor with Cetera, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and over 33 years of industry experience. He has worked at Cetera since 2025 and previously spent 18 years with Avantax Insurance Services, Inc. and 13 years with 1st Global Advisors, Inc. He is also affiliated with Nichols, Cauley & Associates, LLC, where he has served as a financial advisor since 2006. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm serving a broad client base, including individuals, employer-sponsored retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm offers a variety of portfolio management and consulting services through a multi-manager platform that includes affiliated and third-party model portfolios, supporting both discretionary and non-discretionary account management.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Matthew S

Series 63, Series 65

Dublin, GA

Tlg Advisors, Inc.

Matthew Sweat is a financial advisor with TLG Advisors, Inc. in Dublin, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and having 13 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at The Leaders Group, Inc., Equitable Advisors LLC, and M HOLDINGS SECURITIES, Inc. He is also the owner of M Sweat Financial Resources and Deep South Financial, managing non-investment related business activities. TLG Advisors, Inc. is an SEC-registered investment adviser managing approximately $2.0 billion in discretionary client assets. The firm serves individuals, retirement plans, trusts, charitable organizations, businesses, and institutional investors, offering services such as portfolio management, financial and estate planning, ERISA fiduciary services, and the Starlight Portfolios direct-to-consumer program.

Wealth management Passive / index investing Active portfolio management General estate planning guidance Business ownership considerations Founder/Business Owner Retired
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Derek D

Series 63, Series 65

Hockton, GA

Alden investment Group

Derek D'Alonzo is a financial advisor with Alden Investment Group, holding Series 63 and Series 65 credentials and bringing 34 years of industry experience. His prior roles include positions at Ameriprise Financial Services Inc and SunTrust Advisory Services. Alden Investment Advisors provides portfolio management and financial planning to individuals, other advisors, retirement plans, and institutional clients. The firm specializes in retirement programs and executive benefits for small and mid-sized employers, utilizing a proprietary investment platform and integrated tools to enhance client reporting and fiduciary oversight.

Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business ownership considerations Active portfolio management Options & derivatives strategies Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Roger G

Series 63, Series 65

Cochran, GA

LPL Enterprise

Roger Gilbert is a financial advisor at LPL Enterprise with 34 years of industry experience. He holds the Series 63 and Series 65 designations and has a background that includes over three decades at Prudential Insurance Company of America and Pruco Securities, LLC. In addition to his advisory role, Gilbert is also a health insurance agent. LPL Enterprise provides investment advisory and brokerage services to a wide range of clients, including individuals, high-net-worth investors, retirement plans, banks, and charitable entities. The firm emphasizes model-driven investment strategies and offers access to third-party asset managers and insurance products through an extensive network of investment adviser representatives.

Tax-loss harvesting

Charles J

Series 63, Series 66

Dublin, GA

Edward Jones

Charles Johnson is a financial advisor with Edward Jones in Dublin, GA, holding Series 63 and Series 66 designations and having 30 years of industry experience. He has been with Edward Jones since 1998. Outside of his advisory role, he serves as Treasurer and a board member of the Laurens County Chamber of Commerce with responsibilities related to finance. Edward Jones is a full-service wealth management firm serving individual and institutional clients, including high-net-worth households and pension plans. The firm offers a range of advisory programs and investment strategies supported by a large network of advisors and branch offices nationwide.

Retirement income strategy General estate planning guidance Multi-generational wealth transfer Planning for children with special needs Wealth management Retired Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Sally H

Series 63, Series 65

New York, NY

Seasons of Advice Wealth Management

Sally Hyman is a financial advisor with Seasons of Advice Wealth Management in New York, NY. She holds Series 63 and Series 65 licenses and has 43 years of industry experience, including roles at Ameriprise Financial Services and RBC Capital Markets. Outside of her advisory work, she records and sells vocal CDs and is involved in publishing her father's book on the spiritual meaning of disease and science. Seasons of Advice Wealth Management provides financial planning and discretionary investment management to individuals, high net worth clients, trusts, small business owners, professionals, and families. The firm uses a proprietary planning process that integrates goal tracking, asset allocation, and tax planning, tailoring investment recommendations to each client’s objectives and risk tolerance.

General estate planning guidance Business exit / sale strategy Cash flow / budgeting Founder/Business Owner Executive Values-based investing
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Richard M

Series 63

Fort Walton, FL

Cetera

Richard Martin is a financial advisor at Cetera with 29 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 63 designation and has a background that includes nearly three decades at Avantax Advisory Services and eight years at Avantax Insurance Agency. Outside of his advisory work, he is the owner and sole proprietor of Martin & Pellegrin, CPAs, a tax preparation and accounting firm. Cetera Investment Advisers LLC is an SEC-registered firm that serves a broad client base including individuals, retirement plans, corporate and charitable clients, and institutional accounts. The firm provides a multi-manager platform offering discretionary and non-discretionary portfolio management, financial planning, and access to various program structures and third-party money managers.

Wealth management Tax-loss harvesting Retirement plans for business owners (SEP, solo 401k) Business exit / sale strategy Founder/Business Owner Executive
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Thaddeus P

CFP®, Series 63, Series 65

Grand Rapids, MI

Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC

Thaddeus Phelps is a CFP® professional with 28 years of experience in the financial services industry. He has worked at Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC since 2019 and previously spent 14 years with Ameriprise Financial Services, Inc. In addition to his advisory work, Phelps owns a tax preparation business and an accounting support service, and he serves in fiduciary roles such as trustee and executor. Advance Wealth Management Service, LLC provides investment advisory and financial planning services primarily to individuals, high-net-worth clients, trusts, estates, and business entities. The firm offers discretionary investment management through a wrap asset management program and emphasizes an individualized approach with asset allocation supported by fundamental, sector, and technical analysis, including risk management strategies such as put options and conservative cash instruments.

College savings (529s, UTMA, etc.) Charitable giving & philanthropy General estate planning guidance General tax planning Options & derivatives strategies

Edward B

Series 63, Series 65, Series 66

Garden City, NY

Merrill

Edward Blatz serves as a Senior Resident Director and Wealth Management Advisor at Merrill Lynch. He specializes in working with high net-worth individuals and families, focusing on estate and wealth management needs. Since joining Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in 1985, he has provided personalized financial solutions tailored to his clients' risk tolerance, time horizon, liquidity needs, and investment goals. Edward's expertise encompasses a range of areas including college education planning, divorce transition planning, employee benefits, executive compensation, family wealth management strategies, managing new wealth, individual and corporate investment strategies, and retirement income planning. He collaborates closely with clients' tax advisors and estate planning attorneys to ensure comprehensive management of clients' financial and personal affairs. Edward is recognized as a member of The Blatz-Rooney Group, which was named to the 2024 Forbes "Best-in-State Wealth Management Teams" list. Edward holds a Bachelor's Degree from Adelphi University and has earned several professional designations including Certified Plan Fiduciary Advisor (CPFA), Chartered Retirement Planning Counselor (CRPC), Personal Investment Advisor (PIA), and Retirement Accredited Financial Advisor (RAFA). Outside of his professional work, he has interests in golfing, reading, and tennis.

Wealth management General estate planning guidance Family Business Retirement income strategy Divorce financial planning
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Patrick F

Series 66

New Market, MD

Intentional

Patrick Ferguson is a financial advisor at Intentional with 17 years of industry experience. He holds a Series 66 designation and has worked at firms including Purshe Kaplan Sterling Investments, Commonwealth Financial Network, and LPL Financial. In addition to his advisory role, he is a licensed agent involved in the sales of fixed and traditional insurance products. Intentional provides discretionary portfolio management and financial planning services to individuals, high-net-worth clients, families, businesses, and institutions. The firm offers pension consulting, estate planning support, business exit planning, and due diligence on alternative investments, utilizing a combination of fundamental, technical, and economic analysis within a fiduciary framework.

Business exit / sale strategy Multi-generational wealth transfer Private / alternative investments Founder/Business Owner

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