Seasoned, charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Indiana
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.
You might be considering charitable giving if you're looking to support causes you care about while managing your tax impact effectively. Without a seasoned advisor, it's easy to overlook how timing and gift types affect your overall financial plan.
- Gift timing strategy. Ask how they plan the schedule of your donations to maximize tax benefits and align with your cash flow.
- Donation types. Confirm if they discuss various giving methods, like cash, appreciated assets, or donor-advised funds, and their different tax effects.
- Tax impact awareness. Ensure they consider Indiana's flat state income tax and cost of living when advising on charitable contributions.
- Legacy planning integration. Check if they connect your philanthropy goals with your estate and long-term financial plans.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Dean M
CFP®, Series 63, Series 66
Muncie, IN
Edward Jones
Dean Meyers brings 39 years of experience and CFP® certification to advising on charitable giving and philanthropy in Indiana, ensuring strategies consider gift timing, donation types, and tax impacts specific to the state. Operating within Edward Jones, a large firm with over $1 trillion in assets, he offers a comprehensive wealth management approach that integrates philanthropy with retirement and business ownership planning, supported by a fee structure up to 1.35% annually.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $246,728
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James J
ChFC®, Series 66
Carmel, IN
Cetera
James Julian's 28 years of experience and ChFC® designation equip him to guide charitable giving and philanthropy effectively, considering tax-loss harvesting and retirement plans for business owners. Operating within Cetera, a large firm with over 6,800 advisors, he offers flat fees for financial planning and consulting, which may appeal to clients seeking transparent costs alongside seasoned expertise in Indiana's tax environment.
Experience: 28 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Thomas L
Series 63, Series 65
Floyds Knob, IN
Silver Oak Securities, Inc.
Thomas Lockmund's 29 years of experience and focus on charitable giving and philanthropy make him well-equipped to guide Indiana clients in managing the timing and types of donations to optimize tax benefits. Operating through Silver Oak Securities, which manages over $2 billion in assets and serves diverse clients including charitable organizations, he offers flat-fee and negotiable AUM-based pricing, distinguishing him with flexible fee structures and extensive firm resources.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $278,962
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Terry W
Series 63, Series 65
Evansville, IN
Merrill
Terry Wheeler's extensive 29 years of experience and focus on charitable giving and philanthropy make him well-equipped to guide Indiana clients in managing the timing and types of donations to optimize tax benefits. Based in Evansville and affiliated with Merrill, a large firm, he offers a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million and serves mid-career professionals and HENRY clients, blending legacy planning with retirement income strategy.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Aaron P
CFP®, Series 63
Indianapolis, IN
NorthWest Financial Services Inc
Aaron Pettersen's 22 years of experience and CFP® certification equip him to guide charitable giving strategies effectively, considering Indiana's tax environment. Based in Indianapolis, he offers a 0.9% AUM fee structure and serves high-net-worth clients with a focus on liquidity preservation and long-term value investing, differentiating him through his firm's integrated tax and insurance services and his role as a firm shareholder.
Experience: 22 years
Avg account: $1,684,083
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