Seasoned, charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Lancaster, PA
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 or set up philanthropy efforts, you need an advisor who understands how to align your giving with your overall financial goals. A common mistake is treating charitable giving as a one-time event rather than an ongoing strategy that can evolve with your circumstances. Seasoned advisors bring years of experience to help you navigate complex tax implications and maximize the impact of your generosity.
- Tax-efficient giving. Ask how they structure donations to reduce your taxable income while supporting your causes.
- Legacy planning integration. Confirm how they incorporate philanthropy into your estate plans to benefit future generations.
- Gift vehicle options. Explore whether they recommend trusts, donor-advised funds, or direct gifts based on your goals.
- Impact measurement. Inquire how they help track and evaluate the effectiveness of your charitable contributions over time.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Mark V
Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Cetera
Mark Vergenes brings 29 years of experience in charitable giving and philanthropy, supported by his Series 63 and 65 licenses and a flat-fee structure for financial planning. Based in Lancaster, PA, he works within Cetera, a large firm offering diverse portfolio management and fiduciary services, and serves clients including high earners and those approaching retirement, distinguishing him with broad expertise and community involvement.
Experience: 30 years
Avg account: $306,089
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Peter X
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Exodus Wealth, LLC
Peter Xenias brings 43 years of experience in charitable giving and philanthropy, supported by CFP® and ChFC® credentials, making him well-equipped to handle complex tax and legacy planning in Lancaster, PA. His firm manages $442 million with a multi-method investment approach, serving high-net-worth clients and trusts, and offers flat-fee financial planning up to $10,000, distinguishing him from advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 43 years
Avg account: $213,802
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Dana H
Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Merrill
Dana Herr offers seasoned expertise in charitable giving and philanthropy, backed by 31 years at Merrill Lynch Wealth Management in Lancaster, PA. She specializes in multi-generational wealth transfer and income planning, serving affluent families and women professionals, with a disciplined investing approach and a 1.10% AUM fee for managed strategies under $2 million.
Experience: 31 years
Avg account: $860,085
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Ryan M
Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Silver Oak Securities, Inc.
Ryan Middleton's 26 years of experience and focus on charitable giving and philanthropy in Lancaster, PA, equip him to help clients integrate philanthropy with their financial goals effectively. As an independent advisor at Silver Oak Securities, he offers flat-fee financial planning and serves high earners and business owners, differentiating him with personalized portfolio management and a broad client base including corporations and charitable organizations.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $278,962
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Scott M
Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Faithward Advisors, LLC
Scott Monger offers seasoned expertise in charitable giving and philanthropy, supported by 38 years of experience and a focus on Christian faith-based clients in Lancaster, PA. His firm, Faithward Advisors, employs Modern Portfolio Theory and offers Biblically Responsible Investing overlays, distinguishing his approach with a flat-fee option and a multi-team platform managing over $1 billion in assets.
Experience: 38 years
Avg account: $333,040
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