Independent, charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Lebanon, 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 a significant charitable gift or set up philanthropy as part of your financial plan, you need an advisor who understands how to align your giving with your overall goals. Without this focus, it's easy to overlook tax-efficient strategies that maximize the impact of your donations. Independent advisors here operate without firm constraints, which can mean more personalized attention to your charitable objectives.
- Tax-efficient giving. Ask how they help structure donations to reduce your taxable income while supporting your favorite causes.
- Gift timing strategies. Confirm whether they consider the best timing for gifts to optimize tax benefits and your cash flow.
- Philanthropic vehicle options. Explore their knowledge of trusts, donor-advised funds, and other tools to match your giving style and goals.
- Integration with overall plan. Ensure they coordinate your charitable plans with retirement income and estate considerations, especially given Pennsylvania's tax rules.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Joseph L
Series 63, Series 65
Lititz, PA
Silver Oak Securities, Inc.
Joseph Leon specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy, offering independent advice from Lititz, PA, with seven years of experience and Series 63 and 65 credentials. His firm, Silver Oak Securities, manages over $2 billion and serves diverse clients including charitable organizations, providing tailored portfolio management and flexible fee options such as flat fees and negotiable AUM charges.
Experience: 8 years
Avg account: $278,962
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Nathan M
Series 63, Series 65
Wormleysburg, PA
Cambridge Investment Research Advisors
Nathan Muchmore specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy, offering independent advice from Lititz, PA, with 10 years of experience and Series 63 and 65 licenses. His firm, Terra Wealth, provides flat-fee financial planning and manages discretionary assets with a focus on fundamental analysis, serving high-net-worth individuals and entities, which may offer more tailored strategies compared to advisors with different fee structures or client focuses.
Experience: 10 years
Avg account: $378,281
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Nikolas M
Series 63, Series 65
Lancaster, PA
Arx Private Wealth
Nikolas Madonis specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy, offering independent advice from Lancaster, PA, with a focus on high-net-worth clients. His firm, Arx Private Wealth, provides discretionary portfolio management and family office services, blending long-term asset allocation with tactical trades, and charges a fee of 1% AUM or $10,000 minimum, plus hourly rates for additional planning.
Experience: 5 years
Avg account: $4,788,002
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Wilbur S
CFP®, ChFC®, Series 63, Series 65
Mount Joy, PA
Stewardship Advisors, LLC
Wilbur Shertzer specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy with 39 years of experience, offering tax-efficient strategies and integration with overall financial plans in the Lebanon, PA area. As an independent CFP®-certified advisor at Stewardship Advisors, LLC, he provides personalized attention with a fee structure including a 1.50% AUM fee and monthly consultation fees, emphasizing ESG portfolios and strategic asset allocation.
Experience: 40 years
Avg account: $757,518
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Jaidan P
CFP®
Lancaster, PA
Faithward Advisors, LLC
Jaidan Piper specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy with a CFP® certification, offering independent advice from Lancaster, PA. His firm, Faithward Advisors, manages over $1 billion in assets and integrates charitable strategies with retirement and estate planning, using a Modern Portfolio Theory approach and Biblically Responsible Investing options, which may appeal to clients seeking faith-based and tax-efficient giving solutions.
Experience: 0 years
Avg account: $333,040
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