Independent, charitable giving & philanthropy financial advisors in Silverdale, WA
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. Without this expertise, you might miss opportunities to maximize tax benefits or create lasting impact.
- Tax-aware giving strategies. Look for advisors who consider both federal and Washington's capital gains taxes when planning your donations.
- Gift timing and impact. Ask how they help schedule gifts to balance your cash flow and charitable goals effectively.
- Charitable vehicle options. Confirm they can explain different giving methods, like donor-advised funds or trusts, and which fits your situation best.
- Independent advice. These advisors operate without firm constraints, which can mean more personalized attention to your philanthropy plans.
Here are top matches to get you started. Review each profile to compare experience, credentials, and approach.
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Cherish S
CFP®, CFA®, Series 63, Series 66
Seattle, WA
Blue Water Wealth
Cherish Sutull's expertise in charitable giving and philanthropy, combined with 16 years of experience and CFP® and CFA® credentials, equips her to guide significant charitable donations effectively. Operating independently at Blue Water Wealth, a mid-sized firm emphasizing sustainable and impact investing, she serves high-net-worth clients with a 1.50% AUM fee, offering comprehensive planning and discretionary portfolio management.
Experience: 17 years
Avg account: $1,171,033
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Bruce H
Series 63
Seattle, WA
Newground Social Investment
Bruce Herbert specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy with 25 years of experience, offering independent advice from Seattle through Newground Social Investment. His firm focuses on ESG and sustainable investing for high-net-worth clients with portfolios of $1.5 million or more, providing flat-fee structures and customized, values-aligned portfolio management that integrates environmental and social governance factors.
Experience: 26 years
Avg account: $1,278,764
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Derrick C
Series 66
Seattle, WA
Cornerstone Wealth Management, LLC
Derrick Casey specializes in charitable giving and philanthropy, bringing 19 years of experience and a Series 66 designation to clients in the Seattle area. His firm offers flat-fee financial planning and pension consulting, with a focus on tailored investment advice through a mix of fundamental, quantitative, and qualitative analysis, distinguishing him from others by combining independent advice with comprehensive asset management services.
Experience: 20 years
Avg account: $386,247
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Susan R
Series 63, Series 65
Port Orchard, WA
Sound Financial Advisors, Inc.
Susan Risner offers expertise in charitable giving and philanthropy with 39 years of experience, operating independently from Port Orchard, WA. She provides hourly financial planning at a maximum of $125 per hour and supports clients with investment advisory services through AssetMark, focusing on trusts, estates, and charitable organizations, which may offer a more tailored approach compared to other advisors in the area.
Experience: 39 years
Avg account: $518,780
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Stephen C
Series 63, Series 65
Silverdale, WA
Clear Creek Financial Management, LLC
Stephen Coupe offers expertise in charitable giving and philanthropy with 34 years of experience, operating independently in Silverdale, WA. His firm, Clear Creek Financial Management, provides flat-fee financial planning and consulting, combining fundamental, technical, and cyclical analysis, which may appeal to clients seeking a data-driven approach alongside personalized philanthropy strategies.
Experience: 34 years
Avg account: $455,356
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