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Donald R Goldsmith

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Donald R Goldsmith
Wealth Advisor
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ChFC®, FIC, RICP®, CKA®
Part of the East Metro Team practice
About Donald Goldsmith
I'm proud to be a Thrivent financial professional. I provide personalized financial guidance to people at all stages of life. At Thrivent, we view money not as a goal, but as a tool — one that can afford you a life rich in meaning and gratitude. We believe humanity thrives when individuals make the most of all they've been given. I'm here to help you do just that.
My qualifications
  • Chartered Financial Consultant®
  • Fraternal Insurance Counselor
  • Retirement Income Certified Professional®
  • Certified Kingdom Advisor®
  • Series 7 - General Securities Representative
My state licenses
  • Alabama
  • Connecticut
  • Florida
  • Georgia
  • Kentucky
  • Louisiana
  • Maryland
  • Michigan
  • Mississippi
  • North Carolina
  • Pennsylvania
  • South Carolina
  • Tennessee
  • Texas
  • Washington DC

Insights

Donor-advised funds: Helping you help others
Donor-advised funds: Helping you help othersBeing able to support the causes you care about can be one of the most meaningful parts of your financial journey. A donor-advised fund (DAF) may help you extend that impact even further. A DAF enables you to make charitable contributions now and qualify for a tax deduction, while recommending grants to your favorite charities on your own timeline. Over time, your fund may grow, creating even more dollars to give. Explore whether a DAF is right for you. ⬇️
Donating life insurance to charity: What you need to know
Donating life insurance to charity: What you need to knowYou can keep giving long after you’re gone. Learn more about how you can leave a legacy by gifting life insurance. ⬇️
Charitable bunching: A smart way to maximize your giving & tax deductions
Charitable bunching: A smart way to maximize your giving & tax deductionsCharitable giving is one of the most powerful ways to live your values, support your community and create a lasting legacy. To make the most of your generosity, consider a strategy called charitable bunching. By grouping multiple years of donations into a single tax year, you may be able to increase your deductions—while still supporting the causes you love every year. Explore whether charitable bunching is right for you. ⬇️ Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting, or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Join us at an upcoming event

We’d love to have the opportunity to meet you. We host financial workshops, volunteer opportunities and Thrivent market updates.
Thrivent Night at Fairchild Botanical Garden | Coral Gables, FL image

Thrivent Night at Fairchild Botanical Garden | Coral Gables, FL

Nov 12, 2026, 11:30 PM UTC - Nov 13, 2026, 2:00 AM UTC
Fairchild Botanical Gardens, 401 Campana Ave, Coral Gables, FL 33156
Celebrate the holiday season with Thrivent during a magical evening at the Night Garden at Fairchild Tropical Botanic Garden! Bring your family and friends and experience one of South Florida's most beloved holiday traditions. Wander through illuminated pathways, discover enchanting displays, and experience the garden transformed into a dazzling holiday wonderland filled with lights, color, and imagination. Throughout the evening, you'll have the opportunity to explore at your own pace before gathering with fellow Thrivent members and guests for dinner from one of the many food trucks. Click "Learn More" for event details and to register beginning Monday, October 26 at 8:00 AM.No products will be sold. For additional disclosures see thrivent.com/social.
Thrivent Presents "Playing for Something Bigger: An Exclusive Interview with Jesse & Emily Cole" | Savannah, GA image

Thrivent Presents "Playing for Something Bigger: An Exclusive Interview with Jesse & Emily Cole" | Savannah, GA

Nov 19, 2026, 11:00 PM UTC
The Gingerbread House, 1921 Bull St, Savannah, GA 31401
What does it mean to “play for something bigger”? We recently explored that question with Jesse and Emily Cole of the Savannah Bananas. Their story is well known for redefining baseball—but what stood out most in this conversation was their growing commitment to generosity through Bananas Foster, their nonprofit supporting foster care awareness. It’s a powerful example of what happens when leadership, culture, and purpose come together. Click "Learn More" for event details and to register beginning Monday, October 5 at 8:00 AM.No products will be sold. For additional disclosures see thrivent.com/social.
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Office location
Lawrenceville Location
292 S. Culver St
Lawrenceville, GA 30046
Phone770-982-0420Fax770-982-0422Hours
M – F: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Licensing is available through your State Insurance Department’s website, which can be located through the National Association of Insurance Commissioners website.

Thrivent and its financial advisors and professionals do not provide legal, accounting or tax advice. Consult your attorney or tax professional.

Thrivent financial advisors and professionals have general knowledge of the Social Security tenets. For complete details on your situation, contact the Social Security Administration.

Thrivent provides advice and guidance through its Financial Planning Framework that generally includes a review and analysis of a client’s financial situation. A client may choose to further their planning engagement with Thrivent through its Dedicated Planning Services (an investment advisory service) that results in written recommendations for a fee.

Designations
For additional information on professional designations and the requirements to earn them, visit https://www.thrivent.com/designations