About
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​​The GFS Family of Companies
are built around a client-focused, fiduciary approach to financial services, led by founder Donald A. Galade. Here's a breakdown of the key elements of the company and its mission to tailor all investment plans to meet your unique financial needs. Our expert team utilizes a diverse range of investment vehicles, including stocks, bonds, mutual funds, ETFs, annuities, and metals like gold and silver. We collaborate with you to create a comprehensive wealth management strategy, manage your assets for optimal growth, and ensure that your estate planning keeps pace with your growing family and financial situation. Trust us to guide you in effectively allocating your wealth to loved ones, charities, and future generations.
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Our Mission & Values​​
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Client-Focused Approach: The firm tailors financial strategies to meet the unique goals, risk tolerance, and needs of each client.
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Comprehensive Support: It acknowledges the challenges families face (e.g., debt management and saving for retirement) and provides resources to help clients meet their financial goals.
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Innovative Solutions: The company emphasizes creative and unconventional financial approaches while prioritizing client satisfaction and ethical, professional conduct.
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High Standards: Our firm is committed to maintaining professionalism, responsiveness, and a high level of service, continually educating staff to ensure they stay on top of the latest financial strategies.
Our Services & Expertise
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Financial Services: Offering wealth management, fee-based financial planning, and faith-based financial advice through its various divisions, like GFS Financial Advisors, LLC, and Kingdom Financial Ministries.
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Client-Centered Strategy: The company uses a team approach to tailor solutions to clients' diverse financial needs, from retirement planning to investment management.
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Leadership & Philosophy​
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Don Galade: A passionate advocate for blending professional financial guidance with biblical principles, Don founded the company in 1987. He is a Certified Senior Advisor and LUTC, bringing extensive experience in wealth management and asset protection.
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Community Engagement: Don is active in his local community and faith-based initiatives, authoring books and producing Christian films, which reflect the company’s emphasis on faith-driven financial services.​
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The GFS Family of Companies focuses on helping clients make well-informed financial decisions, especially as they approach retirement, by balancing investment strategies with principal preservation. The firm prides itself on a high level of personal attention and a proactive approach to financial planning.

The Money Managers We Use
Camelot Portfolios
Inspire Investments
Schwab
Gradient Investments
