Steady, Strategic Grant Partnership for Mission-Driven Organizations
Our Services
North Star Grant & Development partners with organizations to provide thoughtful grant strategy, strong proposal development, and steady guidance—without promises that can’t be made.
We partner with organizations that value clarity, integrity, and long-term impact.
Whether you are building your grant program, strengthening your pipeline, or navigating a key funding opportunity, we meet you where you are and help you move forward with purpose.
Grant Strategy & Planning
Grant readiness assessment, pipeline development, research for funder alignment, and short- or long-term grant planning.
Grant Writing & Submissions
Grant proposal writing, editing, application coordination, and submission support aligned to funder requirements.
Ongoing Grant Partnership
Monthly retainer support providing consistent grant strategy, pipeline management, and advisory guidance.
Project-Based Support
Discrete grant projects, special initiatives, capital campaign support, or grant readiness engagements.
Grant Outcomes
Grant funding is competitive and influenced by many factors beyond any organization’s control. Funding decisions are made solely by funders. While we bring experience, strategy, and strong writing, no specific funding outcome can be guaranteed.
How We Define Success
Success may include a clear and realistic grant pipeline, stronger alignment between programs and funders, improved proposal quality, and greater confidence around fundraising strategy. Grant awards matter—but so does sustainability.
About our company
North Star Grant & Development is led by a nonprofit professional with more than 25 years of experience in grant writing, proposal management, and pre-and post-award administration.
North Star Grant & Development provides grant strategy and training services that help organizations pursue funding with intention—not urgency. Our work is grounded in -what we internally call The AJ Standard. This Standard emphasizing clarity, integrity, service, and steady leadership across every phase of the grant lifecycle.
The AJ Standard
AJ represented steady leadership, compassion, and quiet integrity. He believed in doing the right thing even when it was not the easiest path, in treating people with respect, and in showing up consistently for others.
These values inform how we partner with nonprofit organizations today. The AJ Standard reminds us to lead with empathy, communicate honestly, and approach grant work with care and responsibility. It is not about guarantees or shortcuts. It is about trust, stewardship, and long-term impact. Our approach to grant strategy and grant writing is guided by the belief that clarity, integrity, service, and steady direction matter.
The AJ Standard reflects not only what we deliver, but how we do the work—thoughtfully, ethically, and with care for the people and missions behind every proposal.
How the AJ Standard Shows Up In Our Work
• We prioritize alignment over volume
• We are transparent about grant readiness and timelines
• We do not promise funding outcomes
• We respect the responsibility that comes with representing your organization
• We focus on sustainable strategy, not quick wins
Contact Us
If you’re looking for a grant partner who values collaboration, transparency, and thoughtful strategy, we’d welcome the opportunity to connect. We can’t wait to hear from you!