North Star Fund supports Black-led organizations building collective power through grassroots organizing in New York City and the Hudson Valley. It aims to transform lives and undo systemic racism by addressing specific laws and institutional policies that create inequities. The fund was created to respond to a lack of investment in Black communities and seeks to mobilize resources for sustainable support.
North Star Fund's grant program focuses on grassroots organizing with a particular interest in supporting both new and established organizations dedicated to fostering community resilience and advocating for substantive changes at various governmental levels. The program highlights a commitment to the Hudson Valley and New York City areas, acknowledging the unique challenges and opportunities present in both rural and urban settings. Specific causes include support for communities of color, response to the urgent needs brought about by the COVID-19 pandemic through direct assistance and mutual aid, and the broader goal of nurturing nimble, creative leadership capable of driving significant societal transformations. Grants are provided in the form of general operating support, with amounts up to $20,000, reflecting a flexible approach to funding that values the ability of organizations to adapt and thrive in changing circumstances.