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We believe every family carries its own constellation of values, shining brightest when brought into alignment.

Guiding Purposeful Giving for Families and Organizations

Your family’s giving reflects more than generosity. It reflects who you are.

We illuminate what matters most to your family to help chart a clear, confident course for giving. True North Philanthropy Advisors partners with families who seek clarity amid complexity and a clear sense of purpose in their decisions. Led by Steve Jakab, a senior philanthropy executive with decades of experience guiding significant, multigenerational giving, True North helps families discover and align values, navigate differences and move forward with confidence.

From intention to legacy

Effective philanthropy doesn’t start with answers. It starts with the right conversations. 

Using a proven, values-based approach grounded in the nationally recognized 21/64 framework, we help families create structure for meaningful dialogue, listen across generations and make consequential decisions together. Our methodology blends clarity with empathy, guiding families from intention to action with purpose, turning deeply held values into meaningful, lasting impact.

Our Services

This is thoughtful philanthropy for a complex world. Grounded in experience, guided by shared values and designed to endure across generations.

Each engagement is tailored and always grounded in the same commitment to clarity, shared understanding and decisions that endure.

Values Discovery and Alignment

Philanthropic Visioning and Strategy Development

Next-Generation Engagement and Education

Governance Structures and Decision-Making Models

Grantmaking Guidance and Portfolio Design

Purposeful Nonprofit Collaboration