Our Mission

Friends of North Star is committed to empowering every North Star Academy student to excel by raising essential funds that support learning and innovation. We invest in equipment and programming that cannot be covered by the school’s current budget.

When you donate, you’re investing in:

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    Life-Changing Experiences
    Funding extracurriculars, internships, and field trips that inspire curiosity and expand horizons.

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    Community Support
    Helping us partner with families and educators to create a strong, supportive learning environment.

Make an impact today

Support our mission by contributing a donation.

Your gift helps open doors.

At Friends of North Star, we believe every student deserves the opportunity to dream big, work hard, and reach their full potential—regardless of their zip code or family income. But we can’t do it alone.

Every dollar you give is a step toward a brighter future for our students.
Together, we can make sure that every North Star scholar has the tools, opportunities, and encouragement they need to rise.

Donate today—because when our students rise, our whole community shines.

 FAQs

  • Friends of North Star is a nonprofit organization dedicated to supporting the students, teachers, and families of the North Star community. We provide resources, enrichment opportunities, and programs that help every student succeed—inside and outside the classroom.

  • Your donation directly funds academic support, extracurricular activities, college and career readiness programs, and other initiatives that give students the tools they need to thrive.

  • Yes! Friends of North Star is a registered 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization, so your donation is tax-deductible to the fullest extent allowed by law. You will receive a receipt for your records.

  • Absolutely. Monthly giving is one of the most impactful ways to help, as it allows us to plan and sustain long-term programs for our students.

mailing address

PO Box 35 Short Hills, NJ 07078

Board Members

DEBBIE RIEDER

President

Amy talbert

Secretary

annelise eschmann

Treasurer