North Star Commons

Your neighborhood hub for innovation and support, we act as a launchpad for entrepreneurs, creatives, and community leaders ready to turn bold ideas into tangible results. Our space is part coworking studio, part community center, and part think tank. We provide technical assistance, workshops, seed grants, and access to a broad network of mentors and funders. But more than that, we offer encouragement, accountability, and a belief that innovation should benefit everyone — not just the well-connected. We are especially passionate about working with individuals from underrepresented backgrounds who are often overlooked by traditional startup ecosystems. By leveling the playing field and offering no-cost or low-cost resources, we ensure that great ideas don’t stay stuck in someone’s notebook due to lack of access. Whether youre a tech founder building an app for mutual aid or an artist launching a cooperative print studio, our team is here to help you strategize, connect, and grow. At our core, we believe that every neighborhood can be a hub of innovation — when given the right tools.