Welcome to Morning Star Consultive Services
We provide solutions that work,
& strategies that last
- for business & life.
A Comprehensive Approach to Organizational Strength
Morning Star provides strategic consulting and operational advisory support for not-for-profits, charities, foundations, professional associations, and regulatory bodies navigating complexity, growth, risk, or transition.
We work at the intersection of governance, operations, compliance, and strategy — helping organizations understand what is really happening inside their systems, and then designing the structures, policies, and practices needed to move forward with confidence.
Our work commonly includes:
• Governance and board effectiveness
• Strategic and operational planning
• Organizational reviews and restructuring
• Policy and procedure development
• Regulatory readiness, compliance, and risk management
• Arms-length complaint handling and investigations
• Executive and leadership advisory support
• Financial, administrative, and operational systems design
Whether advising from the outside or temporarily embedded during a critical moment, our focus is always on clarity, accountability, and long-term sustainability.
We don’t just fill gaps — we help organizations build the capacity to lead well after we step back.
We step in so you can move forward...
At Morning Star, we offer fractional CEO and organizational services designed specifically for not-for-profits and charities. We step into your organization—at any level, in any role and for any duration—to fill leadership and operational gaps with experienced professionals who understand the unique challenges of mission-driven work.
Whether you need short-term executive support, administrative or finance coverage, or long-term strategic management, we provide seamless integration into your team, ensuring continuity, stability, and progress toward your goals.
Our cost-recovery model makes high-caliber expertise accessible to organizations of all sizes, empowering you to focus on impact while we handle the rest.
What We Believe
MISSION
To build the capacity and resilience of organizations and communities by working alongside them—whether they are emerging, growing, transforming, or facing challenges—to restore balance and lay strong foundations for lasting success. We also foster a safe and supportive environment for our own team of experts to do their best work, creating the trusted solution charities, non-profits, and small businesses turn to when they need it most.
VISION
We strive to be:
- The first people you think of when you need help.
- Original enough to change the world!
VALUES
We value:
- Making distinctive, lasting, and substantial improvements for our clients.
- Attention to detail and diligence.
- Social responsibility - accessibility, justice, equity, diversity & inclusion.
- Treating each client as an individual.
- Economizing.
Celebrating Diversity and Inclusion at Morning Star
Morning Star Consulting is not a designated Indigenous organization; however, we are proud to be a diverse team.
Our team members represent a broad spectrum of backgrounds, including individuals who are newcomers, members of the 2SLGBTQPIA+ community, and those who are neurodiverse or living with various abilities. Several of our team members are from Indigenous communities or have deep connections to Indigenous families and leadership.
We acknowledge that we do not know it all and actively seek guidance from those with deep knowledge and experience. We are grateful for the wisdom of Elders and Knowledge Keepers, whose consult we seek when needed.
While we are not experts on any individual’s unique experiences or journeys, we approach our work with a commitment to listening, learning, and engaging with humility and respect. Where culturally specific expertise is required, we collaborate to ensure authenticity and cultural alignment.
Morning Star is rooted in the values of Accessibility, Justice, Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion (A-JEDI). We work with a spirit of kindness and interconnectedness, honoring the earth, water, sky, all our relations, and the diverse communities we serve.
Our mission is to create inclusive spaces where every voice matters, and we are here to walk alongside you on your journey.
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