True North Trust Launches Preneed Planning Sales Partner Program for Maine Funeral Homes

True North Trust Company recently announced the launch of its preneed funeral planning sales partner program for funeral homes across all 16 counties in Maine. The expansion positions True North as the premier turnkey preneed partner for independent and family-owned funeral homes preparing for the state’s anticipated adoption of pre-need funeral insurance legislation.

Led by Leo R. Dubé Jr. (pictured at top), a licensed funeral director for 40 years in Massachusetts and Rhode Island with over 25 years of preneed marketing experience, guiding independent funeral homes, True North Trust offers services that eliminate the barriers preventing many funeral homes from entering the pre-need market. The company’s white-label affiliate model allows funeral homes to offer pre-need services under their own brand—with zero insurance licensing, guidance, zero staff training, and zero upfront cost. True North manages the full sales cycle, marketing, insurance coordination, and compliance on behalf of its partner firms.

While many pre-need providers focus on insurance sales and counselor training, True North differentiates itself by combining prearranged funeral planning with Medicaid planning, irrevocable funeral trust administration, and coordinated life insurance solutions. This bundled model addresses the full spectrum of end-of-life financial concerns families face—particularly those navigating Medicaid eligibility—within a single partnership. True North also maintains a referral network of elder law attorneys, giving partner firms an additional resource for their communities.

“As a funeral director myself, I understand the pressures independent funeral homes face,” said Dubé. “When pre-need insurance legislation passes in Maine, funeral homes will be contacted by vendors from across the country. Our model is different. We act in the funeral home’s best interest, negotiate with carriers on their behalf, and handle every aspect of the program so owners can focus on serving families.”

True North encourages Maine funeral homes to move quickly as the legislative window opens, noting that early adopters will capture first-mover advantage in their local markets. The company offers no-risk pilot programs, allowing firms to evaluate the partnership before full commitment.

Statewide service area coverage is already fully in place, spanning every community from Kittery to Fort Kent. Funeral homes interested in learning more can contact True North Trust directly.