COMPASS (Congregational Outreach Ministries Program of Assistance & Social Service), founded in 1982, is an outreach ministry of Broad Street Presbyterian Church in partnership with other Faith-Based Organizations, collaborating to prevent homelessness and promote self-sufficiency.

Please note: Due to funding restrictions, we are only able to serve residents of Franklin County/Columbus, OH. We appreciate your understanding.

For 40 over years, COMPASS has assisted individuals and families in the Central Ohio, with one-time emergency financial assistance for rent and utilities. COMPASS helps prevent homelessness and promote self-sufficiency by providing direct short term financial assistance and offering targeted need referrals to community partners.

We are not accepting walk-ins at this time. To request assistance, email compass@bspc.org or leave a message at 614-429-5979.

To be eligible for assistance, you must:

  • Have a source of income.
  • Have a late rent or utility notice due to a financial hardship.
  • Be able to provide documentation of the hardship.
  • Not have previously received COMPASS assistance. Assistance is available only once.

If you meet these eligibility requirements, please contact COMPASS by email or phone to begin the application process.

**Please note: Eligibility does not guarantee assistance. A completed application and all requested documentation are required before your application can be be reviewed.

Volunteers are critical to our success. If you would like to volunteer at COMPASS or are a high school student looking to earn service hours for graduation, please contact the COMPASS Office.

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We always need support. If you wish to donate and support please click the following link.

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