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 us at compass@bspc.org or leave a message at 614-429-5979.

  • Must have income
  • Must have a late notice for rent and/or utilities due to a hardship
  • Must have a documented reason for the hardship
  • Must not have received COMPASS assistance in the past 12 months

If you meet all of the above qualifications, contact COMPASS via Email: compass@bspc.org, or call (614) 429-5979 for further assistance.

**Please note! There is no guarantee that you will receive assistance, the above qualifications are the major qualifications. You must apply and turn in ALL requested documents, to have your application 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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