Compass at Broad Street

March is Women’s History Month, and March 8th was International Women’s Day. It is a time to recognize the strength, resilience, and contributions of women in our communities.

At COMPASS, we see that strength every day. In our most recent survey, 83% of the people who used our rental assistance services and responded were women. Many of them are the heads of their households, working hard to keep a roof over their families’ heads and create stability during difficult moments.

Seeking support is not a failure. It is a step toward stability. Every family deserves safe housing, and sometimes a little help can make all the difference.

This Women’s History Month, we celebrate the women doing everything they can to care for their households and build a stronger future for themselves and their families. We are proud to stand alongside them.

Our office will be closed on Monday, March 2, 2026, as our team participates in an all staff training. This time allows us to connect, reflect, and strengthen the way we serve our community.

We will reopen Tuesday, March 3, 2026 and look forward to assisting you then. If you are in need of rental or utility assistance, please feel free to submit your request once we reopen.

If you are homeless and in need of shelter, please contact the Homeless Hotline at 614-274-7000.

Thank you for your understanding and for allowing us the time to continue improving the support we provide.

COMPASS is welcoming Nicollette Joseph as our new Community Health Worker!! 🎉

This role centers on trust, presence, and support. Walking with neighbors as they navigate health challenges, connect to resources, and build stability.

Nicollette’s work is one more way we’re showing up as a community that listens, responds, and cares deeply.💙

Please see below for our holiday hours through the end of the year.
We wish you a blessed and joyous holiday season! 🎄✨

COMPASS was thrilled to partner once again with Covenant Presbyterian Church for our annual Christmas gift drive! Through the generosity of Covenant and their wonderful congregation, we were able to bless several families who received COMPASS assistance this year with presents and gift cards.

Families enjoyed cookies, cocoa, and plenty of holiday cheer at pickup, a joyful time for all! ❤️

Working together for our community creates more opportunities to share kindness, and we are SO grateful to Covenant Presbyterian Church for continuing this meaningful tradition with us.

The Broad Street Food Pantry is OPEN today from 8:30a-10:30a. They are doing in person shopping, so please park your cars (if driving) and head inside.

It's bitter cold again even tho' it is only December. The Pantry will be open 8:30 am-10:30 am as usual tomorrow but we ask shoppers to park their vehicles and come in to shop.

During these bitterly cold temperatures, we want to give a gentle reminder that COMPASS does not accept walk-in appointments.

If you are in need of rental or utility assistance, please leave us a message at 614-429-5979 or email [email protected]. A team member will respond as soon as possible.

Please stay warm and safe, Columbus!

Please note: Submitting an inquiry or application does not guarantee approval or funding.

The weather outside is truly frightful! 🥶

If you are in need of a warming station during the day or overnight, please check out the latest warming center information from Community Shelter Board.

COMPASS is committed to helping you stay warm this season and all year through our rental and utility assistance program. To see if you may be eligible for assistance, call 614-429-5979 or email [email protected]

Please note: An inquiry or application does not guarantee funding or approval.

Happening TODAY!! 🍎🥫

The City of Columbus is hosting a food drive at Fort Hayes from 3–5 PM for Franklin County residents. Come through or share to support your community!

Need support? Join us for a free food drive-thru at Fort Hayes Metropolitan Education Center this Monday. We’ll have fresh produce, frozen meals, pantry items, diapers, and more. No registration is required. Simply drive in or walk up. Supplies are limited.