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This is placeholder text. To change this content, double-click on the element and click Change Content. VOLUNTEER As a Group I WANT TO VOLUNTEER How can my group sign up to volunteer at Compass? Sign up to volunteer by filling out our Group Volunteering Form, linked above. Our staff will follow up with you and help you plan a successful volunteering event! What tasks are there groups? Compass Family Services has volunteer projects throughout the year. Your group can have a rewarding experience and see the direct impact. Here’s a list of on-going group volunteer needs: Stock our food pantry and assemble grocery bags Build hygiene kits Sort donations of clothes, toys, books, and household items Replenish the donation racks and bookshelves for families to take what they need Clean and sanitize toys and furniture at our childcare sites Compass Family Services also has opportunities for event or seasonally focussed volunteering, from Mother’s Day to our Holiday Adopt-a-Family program. Reach out for information on upcoming opportunities. What days of the week are best for group volunteering? Most of our volunteer opportunities are Monday through Friday during regular business hours. We do have some weekend group volunteer opportunities throughout the year. If you have other ideas about how to get involved, or just want to help wherever we have the greatest need, contact Stacy Webb at at swebb@compass-sf.org . How Do I Become a Supporter? Be a changemaker by investing in your community! Learn more about how your company can engage with Compass Family Services and support San Francisco’s homeless and at-risk families by becoming a Compass Family Services Supporter. Supporters receive priority for volunteering events and more! Become a Supporter GET IN TOUCH If you have other ideas about how to get involved or just want to help wherever we have the greatest need, get in touch with us at volunteer@compass-sf.org

Compass Family Services | Last year, we helped over 9,500 parents and children find their way home. 1/6 Last year, we helped over 9,500 parents and children find their way home. GET HELP Asset 41homepage 1/7 1/5 OUR MISSION We help homeless families and those at imminent risk to achieve housing stability, economic self-sufficiency, and well-being. How We Work A BIG EMBRACE We wrap our arms around families, offering housing and a full range of other resources needed to build long-term stability. UNDIVIDED ATTENTION Our team works with families one-on-one, providing unique and individualized support for parents and children. ALWAYS LEARNING Compass is committed to creating a tangible impact. Like the families we serve, we set goals and make measurable change. 9,628 parents and children received services last year 90% of families achieve housing stability after completing our programs 49% are children under 18 years old IMPACT GET INVOLVED Compass helps thousands of families facing homelessness each year. But we can’t do it without you. DONATE What's Happening at Compass READ MORE → Advocate for Homeless Families in the 2025 City Budget with Compass It's city budget season, and Compass needs the community's help to advocate for families and ensure they're not left behind as the city... Claudia Taylor Apr 23 1 min read ANNOUNCEMENT: Changes to Drop-in Services at Compass Family Resource Center NEW DISTRIBUTION LOCATION Please be aware that starting the week of Monday, February 17th, distribution of food, diapers, wipes, hygiene... Claudia Taylor Jan 30 2 min read Celebrating Fatherhood and Community – Reflections on the Black Fatherhood Series When we launched the Black Fatherhood Series at Compass Family Services, we aimed to create a space where Black fathers could gather,... Rhett Burden Nov 26, 2024 4 min read Compass San Francisco Ballot Endorsements: November 2024 Compass supports local ballot measures that align with our values and directly affect the children and families we serve. Check out our... Claudia Taylor Oct 15, 2024 1 min read 1 2 3 4 5

Shop our Wishlist | Don’t have items to donate, or not sure what to give? You can give back to Compass by purchasing directly from pre-made Amazon wishlists full of items that families need the most. When you purchase from these lists, items will be sent directly to Compass. Or, if you don’t want to purchase from Amazon, use the wishlists as a guide to the kind of needs our families would be grateful to receive and shop wherever works best for you! GIVE Shop our Wishlist FULFILL A WISH Like all families with growing kids, Compass families need household items, clothing and footwear, books and toys, and many other things. Use the wishlists below to purchase items directly or to guide you as you shop at your location of choice. Note that when you purchase from these lists, items will automatically be sent directly to Compass. BASIC NEEDS WISHLIST BASIC APARTMENT NECESSITIES | MOVE-IN KITS COMPASS FOOD PANTRY

Donate a Car | Donate your used car to support homeless and at-risk families. DONATE A CAR Donate your used car to support homeless and at-risk families. GET STARTED FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Why donate my car to Compass Family Services? If you have a car you no longer want or need, you can turn it into cash to support Compass’ work supporting homeless and at-risk families in San Francisco through our car donation program. We work with a vendor who manages the donation and then sells your vehicle at auction to make this process as easy as possible and… Show more... 1/3

Give Items | Your new or gently used clothes, shoes, bags, sporting goods, and household items can make a huge difference for Compass families. GIVE ITEMS Your new or gently used clothes, shoes, bags, sporting goods, and household items can make a huge difference for Compass families. ITEM DONATION FORM HOW TO GIVE ITEMS Fill out our items donation form linked above, and our staff will follow up with you to facilitate your donation. Please note that Compass does not have the capacity to pick up donations, so all contributions need to be delivered to a Compass facility at a scheduled delivery time to ensure that staff are available to receive the contribution. Thank you for your support of Compass families! Show more... 1/1

GET HELP Need Help? Is your family experiencing a crisis or facing the risk of homelessness? We are here for you. Choose from the following options: DROP-IN SERVICES HOURS FAQ I am experiencing homelessness button I need help with something else button I need childcare button I am at risk of homelessness or need back rent assistance. button DROP-IN SERVICES 1 Families can visit 37 Grove Street Family Services Hub during open hours for drop-in services. We offer the following: Mail pick-up for families using Compass as a mailing address Referrals to programs and services inside and outside Compass Assessment for shelter and housing Other basic needs items are provided as available 2 For basic needs like those listed below, families enrolled in Compass services can visit drop-in services at 1240 Market Street , near our 37 Grove Street location, during open hours on Wednesdays and Thursdays. *Groceries *Diapers, wipes, and formula *Toiletries and other hygiene supplies HOURS Monday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm Tuesday: 9am - 12pm, 3pm - 5pm (closed every fourth Tuesday of the month) Wednesday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm Thursday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm Friday: 9am - 12pm, 1pm - 5pm Saturday: CLOSED Sunday: CLOSED *Basic needs items will only be accessible during these hours. Wednesday: 9:30am - 11:30am, 1pm - 4pm Thursday: 9:30am - 11:30a m, 1pm - 4 pm ASSITANCE AFTER-HOURS If you need assistance after hours, please dial: 311 to reach the City and County of San Francisco for general questions 1-800-273-6222 for the Bay Area help hotline 1-877-384-3578 if you are a woman experiencing domestic violence OVERDOSE PREVENTION RESOURCES San Francisco continues to respond to a deadly overdose epidemic disproportionately impacting communities of color and the Tenderloin and SoMa neighborhoods we call home. Compass strongly supports overdose prevention programs grounded in harm reduction, and we remain committed to the principles of Housing First. We encourage our families and the people they care about to access life-saving supplies, mental and behavioral health support, and treatment services. Please visit SF.gov for more information about overdose prevention resources in our community. FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Can Compass Family Services help me if I do not live in San Francisco? Compass serves families experiencing homelessness or at risk of homelessness in San Francisco. If you’re not in San Francisco, please dial 211 to find services in your area or contact your local chapter of the United Way. Who do I call if my family is living on the street, in a car, or with friends, or if we do not have a place to sleep tonight? Please come in person to the Central City Access Point located at 37 Grove Street during open hours. A counselor will help you access the best resources to help your family find stability. You can also call (415) 644-0504 and follow the instructions to leave a message or email us at info@compass-sf.org. If it’s outside of business hours, or you are waiting for support from the Access Point, you may be able to get immediate assistance with a hotel stay through Compass Urgent Accommodation Vouchers by calling (415) 340-0572. If you need assistance after hours, please dial 311 or 1-800-273-6222 for general questions or 1-877-384-3578 if you are a woman experiencing domestic violence. Who do I call if my family might get evicted because I am behind on my rent or because of a past-due utility bill? Please contact C-Rent through one of two ways: Call us at 415-644-0504, leave a message with your name and contact information, and a counselor will contact you to determine if you are eligible for rental assistance. Click here to apply for rental assistance and choose Compass as your preferred provider. Please note that you must be a San Francisco resident and have custody of a minor child in order to qualify for assistance. If you are an existing Compass client currently living outside San Francisco, contact your case manager or primary support person at Compass to secure a referral to C-Rent. How can I get my family into your shelter? Please come in person to the Central City Access Point located at 37 Grove Street during open hours. This site is a connecting point for the SF Department of Homelessness and Supportive Housing’s Coordinated Entry Program and Homelessness Response System. Families who qualify are placed into Compass Family Shelter through the Coordinated Entry Program when space is available. Who do I call if I want to take a parenting class or need support with the everyday stress of raising a family? Compass Family Resource Center offers CPS-certified parenting classes, support groups, family activities, basic needs support, and a full range of additional resources through a referral network. To participate or for a full calendar of our groups and classes, visit our drop-in center located at 37 Grove Street.

Adopt a Family | Adopt-a-Family is our annual holiday program which pairs individuals, families, groups and office teams with Compass families who are homeless or at imminent risk and lack the resources to buy holiday gifts. For many families, these gifts will be the only gifts they will receive during the holidays.  GIVE Adopt-a-Family Adopt-a-Family is our annual holiday program which pairs individuals, families, groups and office teams with Compass families who are homeless or at imminent risk and lack the resources to buy holiday gifts. For many families, these gifts will be the only gifts they will receive during the holidays. ADOPT A FAMILY Registration for Adopt-a-Family is CLOSED Thank you to everyone who adopted a family this year! Didn't get a chance to participate? Check out our holiday wishlist, or sign up to volunteer during the holidays. HOLIDAY WISHLIST VOLUNTEER "My kids are all super grateful for all our gifts! I hope God continues to bless you in abundance so that you can continue to help many more families. After over a year, me and my kids now have a home in San Francisco. I am excited to see what else my family will be able to accomplish. Thank you so much for all of your help!" - Compass Family Services Client Thank you! All Adopt-a-Family gifts and donations are tax-deductible. Our tax ID is 94-1156622. Please keep your receipts so you can attach those to the letter for tax purposes. You will receive a thank you card in January describing your participation in the program. Our team at Compass is here to help! If you have any questions, please contact: aaf@compass-sf.org

PRIVACY POLICY We respect your privacy and are committed to protecting your personal information. Privacy Policy for Compass Family Services Effective Date: January 2024 Thank you for visiting Compass Family Services. This Privacy Policy outlines how we collect, use, disclose, and safeguard your information when you visit our website or make a donation to support our mission. INFORMATION WE COLLECT Personal Information: When you make a donation or interact with our website, we may request personal information such as your name, address, email address, phone number, and payment details. You may or may not provide this information. Non-Personal Information: We may also collect non-personal information such as browser type, referring website, and the date and time of each visitor request. HOW WE USE YOUR INFORMATION Donor Information: We use your personal information to process donations, send donation receipts, and communicate with you about our programs and events. Website Usage: Non-personal information helps us analyze trends, administer the site, track users' movements around the site, and gather demographic information for aggregate use. SHARING YOUR INFORMATION Third-Party Service Providers: We may share your personal information with third-party service providers who assist us in operating our website, conducting our business, or servicing you, so long as those parties agree to keep this information confidential. Under no circumstances do we sell information to third parties. Legal Compliance: We may disclose your information when required by law or to protect our rights and safety. We will not share your opt-in to an SMS campaign with any third party for purposes unrelated to providing you with the services of that campaign. We may share your Personal Data, including your SMS opt-in or consent status, with third parties that help us provide our messaging services, including but not limited to platform providers, phone companies, and any other vendors who assist us in the delivery of text messages. DATA SECURITY We implement a variety of security measures to maintain the safety of your personal information when you make a donation or enter, submit, or access your personal information. YOUR CONSENT By using our website or providing us with your personal information, you consent to our Privacy Policy. CHANGES TO OUR PRIVACY POLICY We may update this Privacy Policy from time to time. Any changes will be added with an updated effective date. CONTACT US If you have any questions about this Privacy Policy, please contact Claudia Taylor at ctaylor@compass-sf.org .

GET HELP Do you live in San Francisco with custody of a minor? YES NO I am at risk of homelessness or need back rent assistance.