“My experience with Compass has been amazing – it’s a great way to get involved in the community in a way that meets my skillset. Really love being able to apply skills (financial, strategy, comms, etc.) to work in the non-profit sector!“

“The energy, attention, investment, and expertise the Compass team brought to our project was staggering and impressive. These passionate volunteers offered us the invaluable opportunity to see our organization from a distance to assess strengths and weaknesses, and clear pathways to address areas of growth. They were also the most enthusiastic and supportive audience members when they came to our events. We feel like we gained not simply consulting services, but excited advocates who can uplift our work in their own communities.“

“Compass Pro Bono’s On Board program was exactly what I needed to bridge the gap between general non-profit volunteering and more skilled service. I was not sure where to find opportunities where my professional skills could make a real impact, until I attended a Compass info session through my employer. From that moment on, my experience was terrific. The matching process was personalized and respectful of my preferences, the communication was clear and timely, and the board service training was outstanding. Compass Pro Bono set me up to contribute confidently and effectively as a nonprofit board member. I highly recommend the On Board program to any professional looking to serve with purpose.”

“Our Compass team has provided my organization with invaluable, focused insights that I am confident will guide us to greater success in our marketing as we move forward. They were professionals and just great people and I am grateful for the experience of working with them.“

“I looked forward to meeting with our highly-qualified volunteer team each week. We debated, discussed, and shared ideas to strengthen a local nonprofit. Learning, laughing, connecting, and growing professionally, while making a positive impact in our community.“

“Working with Compass helped me learn new skills, expanded my network, and connected me with like-minded people in the community.“

“Compass Pro Bono has been a wonderful experience. Not only do I get to meet leaders in the non-profit community, but I also get to work on and learn from, team members with other professionals in the DC area. I will return next year!“

“Compass recruited a highly qualified and engaged team to work with us. We really felt they believed in our mission and were earnest in their engagement. We presented a tough and ambiguous objective: to help us re-design our strategy and key performance metrics. They jumped in head-first, learning all about our programs, mission, and Board members. They asked probing questions and convened meetings that helped us get down to our core competency: Digital equity through device access and training/support programs customized for client communities and their geographies. Rather than “holding on” to programs or “Pillars” as we called them, our new strategy allows programs to grow and decline organically as the needs of the communities and geographies we serve change as well as the funding available. But all programs cross-cut device access / a specific community / specific geography.“

“Cool and interesting way to get to know the non-profit world and other working professionals who are not in the same field!“

“I was very impressed with the Compass “system” of helping the teams with a well thought out approach to the consulting process.“

“The Compass team is built with experienced volunteers to support your organization’s success and will leave you in a better place than where you started.“

“Compass has provided me with unique experiences to develop new skills within a short timeframe. I really appreciate being able to work with organizations that have an impact on our community while developing friendships and a professional network that lasts well beyond the project scope.“

“Compass Pro Bono matched me with an organization I could support using my professional skills in a personally meaningful way. The project work was easy to fit into my schedule — it was the perfect way to remain productive and serve others while my child was in evening activities. I could be a role model for other ways of helping people, and left my client organization with way more than just a donated casserole to sustain and grow their future.“

“Compass Pro Bono proves itself to be an invaluable program to both nonprofits and its volunteers time and time again. To me, it provides a unique pathway for residents to more deeply understand the work going on in their communities and foster connections with peers at the same time. Likewise, each nonprofit I’ve worked with is grateful to move the needle forward and gain that much more clarity in their mission. I would highly recommend this program!“

“Compass provides a great opportunity to give back to the community in a unique way while working on your professional skills!“

“The conversations with Compass helped me narrow my interests to the arts, and within the arts, to The Washington Chorus. I found the Sorkin Summit and orientation sessions incredibly insightful, offering real wisdom directly from nonprofit leaders.”

“Working on Compass projects is tremendously rewarding if you are looking to apply your current skills, flex new creative muscles, bond with smart working professionals, and support nonprofit clients to expand their impact.“

“Regardless of where you are in your career, you may have valuable skills and insights that can be put to use in helping a worthy non-profit in the DMV and the people they serve. Give it a try!“

“Participating in the Compass board matching program has been invaluable for expanding our network and bringing in diverse expertise that strengthens our leadership. These connections not only broaden our perspective but also equip us with the skills and resources needed to advance the Chesapeake Bay Outward Bound School’s mission in meaningful ways!”

“I wanted to volunteer again because I had a thoroughly enjoyable experience last year. Compass Pro Bono organizes highly skilled professionals and provides all of the tools to quickly get involved with the improvement of non-profits. The non-profit organizations are all so deserving, which provided me a way to lend a hand, lead a hand-picked team, and serve.“

“We were so fortunate to have the time and talents of a Compass team on our project this year. The whole experience was so well thought through, from the vetting of our proposal to the onboarding and orientation to the aligning of the scope of work. Most importantly, the team led by Cliff was thoughtful, strategic, and incredibly thorough in their work. Their deep care for our School’s mission and this project showed, and they have produced a report, recommendations, and resources that are more than we all could have expected or imagined. I cannot recommend CompassPro Bono highly enough. Thank you!“