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Empowering today's young leaders to build rural America's tomorrow.
EST. 2023
Compass partners with high schools to provide workshops and mentorship that help students reach their full potential.
Compass equips under-resourced high school students with the guidance, connections, and resources they need to overcome barriers and become confident leaders ready for life after high school.
OUR MENTORS
Mentorship is at the heart of Compass, helping students turn potential into purpose.
Compass mentors guide students through every stage of high school, from setting goals to preparing for college and careers. They provide consistent encouragement, real-world insight, and access to opportunities that build confidence and direction. Through meaningful relationships, mentors help students grow into capable, connected leaders in their communities.
Our Mentor Alumni Network
our PROGRAM
Compass is a model for developing community-grounded, future-ready leaders.
A compass has four cardinal directions. Here are ours.
Our work is guided by four core pillars: empowering students, supporting families and schools, connecting communities, and expanding opportunity. Together, they keep Compass focused on helping young people move forward with confidence and purpose.
Community
Our north star, rooted in connection, belonging, and shared responsibility.
Learning
The sunrise value: education as growth, self-knowledge, and transformation.
Mobility
The path forward into college, careers, and life opportunities.
Leadership
Grounded practice in humility, courage, and service.
OUR MISSION
Why focus on rural students?
Rural students are often overlooked, yet they represent some of the most capable, hardworking young people in America. These students face unique barriers—limited access to mentorship, resources, and post-secondary guidance. Compass exists to break down those barriers and ensure talent isn’t dictated by geography.
How does Compass create long-term impact?
By pairing students with mentors, delivering targeted post-secondary preparation, and engaging families and schools, Compass sets students up for success beyond high school. Our scholars go on to college, trade programs, and careers that increase lifetime earnings, strengthen communities, and spark generational change.r personalized solutions designed to meet the unique needs and objectives of each client.
What’s the economic impact of your work?
Each Compass scholar has the potential to unlock an additional $1.3 million in lifetime earnings. With hundreds of students already on the path, we’re not just changing lives—we’re shifting the future of rural America.
How can I support Compass’s mission?
Whether through donations, mentorship, school partnerships, or spreading the word, your support helps us expand access and opportunity for rural students. Every dollar and every voice brings us closer to a future where every student—no matter where they're from—has a clear path to success.