History
Compass was founded in 1914 as Travelers' Aid San Francisco to provide assistance to the 18.5 million newcomers who visited the city of San Francisco for the 1915 World's Fair. Since then, our history has followed the trajectory of San Francisco's history, serving the most vulnerable populations during the Great Depression, World War II, immigrants and refugees from Asia in the 1950's, and homeless youth during and after the Summer of Love. Today, while helping families secure long-term housing, Compass Family Services provides the most comprehensive range of support services designed specifically for those in distress. We're proud of our 100+ year legacy of serving all the people of San Francisco.