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Compass Rose International

NONPROFIT ORGANIZATION

Denver, Colorado

Project Title: A Nonprofit Initiative to Empower Young Women and Combat Trafficking

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Project Overview:

Compass Rose International is dedicated to uplifting young women who are vulnerable to child trafficking and mental health challenges by providing essential tools for resilience, confidence, safety, and independence. Through targeted programs and advocacy efforts, the organization aims to equip these young women with the skills and support necessary to navigate their circumstances and build fulfilling futures.

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In my role as a Social Science Consultant, I have been actively involved in several key initiatives aimed at enhancing the effectiveness, visibility, and impact of Compass Rose International. These initiatives are focused on strengthening the organization's mission, tracking program outcomes, and improving operational efficiency to maximize social impact.

 

Objectives:

  1. Mission and Vision Review and Expansion:

    • Collaborate with stakeholders to review and refine Compass Rose International’s mission and vision, ensuring alignment with the organization's goals and the needs of the communities served.

  2. Tracked Program Outcomes:

    • Develop and implement a system for tracking program outcomes, providing measurable insights into the effectiveness of initiatives designed to support young women and enhance their resilience.

  3. Created Annual Report:

    • Produce a comprehensive annual report that showcases key accomplishments, program outcomes, and testimonials, highlighting the impact of Compass Rose International on the lives of the young women served.

  4. Developed Operational Policies and Procedures:

    • Assist in the creation and implementation of operational policies and procedures that promote organizational efficiency, accountability, and best practices in program delivery.

  5. Public Relations and Increased Media Exposure:

    • Enhance public relations efforts to increase media exposure for Compass Rose International, raising awareness about child trafficking issues and the organization’s mission.

  6. Secured GuideStar Gold Status:

    • Lead efforts to achieve GuideStar Gold status, demonstrating transparency and accountability to stakeholders and potential donors, which enhances the organization's credibility and facilitates increased support.

 

Outcomes:

  1. Refined Mission and Vision:

    • A clearer, more impactful mission and vision statement that resonates with stakeholders and guides future program development and outreach.

  2. Measurable Program Success:

    • Robust tracking of program outcomes will provide data demonstrating the effectiveness of initiatives, allowing for informed decision-making and improvements.

  3. Informed Stakeholders:

    • An annual report that highlights the impact of Compass Rose International’s work will effectively inform stakeholders, donors, and the community about the organization’s achievements and future directions.

  4. Streamlined Operations:

    • Enhanced operational policies and procedures will improve organizational efficiency, leading to better service delivery and support for young women in need.

  5. Increased Visibility:

    • Heightened media exposure will raise awareness of child trafficking and amplify the mission of Compass Rose International, attracting more supporters and partners.

  6. Enhanced Credibility:

    • Achieving GuideStar Gold status will reinforce the organization’s commitment to transparency, increasing trust among donors and stakeholders and facilitating greater funding opportunities.

 

Conclusion:

Through these strategic initiatives, Compass Rose International is poised to make a significant impact in the lives of young women vulnerable to child trafficking and mental health challenges. By fostering resilience, confidence, safety, and independence, the organization is not only addressing immediate needs but also empowering young women to build brighter futures. My involvement as a Social Science Consultant has focused on enhancing the organization’s operational capacity and public outreach, enabling Compass Rose International to further its mission and effectively serve those in need.

Katie Hilborn

CEO & Founder Compass Rose

Anthem Award Millennial Changemaker of the Year

"We found a valuable partner and resource for our nonprofit's growth with Sarah. She helped us expand our programmatic vision, track outcomes, created our first annual report, consulted on developing our operational policies and procedures, increased our media exposure, ultimately increasing our GuideStar status. Sarah helped us gained both knowledge and tools for growth that supported our nonprofit mission. I recommend your organization partner with her for effective mission-driven outcomes."

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Katie Hilborn
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