Project Kompass

05/29/2026

Tonight, one of our residents, Sophia, attended her Junior Prom. 💚

When Sophia first joined our program, prom may have felt like a distant thought. But through hard work, determination, and the support of those around her, she continues to reach milestones that every young person deserves to experience.

Seeing her dressed up, smiling, and enjoying a night that celebrates friendship, memories, and growing up is something truly special. It’s a reminder that our mission is about more than housing. It’s about creating opportunities, building confidence, and helping young people experience the moments that shape their future.

Sophia, we are so proud of you and all that you have accomplished. We hope you have an unforgettable night and make memories that last a lifetime.

05/29/2026

Sophia attends prom!

05/29/2026

Kindness goes a long way! Sometimes it is something as simple as holding a door open, offering a smile, or giving someone an extra bag to carry their items. Small acts that may seem insignificant to us can mean everything to someone else.

Too often, these moments are overlooked because we are too busy, too guarded, too strict, or simply too distracted to truly see what is right in front of us.

But kindness has a ripple effect. For every act of compassion we give, we often receive double in return ... in connection, in hope, in humanity, and in the reminder that even small gestures can change someone’s day.

Never underestimate the power of simply being kind.

05/28/2026

Today we celebrate someone who truly embodies the heart of this work.

Congratulations to Dee Drolet on being recognized as a 2026 Distinguished Young Professional by the Greater Lowell Chamber of Commerce. This honor is incredibly well deserved.

Dee leads with compassion, strength, consistency, and authenticity every single day. Whether supporting young women in our Residential Program, advocating for individuals facing homelessness, or simply showing up for people when they need it most. Dee brings dignity, respect, and heart into everything she does.

We are proud to have Dee as part of the Project Kompass family and grateful for the impact she continues to make in the lives of so many.

Congratulations, Dee, your story, your resilience, and your commitment to others inspire us all. 💙💚🧡

Congratulations Dee for being selected as a 2026 Distinguished Young Professional!🎉

"My name is Dee Drolet and I am the Community Support Manager at the Lowell Transitional Living Center, where I oversee a housing program across four sites, serving more than 35 individuals who face barriers to accessing traditional housing. I am known for meeting each person with dignity, respect, and integrity.

With nearly a decade in human services, my work is deeply personal. Having grown up in the foster care system before being adopted, I understand living with uncertainty and questioning whether anyone will truly show up. That experience shaped my path and my early commitment to be for others the person I needed when I was younger. As a young adult, I stepped away from college one semester before graduating after my father’s unexpected passing, an experience I see not as an ending, but as unfinished business I plan to complete.

I began my career working with youth who had experienced trauma from abuse, neglect, and abandonment. I saw myself in many of them and helped them see that difficult beginnings do not define their future. That work led me into housing, where I now support adults experiencing homelessness and individuals with disabilities. In addition to my role at LTLC, I hold two other positions in this field, including serving as Residential Program Manager at Project Kompass, where I oversee programming for young women building their futures.

Outside of work, I demonstrate resilience and discipline as a tackle football player. I was a member of the Boston Renegades and the 2024 USA World Champion Heavy Hitters team and currently play for the New England Rebellion.

Whether on the field or in my work, I show up on the hard days, the long days, and the days when consistency matters most. I live by the belief that one steady presence can make all the difference."

🏆🌟Please Join us at 12pm on June 16th at Four Oaks Country Club for the 9th Annual Distinguished Young Professionals Awards!🌟🏆

Info Here ➡ https://bit.ly/4dUlR7d

05/26/2026

Today, we proudly welcome Sciens Mammoth Division to the Project Kompass family. 💙💚🧡

Their team stopped by with boxes and boxes of donations to support the families impacted by the recent Bridge Street fire. But beyond the donations, what stood out most was the connection, compassion, and shared commitment to community.

This is more than a one-time act of kindness. It is the beginning of what we know will be a meaningful and collaborative relationship focused on supporting our neighbors when they need it most.

It truly takes a village. At Project Kompass, we remain committed to standing beside our community, building partnerships, and creating lasting impact together.

Together, we are better.

05/25/2026

Today, we pause to honor and remember the brave men and women who made the ultimate sacrifice for our country.

From all of us at Project Kompass, we wish everyone a safe and meaningful Memorial Day.

Please note: The Project Kompass Community Center is closed today in observance of the holiday and will reopen tomorrow during normal business hours.

05/21/2026

A heartfelt THANK YOU to our incredible partners for the amazing work they do for girls and women of all ages throughout our community.

Access to basic necessities should never be a luxury. Through their continued support, Dignity Matters helps ensure that women and girls have access to essential hygiene products and undergarments with dignity, compassion, and care.

The impact of these items goes far beyond what many realize. They restore confidence, provide comfort, reduce stress, and remind individuals that their needs matter.

We are truly grateful for this partnership and for the difference Dignity Matters continues to make in the lives of so many families we serve at the PKCC.

Together, we are building a stronger and more compassionate community.

To learn more about Dignity Matters, visit: https://www.dignity-matters.org/

05/20/2026

A huge THANK YOU to Laura for stopping by the PKCC and for the incredible support shown to our community.

Laura also had the chance to meet one of our amazing young adults, Sophia, who was at the PKCC helping sort through boxes of donations dropped off by community members for the families who lost everything in the Bridge Street fire.

Moments like these are what community is all about ... neighbors helping neighbors, people showing up for one another, and reminding families impacted by tragedy that they are not alone.

Through a recent event, Cross River Center raised $768 for our Neighbors Helping Neighbors Fund, supporting families affected by the fire.

Together, we are better.

To support the families impacted by the Bridge Street fire, please consider making a donation: https://givebutter.com/neighbors-helping-neighbors-lowell-fire-relief-kxjq2x

05/19/2026

The alpacas at Project Farm are officially OVER these winter coats and anxiously awaiting their summer haircuts. Until then, they’re getting creative to stay cool… including standing in the water bucket like it’s a luxury spa. 😂

Honestly, with all that fluff, we don’t blame them one bit.

Stay tuned for the big summer shave transformation!”

05/18/2026

Although the days continue to pass, the needs of our neighbors impacted by the recent Bridge Street Fire have not. For the nearly 40 victims affected by this devastating tragedy, the road ahead is still long. In a matter of moments, lives were turned upside down, routines were shattered, and a sense of security was lost.

As a community, we cannot allow the support to fade as the headlines do. It will truly take a village to help these families begin to regain a sense of normalcy again. Every donation, every share, every act of kindness matters more than you realize.

Thanks to the incredible generosity of our community, the Neighbors Helping Neighbors campaign has already raised over $20,000 ... but the needs continue and so does the work ahead.

Please consider making a donation and standing with our neighbors during one of the hardest moments of their lives. ❤️

Donations can be made here: https://givebutter.com/neighbors-helping-neighbors-lowell-fire-relief-kxjq2x