Care that matters
We believe simple acts of thoughtfulness can change everything. Compassion Kits teaches you how to build kits that meet real needs with dignity.
5,000+
Kits assembled and delivered
12+
Cities with active outreach
8 yrs
Of hands-on street outreach
What we believe
Three convictions guide everything we build and share.
Dignity first
Every kit recognizes someone's humanity. We choose quality items people would want for themselves — never charity cast-offs.
Action over intention
Good intentions don't keep anyone warm. We turn care into something tangible you can put in someone's hands today.
Community powered
Families, churches, and volunteer groups make this work. Together we reach more people than any one person could.
Our team
The people behind Compassion Kits bring years of outreach work, community organizing, and hands-on experience.
Michael Torres
Founder
Spent eight years in street outreach before creating Compassion Kits. He knows what works because he's lived it.
Lisa Park
Program director
Leads our seasonal guidance and works directly with outreach partners to ensure our kits meet real needs.
David Okonkwo
Community liaison
Connects us with churches and volunteer groups, translating our mission into action at the local level.
Rachel Gutierrez
Content lead
Creates the step-by-step guides and checklists that make building kits accessible to everyone.
James Chen
Operations
Keeps everything running smoothly, from kit supplies to logistics for groups building together.
We're hiring
Join us in building something that matters. We're looking for people who care about dignity and action.
What people are saying
"We made thirty kits as a family and saw the gratitude in their eyes. It changed how we see our neighbors."
Sarah Mitchell
Mother of three
"Our church group built kits together and it became more meaningful than any service project we'd done before."
James Rodriguez
Church volunteer leader
"The guidance on what to include took the guesswork out. We knew we were giving something that mattered."
Emma Chen
Community organizer
Ready to start?
Join us in building kits that restore dignity and meet real needs.
