# Community Compass

> An app to help the residents of Indiana find food resource assistance.

Canonical page: [https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.communitycompass](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.communitycompass)

## Overview

- **ID:** `com.communitycompass`
- **Platform:** Android
- **Type:** Android app
- **Status:** Available
- **Publisher:** Indy Hunger Network
- **Category:** FOOD\_AND\_DRINK
- **Downloads:** 33,307
- **Rating:** 4.11 / 5 (125 ratings)
- **Version:** 1.71
- **Last updated:** 2026-08-25
- **First published:** 2020-01-23
- **Publisher country:** US
- **Size:** 48 MB
- **Data as of:** 2026-09-14
- **Store listing:** [Google Play Store](https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=com.communitycompass)
- **Website:** [https://www.indyhunger.org/](https://www.indyhunger.org/)
- **Privacy policy:** [https://www.indyhunger.org/ccprivacypolicy/](https://www.indyhunger.org/ccprivacypolicy/)

## Description

Community Compass is a Chrome extension designed to help Indiana residents locate vital food resources quickly and efficiently. Featuring an intuitive map system, users can find SNAP locations, food pantries, WIC clinics, and access free groceries and meals.

The extension also offers a comprehensive calendar of upcoming food resource events near you. If you need more personalized assistance, Shelly—the AI-enabled chatbot—can guide you directly to the resources you require, making Community Compass an essential tool for accessing food assistance in Indiana.

## Rankings

- #354,521 — Overall

## Permissions and access

### Permissions

- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_AD_ID`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_ADSERVICES_ATTRIBUTION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_COARSE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_FINE_LOCATION`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NETWORK_STATE`
- `android.permission.ACCESS_NOTIFICATION_POLICY`
- `android.permission.FOREGROUND_SERVICE`
- `android.permission.INTERNET`
- `android.permission.POST_NOTIFICATIONS`
- `android.permission.READ_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `android.permission.RECEIVE_BOOT_COMPLETED`
- `android.permission.SCHEDULE_EXACT_ALARM`
- `android.permission.VIBRATE`
- `android.permission.WAKE_LOCK`
- `android.permission.WRITE_EXTERNAL_STORAGE`
- `com.communitycompass.DYNAMIC_RECEIVER_NOT_EXPORTED_PERMISSION`
- `com.google.android.c2dm.permission.RECEIVE`
- `com.google.android.finsky.permission.BIND_GET_INSTALL_REFERRER_SERVICE`
- `com.google.android.gms.permission.AD_ID`

## Review summary

Community Compass is praised for helping users, especially in need, find free food and resources easily without complicated navigation. However, multiple users report frequent app crashes and outdated or inaccurate pantry hours causing frustration. The app also repeatedly prompts for location access, which some find intrusive. Despite flaws, users appreciate its helpfulness and value as a community resource for food assistance.

### Pros

- Helps users find food pantries and resources, especially for those in need.
- Easy to navigate and use.
- Provides invaluable and helpful information about community resources.
- Includes options that do not require documents for assistance.

### Cons

- App crashes frequently, including when opening or using feedback option.
- Information about pantry hours is often inaccurate or outdated, causing inconvenience.
- Requires repeated location access prompts that users find annoying.
- Pantry status is not updated frequently leading to misinformation about availability.

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Source: [Chrome-Stats](https://chrome-stats.com/d/com.communitycompass)