“My first thoughts and feelings when I arrived at the INpowerment Center was that I was overwhelmed by the warm reception we received. I was just expecting to make a trip, see the facility, and meet the girls, but when we arrived they were waiting with their families to greet us. Some of the family members, I found out, had walked up to two hours in the hills to meet us. One by one the girls and their families placed Nepali sashes on us and thanked us. They then put on a program where they sang, danced, and gave speeches about how much the center has helped the girls, their families, and the community.”​

"I’m passionate about helping others both in my career and philanthropy. Nothing makes me happier than seeing others succeed and thrive. I hope to see people do well and, in turn, help others from similar walks of life. Compass Rose International is an organization that is passionate about helping others. Particularly women throughout our community and the world that need the help the most. I wish everyone knew Katie and her passion for helping women throughout her community and the world. Women in Colorado and Nepal face very different obstacles in life and Katie is there for all."​

"We were inspired to contribute when we heard about the extent of the poverty in Nepal which was forcing girls into sex slavery to survive. Our experience was powerful. We saw firsthand this beautiful country so rich in history and culture yet so poor. We wanted to see firsthand everything Katie has accomplished with the home using all our donations through the years. Knowing these girls are safe and we are making a direct impact is priceless. We enjoy giving to these girls because we derive immense joy from knowing we are helping these girls. This extremely worthwhile organization empowers young women in various ways. The amounts we donate mean so little to us but makes a world of difference to these Nepalese young women."​